Connecticut State House District 21

Current seat holder: Mike Demicco (D).

Mike Demicco

Mike Demicco is the incumbent Democratic / Working Families Party / Independent Party member of the Connecticut House of Representatives representing District 21, running for re-election on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. District 21 covers parts of Hartford County. As of September 2019, Mike Demicco lives in Farmington, Connecticut. He earned a bachelor's degree in history, economics, and government from Wesleyan University in Middletown in 1980. Demicco's career experience includes working as a high school and middle school history teacher. He served as town councilman for four terms, working on the Elderly Tax Relief Subcommittee, the Ethics Ordinance Subcommittee and the Legal Services Subcommittee.

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“Today in Connecticut, and in Farmington and Unionville, we are fortunate to enjoy a uniquely high quality of life.” (Candidate statement)
“For seven terms in the CT General Assembly, I have championed these rights as well as the rights of families, enhancing access to quality child care and supporting outstanding schools.” (Candidate statement)
“In the face of many imminent challenges, it will take experienced, patient, and thoughtful leadership to maintain Connecticut's desirability and deliver meaningful, long-term solutions. Through years of successful bipartisan work, I have built up the state-level relationships necessary to maintain state aid for our town and be responsive to the needs of all Farmington and Unionville residents, businesses, and schools.” (Candidate statement)

Gary Palumbo

Gary Palumbo District 21 covers parts of Hartford County. In the November 3, 2026 general election, Gary Palumbo faces Mike Demicco for the District 21 seat currently held by Mike Demicco (D).

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“Affordability for seniors and veterans. I plan to address it by using my 42 years of business experience and knowledge of local politics.” (Farmington Patch Candidate Profile)
“I will work for the residents of Farmington and the issues that are important to them.” (Farmington Patch Candidate Profile)

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