Kara Rochelle

Kara Rochelle is a third-term State Representative proudly serving Ansonia and Derby’s 104th House District. Born and raised in the Naugatuck Valley, Kara understands the district's unique needs and the values that drive Valley residents. Her blue-collar upbringing nurtured her compassion, tenacity, and perseverance – attributes every public servant must have – and imprinted upon her the importance of rebuilding the middle class. Since being elected, Kara has been a passionate advocate for Lower Valley residents, from working families and seniors to the youngest learners. Since being elected in 2018, Kara has secured record-breaking increases to education funding for Ansonia and Derby schools. She was a powerhouse for bringing resources back to the community including increased levels of municipal aid as well as grants and bond funding to redevelop key properties across the 104th . She remains deeply connected to her community roots and has continued the fight for affordable health care, small businesses, high-quality public education, the expansion of access to job training opportunities, and economic development to ensure a better quality of life for all residents. First Term…