Press Releases

Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz applauds the 26 submissions highlighted as part of the 7th Annual Lt. Governor's Computing Challenge (LGCC). The LGCC is Connecticut’s statewide coding competition for students in grades 3–12. Inspired by the Governor's Council on Women and Girls: Subcommittee on Education and STEAM, the coding for good theme encourages students to design programs that promote health, wellness, and positive change.   

Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz, State Department of Education Commissioner Charlene Russell-Tucker (SDE), local officials, and Groton Public Schools launched the 2026 Lt. Governor’s Computing Challenge.  

Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz and the Connecticut National Guard Foundation announced the kickoff for the 24th annual Operation E.L.F. (Embracing Lonely Families) to support Connecticut’s service members and their families.

Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz joined forces with LiveGirl, members of the Governor’s Council on Women and Girls, the Connecticut Collective for Women and Girls, and student leaders at the Connecticut State Capitol in Hartford to celebrate International Day of the Girl. The rally was made even more urgent as headwinds continue to threaten the rights and opportunities of women and girls nationwide.

Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz and the Department of Economic and Community Development’s Connecticut Office of the Arts (COA) announced it has approved New Milford’s application to create a Cultural District in the Town.

Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz and the Department of Economic and Community Development’s Connecticut Office of the Arts (COA) announced it has approved Vernon’s application to establish a state-recognized Cultural District in the Rockville section of town, the first such district in Tolland County and the 14th in the state.

Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz and the Department of Economic and Community Development’s Connecticut Office of the Arts (COA) announced it has approved Fairfield’s application to create a Cultural District in town. 

Lt. Governor Bysiewicz and the Department of Economic and Community Development’s Connecticut Office of the Arts (COA) announced it has approved Farmington’s application to create two Cultural Districts in town. 

In partnership with Connecticut Veterans Affairs Commissioner Ronald Welch and Major General Francis Evon of the Connecticut National Guard, Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysiewicz is seeking assistance in identifying any living World War II veterans, having served at any time from December 7, 1941 to December 31, 1946, to be honored during an upcoming ceremony.