Jonathan Jacobson

STATE REPRESENTATIVE JONATHAN JACOBSON SWORN IN ON WEDNESDAY FOR HIS FIRST TERM

Democratic State Representative Jonathan Jacobson was sworn in on Wednesday for his first term and will represent the 148th district, covering Stamford.

“I would like to thank the residents of the 148th district for their faith and confidence in me to represent them in Hartford,” Rep. Jacobson said. “I am certainly humbled, but I am also honored to serve and look forward to serving the 148th district proudly.

The swearing-in ceremony occurred in the House Chamber on Opening Day of the 2025 Legislative Session.

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Rep. Jacobson will sit on the Judiciary, Transportation, and Environment committees.

“I look forward to being an active participant and making an impact on these committees, all of which I have a great passion for,” Rep. Jacobson said.

Rep. Jacobson is a dedicated leader and community advocate, with a passion for public service and a deep commitment to making a difference in the lives of others. He says he is determined to represent the voices of his constituents with integrity and compassion.

Raised in Stamford, Rep. Jacobson has deep roots in the community and a profound understanding of the issues facing the neighborhoods. From a young age, he demonstrated a strong sense of civic responsibility and a desire to create positive change, which has guided his path to public service.

Rep. Jacobson previously served on the Stamford Board of Representatives, advocating for greater transparency and accountability from elected officials and championing environmental initiatives such as Stamford’s plastic bag, plastic straw, and Styrofoam ordinances.

Outside of politics, Rep. Jacobson is a small business owner and practices law as a civil litigator, focusing on assisting individuals and small businesses in Fairfield County. When he is not working, Jonathan enjoys hiking and spending time with his wife Lauren, their son Ezra, and their dog Chewbacca.

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