State Senator Henri Martin
State Senator Henri Martin
Senate Republican Leader Pro Tempore
Henri Martin, elected to his 6th term in 2024, represents Connecticut’s 31st District. He serves as the Ranking Member on the Commerce Committee, the Higher Education Committee and the Committee on Children. Henri is a longtime small business owner in Bristol and has previously served that town as councilman and Acting Mayor.
I’ve been hearing directly from local businesses in our district—and they’re deeply concerned about the impact of yet another “zombie bill” that was slipped into the state budget regarding prevailing wage.
This policy expands prevailing wage mandates to off-site fabrication, a move that was never debated and buried in a 745-page budget.
Local contractors say it will drive up costs, put them at a disadvantage, and threaten local jobs. We can’t allow last-minute policies like this to hurt our small businesses.
🔗 Read more in the article below.
hartfordbusiness.com
A group of senate Republicans has sent a letter to a state official raising concerns about a requirement included in the state budget that extends Connecticut's prevailing wage law to offsite custom f...
This Fourth of July, we celebrate the enduring spirit of America and the freedoms that unite us. As we gather with loved ones, let’s take a moment to reflect on the sacrifices made to protect our way of life. Wishing everyone in the 31st District a safe and Happy Fourth of July! 🇺🇸
🎆 Fireworks in the 31st District! 🎆
Fourth of July celebrations are in full swing, and there are some great fireworks displays happening in our district:
📍 July 4th & 5th
Lake Compounce Fireworks Celebration
🕤 9:30 PM | 📍 Crocodile Cove Water Park
📍 August 1st
Thomaston Fireworks Celebration – Honoring Thomaston’s 150th Anniversary
🕘 9:00 PM | 📍 Sanford Field
Make sure to mark your calendars and bring your family and friends for a night of patriotic fun in the 31st District! 🇺🇸