State Rep. Devin Carney

Today, we commemorate Juneteenth, a day that marks the end of slavery in the United States and celebrates freedom, resilience, and the enduring pursuit of equality. As we reflect on our nation’s history, we also recognize the importance of continuing to build stronger communities rooted in opportunity, respect, and justice for all.

Happy Juneteenth.

Congratulations to Alexa and Sylvie! Both of them have put in over 200 hours to the Ms President US program and have mentored younger girls in leadership, public speaking, and civic engagement. They help make this fantastic program work!

Today, we remember the brave American and Allied servicemen who landed on the beaches of Normandy on D-Day and helped change the course of World War II. Their courage, sacrifice, and commitment to freedom will never be forgotten. 🇺🇸

It was great to welcome students alongside State Representative Chris Aniskovich from Daisy Ingraham Elementary School to the State Capitol yesterday for a tour of the Legislative Office Building and Capitol Complex. I always enjoy seeing young students engage in civic education and learn firsthand how their state government works. I hope the students had a fun and memorable visit, and I appreciate the teachers, and staff who made the trip to Hartford.

Great news for Old Saybrook. State bonding dollars for Acton Public Library. 📚

As we gather with family and friends this Memorial Day, may we never forget the brave Americans who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. We honor their legacy today and every day. 🇺🇸

Today marks Sine Die at the Connecticut General Assembly, the final day of the 2026 legislative session. The House will gavel in at 10:00 AM, where we will work through the remaining legislation before adjournment later tonight. Be sure to follow along with all the action from the State Capitol throughout the day on CT-N.

The House passed An Act Concerning Oversight of Efforts to Prevent Human Trafficking. This legislation came through the Government Oversight Committee, on which I am Ranking Member, and is the product of powerful testimony and bipartisanship.

This legislation:

🔵 Expands state training on human trafficking laws and improves awareness

🔵 Increases security for children who are victims of human trafficking

🔵 Requires the Department of Corrections to review proposals for a confidential crisis hotline for victims of sexual violence at York Correctional Instutition

I was proud to work on this bill and co-sponsor it.

Yesterday was another busy day of legislative business at the State Capitol, with lawmakers debating and acting on a wide range of bills impacting communities across Connecticut.

It was Southeastern Connecticut Day at the Capitol, bringing together organizations, businesses, and representatives from across our coastline communities. It was especially great to see the Florence Griswold Museum from Old Lyme highlighting the important cultural and historical contributions they bring to our region. I also had an opportunity to visit with General Dynamics Electric Boat who provides tons of jobs and more coming to so many in our region.

The Connecticut Auto Retailers were also at the Capitol, and I had the chance to talk with Hayden Reynolds of Reynolds Subaru about issues affecting the auto industry.

Adding to the excitement of the day, the Connecticut Humane Society visited the Capitol with some cute puppies that brought plenty of smiles to everyone ahead of a long week of session.