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.”
Today at the Capitol brought a little bit of everything!
This morning I enjoyed learning about marine life from Mystic Aquarium on Penguin Day, spending time with local groups for New Milford Day, and recognizing Earth Day. It’s a great reminder that protecting our environment and supporting our communities truly matters.
Later in the afternoon I was also glad to join AARP Connecticut for their Legislative Reception and connect with advocates for seniors. Earlier this year, I was honored to receive the 2025 AARP Legislative Achievement Award—thank you to Barbara Munck (North Haven) and Jacqueline Crenshaw (East Haven) for their continued advocacy.
Days like today highlight the importance of staying engaged, supporting one another, and working together to build a brighter future for everyone! 🌎
Look out for my interview on NBC CT News tonight!
Yesterday, I supported S.B. 5: An Act Concerning Online Safety, which takes a comprehensive look at how artificial intelligence is being used here in Connecticut.
There’s no question this is a complex and rapidly evolving industry. While no bill is perfect, I believe this legislation moves us in the right direction. It establishes thoughtful, reasonable protections, particularly around privacy, workforce impacts, and the use of AI by young people while still allowing space for innovation and growth.
We spent considerable time on the Senate floor reviewing this bill section by section, because it’s critical to fully understand what we are passing into law. In the end, I believe this proposal will do more good than harm.
I strongly believe this issue should ultimately be addressed at the federal level. However, when it comes to the safety of our children and the potential risks to our communities, we have a responsibility to take action.