Patch Candidate Profile: Tom Delnicki For 14th House

SOUTH WINDSOR, CT — Republican state Rep. Tom Delnicki is seeking another term representing the 14th House District in the Nov. 3 election.

Delnicki faces Democrat Harrison Amadasun, according to the official South Windsor sample ballots. Delnicki appears on the Republican and Independent party lines.

In his responses to Patch’s candidate questionnaire, Delnicki identifies affordability as his top issue and calls for tax relief, changes to electric bills and increased state education funding. He cites his work on crumbling foundations and financial protections among his accomplishments.

Editor’s note: Connecticut Patch asked candidates to answer questions about their campaigns and the issues facing the state. The responses below were submitted by the candidate and reflect the candidate’s views. Responses are presented as submitted, with formatting added for readability. Claims in the responses are the candidate’s own.

Here are the candidate’s responses to Patch’s questionnaire:

Candidate's Name:

Tom Delnicki

What office are you seeking?

State Representative – 14th District

Age:

70

District:

14th

Party:

Republican

Campaign website:

https://www.facebook.com/TomDelnicki

Occupation:

Currently – State Representative

Family:

Married, Wife Audrey

Does anyone in your family work in government?

No

Previous public office:

Inland Wetlands/Conservation Commission – 1992-1995, Board of Education – 1993-1995, Town Council – 1995-2007 and 2009-2016. Two terms as Mayor, One term as Deputy Mayor and Five terms as State Representative 2017 to Present

Why are you seeking this office?

Having grown up and lived in South Windsor all my life. I have had an opportunity to live in a fantastic community, attend great schools and enjoy everything it has to offer. Being retired, I can devote all my time working for the people of South Windsor at the Capitol. I make it a point to be accessible and open to all the people I represent. Let’s be clear, change for change sake is no solution to keep our wonderful community moving in the right direction, it could easily end in disaster. I am committed to doing what’s best for South Windsor and I will continue to be your Full Time State Representative.

What do you believe is the No. 1 issue facing Connecticut, and how do you plan to address it?

Affordability

Eliminate State income tax on Seniors pensions and Teachers’ Retirement System income.

Everything you buy comes by truck. Repeal the truck mileage tax. Suspend the State of CT imposed gasoline tax and diesel tax.

Increase Education Cost Sharing Funding across the board.

Property Tax relief on people’s homes and cars.

Eliminate the “Public Benefit“ portion on your Eversource bill and role that into the State Budget and eliminate the Eversource 9% return on investment.

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Energy costs have been soaring in Connecticut. What are your plans to help address this issue?

Put a halt to electric rate hikes. End the public benefit charges “period.” Hold PURA accountable for any electric rate increases.

Affordability has been a major topic across the country and here in Connecticut. How do you plan to address this issue?

I have personally testified against CT Water rate increases, Eversource rate increases and healthcare increases and I will continue the fight against any and all of those increases.

The state has to provide fair and equitable property tax relief. Additionally, the state needs to have a COLA on Educational Cost Sharing Monies. As for housing, the state needs to encourage developers without mandating development.

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?

As a lead legislator on providing relief to people with Crumbling Foundations, I worked with fellow legislators to create the Crumbling Foundations Captive Insurance funding, which would allow people to repair their foundations and return their home to normal.

As Ranking member of the Banking Committee I worked to put regulations on Crypto ATM’s. As Ranking member of the Banking Committee I worked to protect seniors from financial exploitation and I was recognized by AARP for my efforts.

Protecting victims of domestic violence from coerced debt.

Currently, I am part of a working group to address fraud in Banking and Financial Services.

Through Bi-partisan efforts I worked with colleagues to obtain 80% reimbursement if we go forward for a new High School.

These are just a few examples of past accomplishments.

Is there anything else you would like voters to know about yourself and your positions?

I am running for re-election to continue working for all the people of South Windsor.

I was endorsed by the Independent Party of Connecticut and

I am on 2 lines on the Ballot – Independent Party of Ct and Republican

Endorsements:

National Federation of Independent Businesses CT

AFL-CIO CT

Uniform Professional Fire Fighters

Police Officers Association of CT

Fraternal Order of Police

CT Relators

AFSCME Council 4

SEIU Healthcare 1199

CSEA SEIU Local 2001

CT State Building Trades Council

CWA Local 1298

And others

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