France Sworn in; Prepares for First Term as State Rep.

HARTFORD — State Representative Mike France (R-42) was sworn in today as State Representative for the 42nd General Assembly District covering Ledyard, Preston and Montville.

Rep. France was among 19 Republican freshmen who were elected to serve their districts for the next two years. Rep. France stated that he is committed to restoring Common Sense principles to state government, including fiscal accountability and balancing the state budget without raising taxes or borrowing to pay current expenses. In addition, he stated that the state needs to reduce the regulatory and tax burden on small business to promote job growth, especially in southeastern Connecticut.

“I am honored with the trust the voters have placed in me to be their State Representative,” Rep. France said. “I look forward to the opportunity to serve the residents of Ledyard, Preston and Montville in the 42nd District.”

For the 2015-2016 legislative term, House Republican Leader Themis Klarides appointed Rep. France to serve on the Appropriations, Government Administration & Elections, and Planning & Development Committees.

Rep. France took the oath of office and was sworn in by Secretary of the State Denise Merrill on Wednesday morning in the State House Chamber. He then participated in a Joint Convention of both the House of Representatives and Senate as Gov. Dannel Malloy addressed lawmakers about the 2015 Session.