Derby State Sen. Logan Tapped for Republican Leadership Posts

DERBY, CT — State Sen. George Logan (R-17th) has been named Senate Republican Majority Whip, in addition to several other leadership positions for the 2017 session of the Connecticut General Assembly.

Logan will serve as Co-Chair of the legislature's Planning and Development Committee, Vice-Chair of the Veterans Committee and Vice-Chair of the Public Health Committee.

Additionally, the first-term state senator will join the Regulation Review Committee and the Education Committee. Logan represents Ansonia, Beacon Falls, Bethany, Derby, Hamden, Naugatuck and Woodbridge.

“I will work tirelessly to help improve the quality of life for Connecticut residents,” said Logan in a statement. “There is a new spirit of bipartisanship at the State Capitol. Everyone’s ideas will be heard. I am optimistic that we can work together as Democrats and Republicans to move our state forward, improve our state’s business climate, and put Connecticut back on a predictable, sustainable path. I encourage people to email me at George.Logan@cga.ct.gov and call me at 800-842-1421 with your thoughts and comments on any issue. I am listening and want to hear from you.”

Below are descriptions of Logan's duties and each of the committees:

As the Senate Republican Majority Whip, Logan will help build consensus on caucus priorities and policies.

The legislature’s Planning and Development Committee handles matters relating to local governments, regional planning and development activities and economic development programs affecting local governments.

The Veterans Committee handles matters relating to military and veterans' affairs.

The Public Health Committee handles matters relating to emergency medical services, nursing homes, and controlled substances, including the treatment of substance abuse.

The Regulation Review Committee reviews regulations proposed by state agencies and approves them before regulations are implemented.

The Education Committee, which handles matters relating to the Department of Education, local and regional boards of education, libraries, museums and historical and cultural associations.

Photo: State Sen. George Logan (R-17th). Photo credit: Contributed