(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he has scheduled Tuesday, April 22, 2025, as the date to hold a special election to fill a vacancy for state representative in the 113th Assembly District, which consists of a portion of Shelton.
The seat became vacant on February 28 upon the resignation of Jason Perillo.
Under state law, the governor is required to issue a writ of special election within ten days of a seat in the General Assembly becoming vacant, and a special election must be held 46 days after the writ is issued. Governor Lamont issued the writ today.
**Download: Governor Lamont’s special election writ for the 113th Assembly District