On Tuesday, November 13, State Representative Vincent Candelora, Deputy House Republican Leader, accepted a 2018 legislative award from Connecticut Voices for Children during the organization's annual award ceremony held at the Pond House Cafe in West Hartford.

The 2018 First for Kids award is presented to legislators that have stood out amongst others for their leadership in fiscal policy issues during the legislative session, and for their willingness to work in a bipartisan manner to seek constructive reforms to Connecticut's fiscal framework. Specifically, this award was given to Rep. Candelora for his efforts to introduce changes to fiscal restrictions like the Bond Lock to provide the tools to the legislature to address the state´s challenges.

"I am humbled to be considered an outstanding voice for Connecticut's children,'' Rep. Candelora said. "Over my many years of service in the Connecticut General Assembly I have always placed high importance on bipartisanship; it is an honor to be recognized for my efforts to benefit the children and families in the state of Connecticut."

Anyone with questions, ideas or concerns about state-related issues can contact Representatives Candelora at Vincent.Candelora@housegop.ct.gov or 860-240-8700.

Connecticut Voices for Children is a research-based child advocacy organization working to ensure that all Connecticut children have an equitable opportunity to achieve their full potential. In furtherance of its mission, Connecticut Voices for Children produces high-quality research and analysis, promotes citizen education, advocates for policy change at the state and local level, and works to develop the next generation of leaders. For more information visit: http://www.ctvoices.org/.