Marcus Brown | |
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| Member of the ConnecticutHouseofRepresentatives from the 127 district | |
| Assumed office January 8, 2022 | |
| Preceded by | Jack Hennessey |
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| Born | April 22,1991 Bridgeport,Connecticut,U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Alma mater | |
| Occupation | Non-profit worker |
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| Website | www |
Marcus Brown is an American politician serving as a member of the Connecticut House of Representatives and as Assistant Majority Leader. A member of the Democratic Party, Brown represents the 127th district, which includes the North End and parts of the Brooklawn neighborhood in Bridgeport.
Brown was born on April 22, 1991, in Bridgeport, Connecticut. He attended Bridgeport Public Schools. Brown later studied at Housatonic Community College for two years before transferring to Southern New Hampshire University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration.[ citation needed ]
Before entering politics, Brown worked in the non-profit sector, focusing on assisting young people with job training and placement.[ citation needed ]
Brown was first elected to the Connecticut House of Representatives in November 2022, succeeding Jack Hennessey. He was sworn into office in January 2023.[ citation needed ] Brown ran for reelection in 2024 unopposed and was sworn in for his second term on January 8, 2025.[ citation needed ]
Brown currently serves as the Vice Chair of the Transportation Committee and is a member of both the Appropriations Committee and the Judiciary Committee. He also serves as Assistant Majority Leader in the Connecticut House of Representatives.[ citation needed ]
During his tenure, Brown has supported legislation to eliminate the state car tax and establish a Child Tax Credit. He has also worked to secure millions of dollars in funding for Bridgeport to rebuild local schools.[ citation needed ]
