News release from House Speaker Matt Ritter:
House Speaker Matt Ritter (D-Hartford) and House Majority Leader Jason Rojas (D-East Hartford, Manchester) today announced the reappointment of Rep. Steven Stafstrom (D- Bridgeport) as the House chair of the Judiciary Committee.
“Steve has a vision for the state’s criminal justice policy,” Speaker Ritter said. “His efforts, leadership, and willingness to work with anyone with a good idea makes the Judiciary Committee one of the most efficient and important committees in the General Assembly.”
“Representative Stafstrom has one of the sharpest legal minds in Connecticut and his co-stewardship of the Judiciary Committee has led to significant positive outcomes for our criminal justice system and the rule of law. Residents of the State of Connecticut have better access to justice and live in safer and more vibrant communities due to his leadership,” Majority Leader Rojas said. “Much work remains to be done to address challenges where they still clearly exist. Rep. Stafstrom is up to that challenge and responsibility. He will lead with compassion, integrity and an open mind as evidenced by the strong record of bipartisan work produced by the Committee while he has served as co-chair. I am grateful for his continued service.”
“I am honored that Speaker Ritter and Majority Leader Rojas have reappointed me as House chair of the Judiciary Committee,” said Rep. Stafstrom. “It is a privilege to lead this committee’s important work, which includes protecting the rights of all Connecticut residents and ensuring our judiciary system treats everyone fairly and equally. I am also proud to contribute to making Connecticut one of the safest states in the nation, and keeping the foundation of our democracy strong.”
Rep. Stafstrom was first elected to represent Bridgeport in the Connecticut House of Representatives during a special election in 2015. He became vice chair of the Judiciary Committee in 2017 before being asked to serve as co-chair of the joint committee in 2019.
