Kokoruda takes the oath

HARTFORD — State Rep. Noreen Kokoruda, R-Madison, recently received new committee assignments for her fifth two-year term serving the people of Madison and Durham in the 101st House District.

House Republican Leader Themis Klarides chose Kokoruda for her 2019-2021 leadership team as deputy Republican leader at large, which provides for a stronger voice at the legislative bargaining table, and gives her leadership responsibilities on the House floor during floor debate, according to a press release.

Kokoruda was reappointed to the legislature’s Appropriations, Education and Children Committees, and will also serve on the Planning and Development and Legislative Management committees.

“I am honored to be the voice of the 101st District in the Capitol. There will undoubtedly be many obstacles to tackle this legislative session, but I am ready and eager to dedicate myself to working on all the challenges that may arise within my committees,” she said in a prepared statement.

“Rep. Kokoruda offers incredible insight in crafting policy for her district and entire state. I’m honored for her to serve as my deputy. In difficult political times, she is the leader within the House that brings people together and resolves critical issues for our state,” Klarides said in the release.

The General Assembly convened Jan. 9 for a five-month session ending at midnight June 5. In odd-numbered years, or long sessions, legislators must vote on a biennial state budget, which they must pass before they adjourn.

Kokoruda can be reached at noreen.kokoruda@housegop.ct.gov or 800-842-1423. Constituents can follow her legislative activity throughout the session by logging on to repkokoruda.com and following her on Facebook at RepKokoruda