Kevin Ryan (politician)

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Kevin Ryan is an American Democratic Party politician currently serving as a member of the Connecticut House of Representatives from the 139th district, which includes the town of Bozrah as well as parts of Montville and Norwich since 1993. [1] Ryan was first elected in 1992 and has been re-elected every year since, making him the second longest-serving state lawmaker. Ryan was most recently elected in 2020 after defeating Republican Caleb Espinosa by nearly 1000 votes. [2] Ryan currently serves on the House Appropriations Committee, Public Health Committee, and Environment Committee. [1]

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References

  1. 1 2 Ballotpedia. "Kevin Ryan (Connecticut)". Ballotpedia. Ballotpedia. Retrieved June 27, 2022.
  2. Scinto, Rich (November 4, 2020). "2020 CT Election Results: Democrats Pick Up House Seats". patch.com. Patch. Retrieved June 27, 2022.