PROUDLY SERVING THE 7TH DISTRICT
State Senator John A. Kissel
Chief Deputy Republican Leader
John A. Kissel, serving his 16th term, represents Connecticut’s 7th District. He is the Ranking Member of the Judiciary Committee and the Regulation Review Committee. He is also a member of the General Law Committee. For many years, John has been a leading advocate for seniors and has been recognized for his support of Mothers Against Drunk Driving, safe housing and healthcare. He is also active in numerous civic organizations in his current hometown of Enfield.
"Optimism is a happiness magnet. If you stay positive, good things and good people will be drawn to you."
On Thursday, November 20th, 2025, I continued my Special Education Tour with a visit to Windsor Locks Public Schools to better understand their legislative priorities heading into the 2026 legislative session. I had the opportunity to meet with many incredible individuals including Superintendent Shawn Parkhurst, Director of Pupil Services Joshua Robinson, Executive Administrative Assistant and Special Education teacher Jennifer Thompson, Special Education teacher Samantha Staiger, who focuses on the RISE Program, and ASL teacher Stacy Kluczwski. It was a great tour, and I learned a great deal from everyone throughout the visit.
Congratulations to Sergeant Major Pamela A. Townsend on her induction into the Connecticut Veterans Hall of Fame last Thursday, January 29th, in Rocky Hill.
Pam is a retired U.S. Army command sergeant major and a dedicated leader in the Enfield veterans community, serving as president of American Legion Auxiliary Unit 154 since 2016 and as a member of the Enfield Patriot Award Committee and Veterans Council.
She has earned numerous honors, including Enfield’s 2023 Patriot of the Year Award, and has led Wreaths Across America efforts since 2018, significantly increasing participation statewide. Pam joins her husband, Lucien Lefevre who was inducted in 2025, as the only married couple inducted into the Connecticut Veterans Hall of Fame.
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State Representative Carol Hall, Councilor Marie Pyznar, Councilor Lori Unghire, Lucien Lefevre, and Pamela Townsend
Opening Day 2026
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