CT Patch Candidate Profile: Jonathan Jacobson For 148th State House District

STAMFORD, CT — Election Day on Nov. 3 is fast approaching, and there are a number of key races on the ballot.

Patch reached out to candidates for office to get more information on their campaigns and the issues that are facing the state and city.

Jonathan Jacobson is running for the 148th State House District, which covers a portion of Stamford.

Candidate's Name:

Jonathan Jacobson

What office are you seeking?

State Representative, District 148

Age:

38

District:

148

Party:

Democrat

Campaign website:

https://www.jacobsonforct.com/

Occupation:

Civil Litigation Attorney

Family:

Lauren Jacobson - Wife, Ezra Jacobson - Son, Chewbacca Jacobson, Dog

Does anyone in your family work in government?

My wife Lauren is the Chair of Stamford's Zoning Board of Appeals

Previous public office:

State Representative, District 148: January 2025 - Current; Stamford Board of Representatives, District 12: September, 2016 - November, 2024

Why are you seeking this office?

I am seeking re-election to build on the work I began in my first term and continue advocating for the community that raised me. After more than eight years on Stamford’s Board of Representatives and nearly two years in Hartford, I understand how state decisions affect our schools, neighborhoods, small businesses, and household budgets. As a civil-litigation attorney and small-business owner, I also see firsthand where our laws fall short and how practical changes can make a meaningful difference.

In my first term, I passed legislation protecting residents and small businesses from creditors freezing their bank accounts without a court order, and led a bipartisan effort to protect small businesses from predatory lenders. There is more work to do: expand housing opportunities, reduce the cost of living, secure adequate funding for Stamford’s schools, improve our transportation infrastructure, and defend fundamental rights. I want to continue turning the concerns I hear from constituents into concrete action.

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

Housing is the number one issue facing Connecticut. The shortage of homes drives up rents and purchase prices, makes it harder for employers to attract workers, and prevents too many people from building a future here. It affects families trying to buy their first home, seniors looking to downsize, and residents struggling to remain in the communities they call home.

We cannot solve this crisis without creating more housing. I supported the comprehensive housing legislation passed by the General Assembly in 2025 and again during the special session following the Governor’s veto. I will continue supporting policies that expand housing opportunities, streamline unnecessary barriers to construction, and connect housing growth with transportation and infrastructure investment. Stamford should continue doing its part, but neighboring communities must also contribute their fair share to meeting our region’s housing needs.

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

Connecticut residents need an energy system that delivers reliable service at a price they can afford. I support greater competition and accountability in the energy market, including examining whether changes to our current utility structure could lower costs and improve service. We should scrutinize the costs passed on to ratepayers and demand clear evidence that those expenses provide a public benefit.

We also need a diverse energy supply, including solar, wind, battery storage, and nuclear power, to strengthen reliability and long-term price stability. I support investments in energy efficiency that help households reduce consumption and lower their bills.

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

Beyond the housing and energy priorities discussed above, we need to address how state funding decisions affect local property taxes. I will continue advocating for increased, predictable education and special-education funding so Stamford can meet students’ needs without placing an unfair burden on local taxpayers.

Protecting access to healthcare and food assistance, supporting small businesses, and combating predatory financial practices are also essential to making Connecticut more affordable. My goal is to help residents afford to stay here, raise a family, operate a business, and retire in the community they call home.

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

In my first term in the General Assembly, I turned problems I encountered into legislative action. In 2025, I passed a law closing a loophole that allowed creditors to freeze residents’ and small businesses’ bank accounts without a court order. In 2026, I led comprehensive legislation to protect small businesses from predatory lenders, building bipartisan support from approximately 90 lawmakers and drawing national attention from NPR (NPR coverage: https://www.npr.org/2026/03/25/nx-s1-5745122/small-business-cash-advance-loans-connecticut). I also led successful legislative efforts concerning free bus fares and excessively loud mufflers, bringing everyday transportation and quality-of-life concerns into the legislative process.

Before serving in Hartford, I spent more than eight years on Stamford’s Board of Representatives. I authored the city’s laws regulating plastic bags and other single-use plastics, spearheaded efforts to bring automated speed cameras to school zones, and consistently supported affordable housing and school funding.

I believe that my record of public service and over a decade of practicing law demonstrate my ability to identify problems, develop practical solutions, build support, and deliver results.

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

Above all else, I believe public service requires integrity, accountability, and a willingness to listen. Whether someone voted for me or not, they deserve a representative who takes their concerns seriously and works on their behalf. As someone raised in Stamford who is now raising a family here, I have a personal stake in the decisions we make about our community’s future.

I remain committed to reproductive freedom, access to gender-affirming healthcare, environmental protection, and equal rights for everyone, regardless of race, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, or religion. I will also work to protect Connecticut residents from federal actions that threaten essential services or fundamental rights.