PROUDLY SERVING THE 34TH DISTRICT
State Senator Paul Cicarella
Senior Deputy Republican Leader
Paul Cicarella, elected in 2020, represents Connecticut’s 34th District. He is named the leading Republican on the legislature’s General Law and Public Safety and Security Committees, and returns on the Regulations Review, Veterans and Military Affairs, and Judiciary Committees. He also serves on the legislature’s newly formed Government Oversight Committee and the Joint Committee on Legislative Management.
Paul is a small business owner, retired corrections officer and youth sports coach with a record of championing important initiatives focused on families, law enforcement, safety and security.
“I will continue to advocate for commonsense solutions to address affordability, restore public safety, and tackle other quality-of-life issues for our seniors and Veterans of the 34th District.”
This morning, I was proud to join BHcare, state and local leaders, advocates, and community members in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month.
Mental health impacts so many individuals and families, and it’s important that we continue working to reduce stigma, expand access to care, and support those who may be struggling.
I was honored to join the shoreline delegation in presenting a state citation recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month, alongside Mayor Rose Angeloni’s municipal proclamation.
Thank you to those who shared their stories, such as Helen, and to everyone who helped put together this event to bring awareness. A special thank you as well to the mental health professionals, counselors, advocates, and caregivers who work every day to support individuals and families through difficult times.
Conversations like these matter, and so does making sure people know they are not alone!
For more information, check out: bhcare.org
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#mentalhealthawarenessmonth
Scammers are constantly finding new ways to target seniors and families, and awareness is one of the best ways to stay protected.
I hope you’ll join me, the AARP Fraud Watch Network, the Wallingford Police Department, and the Department of Consumer Protection on May 13 for an important conversation on fraud prevention, identity theft, and how to recognize warning signs.
I look forward to seeing you there!
Debate on the “gun bill” H.B. 5043 began around 3:25AM. Around 6AM, I was on the Senate floor debating this bill.
I voted NO on H.B. 5043 because I do not believe this legislation will address violent crime or make Connecticut communities safer. Instead, it places additional burdens on law-abiding citizens while doing little to deter criminals.
If we are serious about reducing gun violence, we need to focus on holding offenders accountable and addressing the growing mental health crisis. I remain willing to have serious conversations about real solutions that will make a meaningful difference for public safety in Connecticut.
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