January 10, 2013
Representative Gregory Haddad was sworn in on Wednesday for his second term. Rep. Haddad has been appointed Vice Chair of the Higher Education committee by Speaker of the House Brendan Sharkey. Rep. Sharkey has also named Rep. Haddad to Chair the Transportation subcommittee of the Appropriations committee.
"I am honored to have been named Vice Chair of Higher Education by Rep. Sharkey," Rep. Haddad said. "Higher Education and the issues surrounding it are very important to my district and I am happy that I will now be able to help shape the discussion."
The Higher Education Committee has cognizance of all matters relating to public and independent colleges and universities, the Department of Higher Education, post-secondary education and job training institutions and programs and the Office of Workforce Competitiveness.
"Rep. Haddad's keen interest and knowledge make him a perfect choice to help lead the Higher Education committee," said Speaker of the House Brendan Sharkey (D-Hamden). "Gregg brings a wealth of experience and strong work ethic to each of his committee assignments."
The 2013 Connecticut General Assembly's session began on January 9.