I am writing in support of Devin Carney for State Representative, District 23 (Towns of Lyme, Old Lyme, Old Saybrook, and Westbrook). Devin was first elected in 2014 and through two terms has proven himself a strong advocate for our communities.

Devin was the first state elected representative in any town along the shoreline to take a stand on the Federal Railroad Administration proposal to run a bypass through the region. In January 2016 his was the first voice we heard and the first to organize a meeting in the Town of Old Lyme to discuss the issue. 

Devin has also co-sponsored comprehensive legislation on the opioid crisis. This is a critical issue to our state and to our communities. His attention to this issue has made a difference. Devin has helped to reduce the burden on local businesses by reducing the sales tax on boat sales. He has helped to reduce the propane tax on local homeowners and he has stopped the mileage tax. 

As an experienced and effective leader, Devin Carney has proven again and again his commitment to his constituents and to working across the aisle for solutions to improve the quality of life in our towns and state. Please join me in re-electing Devin Carney to the state legislature on Nov. 6.

Diane Mallory

Old Lyme