Robert Boris, the president of Groton-based Command Technology announced in a news release this week that the Connecticut State Elections Enforcement Commission approved his candidacy for the 41st House seat.

“I’d like to thank the Connecticut State Elections Enforcement Commission ... but most importantly, I’d like to express my sincere gratitude to all of our donors, supporters & friends,” Boris said in a statement. “As of today, we are one step closer to bringing positive change to the 41st ... Next stop ...? Hartford.”

Boris, a Republican, serves on Groton's Economic Development Commission, the City of Groton's Planning and Zoning Commission, the Groton Open Space Association and three chambers of commerce.

He will face Democrat Aundré Bumgardner, a Groton Town Councilor and former state representative, in November's election.

With the reconfiguration of House seats, the 41st District will cover parts of Groton and Stonington. State Rep. Joe de la Cruz, D-Groton, currently holds the seat but is not seeking reelection.