NEW LONDON, CT: State Senator Martha Marx (D-20th) has announced a re-election campaign for her seat representing the 20th District, which includes Old Lyme, as well as Bozrah, East Lyme, Montville, New London, Old Saybrook, Salem and Waterford. Marx was first elected to the General Assembly in 2022.
“As a career nurse, the one issue that will always be closest to my heart is healthcare,” Marx stated at the opening of her campaign, continuing, “During my first term, I fought day in and day out to make options here in Connecticut more affordable and take the needed measures to protect nurses on the job who are working to keep us healthy and safe.”
She added, “I also took affordability head-on, passing Connecticut’s largest tax cut in state history, fighting on behalf of consumers against utility companies, and bringing needed state funds to all eight towns in the district.” She also cited various local projects across the district, which she has supported, including funding for the Lymes’ Senior Center.”
Senator Marx has been a resident of New London and a registered nurse for over 30 years. She is a former New London City Council member and a visiting nurse. Since being elected to the senate, Martha has focused on expanding access to affordable healthcare, making the workplace safer and more equitable, and making southeast Connecticut more affordable.
Newly elected Montville Mayor, Lenny “Bud” Bunnell, spoke in support of Senator Marx’s re-election. “Having been recently elected to my first term as the Mayor of Montville I have been very fortunate to be able to call upon Martha for advice and as a resource.”
New London Mayor Michael Passero also took the opportunity to praise Senator Marx on Wednesday. “During her first term, Martha has proven to be a relentless advocate for this district in the senate.”
Beth Sabilia, who is director of the Center for Housing Equity and Opportunity of Eastern Connecticut, also shared her support for Marx, saying, “Senator Marx is a tireless champion for the regular people of the 20th District.”
Editor’s Note: This article is based on a press release issued by the State Senator Marx’s press team.