PROUDLY SERVING THE 34TH DISTRICT
State Senator Paul Cicarella
Senior Deputy Republican Leader
Paul Cicarella, elected in 2020, represents Connecticut’s 34th District. He is named the leading Republican on the legislature’s General Law and Public Safety and Security Committees, and returns on the Regulations Review, Veterans and Military Affairs, and Judiciary Committees. He also serves on the legislature’s newly formed Government Oversight Committee and the Joint Committee on Legislative Management.
Paul is a small business owner, retired corrections officer and youth sports coach with a record of championing important initiatives focused on families, law enforcement, safety and security.
“I will continue to advocate for commonsense solutions to address affordability, restore public safety, and tackle other quality-of-life issues for our seniors and Veterans of the 34th District.”
Residents deserve to have their concerns heard before Amazon’s proposed drone delivery operation moves forward in our communities.
I recently joined my legislative colleagues in submitting this letter to DEEP regarding the proposed Prime Air operation based in North Haven, with service extending into East Haven and North Branford.
Innovation can bring benefits, but we also have a responsibility to consider the impact on our neighborhoods, residents, wildlife, and environment.
These are legitimate concerns, and I believe they deserve a thorough review before this proposal moves forward.
Read our full letter below.
It’s been a busy week around the district, but one of the most meaningful moments was spending Thursday evening at the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Connecticut’s Finest celebration at The Woodwinds in Branford.
This is such a special program because the focus is on people who are making a difference in their communities while coming together for an even greater purpose: supporting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and its mission to help people living with CF lead full and productive lives.
Congratulations to Michael “Mikey” Libero on receiving the 2026 Laura Strong Tribute Award, and to Cady Love, who was recognized as the evening’s CF Star. It was also wonderful to recognize Frank Mengert and his wife, along with Danielle Lander and her family, for the tremendous amount they do to give back and support others.
And congratulations to the entire Connecticut’s Finest Class of 2026: Alex Mario, Ashley Barber, Cady Love, Christopher Henry, Gianluca Perrotti, Jishu Das, Jocelyn Hewitt, Jonathan Perillo, Joshua Spieker, Marko Lujic, Michelle Lallier Moskites, Mikey Libero, Miles McDonald, Rosa Mascola, Sam Johnson, Shanta Shepherd, and Vivianna Mazzarella.
What stood out most was the community behind this event. So many people giving their time, sharing their stories, raising awareness, and supporting families impacted by cystic fibrosis. That kind of generosity and commitment to others is what makes our communities so special.
Congratulations to everyone recognized, and thank you to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Connecticut Chapter and everyone who continues to support this important mission.
Learn more: finest.cff.org/ctfinest?utm_source=chatgpt.com
My deepest condolences are with the family and loved ones of CTDOT employee Elvin Hernandez, as well as his entire DOT family, following this morning’s heartbreaking tragedy on I-95 in Fairfield.
This is another devastating reminder of the dangers faced by the men and women who work along our roadways every day.
Whether it is a DOT employee, tow truck operator, first responder, or anyone else working roadside, they deserve to finish their shift and make it home safely to their families.
I ask every driver to please slow down. Move over. Put the phone away. Pay attention.
Please keep Elvin’s family, loved ones, coworkers, and the entire CTDOT community in your thoughts and prayers.