Abercrombie Re-Appointed To Human Services Committee Chair

Press release from the Connecticut General Assembly:

November 23, 2020

House Speaker-designate Matt Ritter (D-Hartford) and House Majority Leader Jason Rojas (D-East Hartford) today announced the House chair of the Human Services Committee, Rep. Cathy Abercrombie.

“Cathy brings a unique understanding of critical issues to the Human Services Committee," Speaker-designate Ritter said. "Her passion and commitment to vulnerable communities across the state are a perfect combination with her expertise on the issues that matter most to them. She has done an exceptional job leading Human Services and I am pleased she has accepted reappointment to this important role."

Majority Leader Rojas said, “Rep. Abercrombie's leadership on the Human Services Committee has earned her statewide respect and recognition. She has worked to keep critical safety net programs in place even through difficult budget negotiations, demonstrating an unparalleled commitment to those in need. I look forward to her continued work, particularly during these trying times."

“I am honored and grateful to have been reappointed by the incoming leaders in the House to continue leading the Human Services Committee," Rep. Abercrombie said. "The ongoing threat of the COVID pandemic has proven to us how critical it is to ensure all our communities have access to the services they need. I am ready to keep working on protecting the rights of our most vulnerable residents and making sure the voices of those in need are heard in Hartford."

Rep. Abercrombie represents Meriden's 83rd Assembly District. In addition to her leadership role, Cathy is currently serving as Chair of the Appropriations Human Services Subcommittee.

This press release was produced by the Connecticut General Assembly. The views expressed here are the author's own.