Swearing-In Ceremony Held on Wednesday, January 8, 2025
State Representative Shake Given Committee Assignments
Democratic State Representative Kaitlyn Shake was sworn in on Wednesday for her first term and will represent the 120th district, covering Stratford.
“I am honored to serve the people of Stratford and for the opportunity to build a stronger community,” State Rep. Shake said.
The swearing-in ceremony occurred in the House Chamber on Opening Day of the 2025 Connecticut Legislative Session.
Rep. Shake will serve on the Labor and Public Employees, Public Safety and Security and Human Services committees.
“As State Representative, I will continue to advocate for and address the needs of our residents and community. I vow to be a leader who works tirelessly across the aisle with civility and determination,” Rep. Shake said.
Rep. Shake lives with her family in Stratford where she has served on the town council as Democratic Party Leader for three terms. She works as a Registered Nurse with over a decade of experience caring for women and children. Rep. Shake is a dedicated community member and is passionate about this new opportunity to serve Stratford.
The following information was contained in her first Legislative Update sent to Stratford Residents.
Dear Neighbor,
On Wednesday, January 8, 2025, I was sworn in as state representative for the 120th district serving Stratford. As I begin this new role, I want to ensure your voice is heard and your concerns are adequately addressed. Please feel free to email me or contact my office at 860-240-8585.
The swearing-in ceremony occurred in the House Chamber on Opening Day of the 2025 Connecticut Legislative Session.
I am honored to serve the people of Stratford and for the opportunity to build a stronger community. As the 2025 legislative session begins, my colleagues and I will tackle several important issues over the next 5 months. It is easier than ever to follow along and get involved. There are several resources you can utilize that will help you stay updated on the legislative process as it unfolds in Hartford.
Here’s how you can stay connected and actively participate: The Office of Legislative Research (OLR) provides nonpartisan and unbiased research to members of the General Assembly and their staff. Part of their duties include writing bill analyses, which are summaries of bills in plain language. Click here to check out their website. You can view the Connecticut General Assembly’s upcoming events by checking out its schedule on the CGA official website. Follow CT-N for live coverage of committee meetings, as well as House and Senate floor debates.
You can register to monitor any bill’s journey as it goes through the legislative process. By signing up, you can enter the bill number and receive real-time updates. Stay informed with email notifications whenever there’s a change in the bill’s progress. Visit this website for information on how to testify on a bill at a public hearing.
Together, we can ensure all voices are heard.
Sincerely,
Kaitlyn Shake
State Representative
