Lisa Seminara | |
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Member of the Connecticut Senate from the 8th district | |
Assumed office January 4, 2023 | |
Preceded by | Kevin Witkos |
Personal details | |
Born | Lisa Ann Spalvieri [1] October 29,1968 Harrison,New York [2] |
Political party | Republican |
Spouse | Nick Seminara |
Residence | Avon |
Education | St. John's University Columbia University |
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Seminara is a social worker by profession.
Prior to her election to the state Senate,she was a member of the Avon School Board. [5]
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