Joan Hartley

Hartley Begins New Senate Term,
Continues to Lead Commerce Committee

Senator Hartley Continues as Senate Chair of the Commerce Committee and
Vice-Chair of the Appropriations Committee

State Senator Joan Hartley was sworn-in for a new term representing the 15th Senate District comprising parts of Waterbury, Naugatuck, and Middlebury. The senator has been tapped to again serve as the Senate Chair of the Commerce Committee and Vice-Chair of the Appropriations Committee for the 2023-24 legislative sessions as announced by Senate President Pro Tempore Martin M. Looney (D-New Haven). Additionally, the senator will serve on the Regulation Review, Executive & Legislative Nominations, and Legislative Management committees.

“It’s a privilege to represent the hardworking families of Waterbury, Naugatuck, and Middlebury in the state Senate and I’m honored to have their continued trust to advocate on their behalf,” said Sen. Hartley. “My thanks to Senator Looney for his confidence in me to continue serving as Senate Chair of the Commerce Committee and as Vice-Chair of the Appropriations Committee. As always, I’ll be working closely with committee members and local leaders to craft legislation that will spur job opportunity and support the ability of businesses to thrive.”

“Senator Hartley is known for her tireless work ethic and championing of economic opportunity for Connecticut residents. I’m confident in her continued leadership on the Commerce Committee and Appropriations Committee,” said Senate President Pro Tempore Martin M. Looney. “Her commitment to building consensus-oriented results have been an asset in chairing the Commerce Committee.”