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Susan Bysiewicz

Lieutenant Governor

2026 Connecticut Lieutenant Governor — General Election · November 3, 2026

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2026 Connecticut Lieutenant Governor — General Election on November 3, 2026
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Lieutenant Governor · Democratic · Incumbent
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Connecticut Secretary of the State — 2026 Certificate of Endorsement or 15% Candidate

Candidate: Susan Bysiewicz

Office: Lieutenant Governor

Party: Democratic

Connecticut SEEC — 2026 candidate registration list

SEEC candidate name: Susan Bysiewicz

SEEC committee: Bysiewicz for CT

SEEC office: Lieutenant Governor

SEEC party: Democrat

SEEC election date: 11/03/2026

SEEC committee status: Active

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Women’s Health

Source-published biography

I’ve been a champion for women’s health throughout my career. As a State Representative, I’m proud to have written legislation to ban “drive-through” mastectomies and ensure that women being treated for breast cancer had proper care. As Secretary of the State, I fought to help small business owners get access to more affordable health care. With both healthcare and reproductive access under threat from the current administration, Connecticut needs a staunch advocate leading the fight against any loss of access or coverage.

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I’ve been a champion for women’s health throughout my career. As a State Representative, I’m proud to have written legislation to ban “drive-through” mastectomies and ensure that women being treated for breast cancer had proper care. As Secretary of the State, I fought to help small business owners get access to more affordable health care. With both healthcare and reproductive access under threat from the current administration, Connecticut needs a staunch advocate leading the fight against any loss of access or coverage.

What does a Lieutenant Governor do in Connecticut?

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President of the State Senate The Lt. Governor presides over the State Senate. According to the Connecticut State Constitution, The Lieutenant Governor is President of the State Senate, and has, when in committee of the whole, a right to debate. When the Senate is equally divided, the Lt. Governor gives the casting vote. (Article 4, Sec. 13)

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President of the State Senate The Lt. Governor presides over the State Senate. According to the Connecticut State Constitution, The Lieutenant Governor is President of the State Senate, and has, when in committee of the whole, a right to debate. When the Senate is equally divided, the Lt. Governor gives the casting vote. (Article 4, Sec. 13)

What does a Lieutenant Governor do in Connecticut?

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The Lt. Governor presides over the State Senate. According to the Connecticut State Constitution, The Lieutenant Governor is President of the State Senate, and has, when in committee of the whole, a right to debate. When the Senate is equally divided, the Lt. Governor gives the casting vote. (Article 4, Sec. 13)

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The Lt. Governor presides over the State Senate. According to the Connecticut State Constitution, The Lieutenant Governor is President of the State Senate, and has, when in committee of the whole, a right to debate. When the Senate is equally divided, the Lt. Governor gives the casting vote. (Article 4, Sec. 13)

Hard work and persistence

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Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz graduated from Middletown High School, Yale University, and Duke Law School. She is the author of Ella: A Biography of Ella Grasso, Connecticut’s 83rd governor. Bysiewicz and her husband, David Donaldson, reside in Middletown, CT.

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Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz graduated from Middletown High School, Yale University, and Duke Law School. She is the author of Ella: A Biography of Ella Grasso, Connecticut’s 83rd governor. Bysiewicz and her husband, David Donaldson, reside in Middletown, CT.

An advocate for CT's economic health

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Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz’s and Governor Ned Lamont’s first priority is to grow good-paying jobs and invest in the State’s future. Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz is continuing her commitment to economic growth that made her a leading voice while she served as Secretary of the State from 1999 to 2011.

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Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz’s and Governor Ned Lamont’s first priority is to grow good-paying jobs and invest in the State’s future. Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz is continuing her commitment to economic growth that made her a leading voice while she served as Secretary of the State from 1999 to 2011.

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CT Government

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Together, we will revitalize Connecticut’s economy to bring opportunity and prosperity to every one of our communities.

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Together, we will revitalize Connecticut’s economy to bring opportunity and prosperity to every one of our communities.

Balance the Budget

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I believe in cutting wasteful spending and closing the budget gap. Governors of both parties and legislatures controlled by both parties have maxed out our state's credit cards. Businesses will only come to Connecticut from out of state if we have a predictable budget and a well-governed state. Passing a fair and balanced budget that is on time will be my top priority.

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I believe in cutting wasteful spending and closing the budget gap. Governors of both parties and legislatures controlled by both parties have maxed out our state's credit cards. Businesses will only come to Connecticut from out of state if we have a predictable budget and a well-governed state. Passing a fair and balanced budget that is on time will be my top priority.

Invest in Infrastructure

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Invest in Infrastructure

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Invest in Infrastructure

Protect LGBTQ Equality

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Protect LGBTQ Equality

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Protect LGBTQ Equality

Must be able to work at least 10 hours per week

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Policy

Applicants for law internships must be first or second year law students

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Applicants for law internships must be first or second year law students

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Candidate position
Policy

The Office of Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz offers internships to graduate and undergraduate students. First and second-year law students can also take advantage of law internships. Students who take advantage of the program can gain real-world exposure to how government works. To take advantage of this opportunity, you must meet the following requirements:

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The Office of Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz offers internships to graduate and undergraduate students. First and second-year law students can also take advantage of law internships. Students who take advantage of the program can gain real-world exposure to how government works. To take advantage of this opportunity, you must meet the following requirements:

Be able to work at least 10 hours per week

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Applicants for law internships must be first or second-year law students

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Applicants for law internships must be first or second-year law students

Economic Growth and Opportunity

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Prioritizes economic growth, entrepreneurship, good-paying jobs, and broader opportunity across Connecticut.

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Economic Growth and Opportunity

Women's Equality and Inclusion

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Prioritizes a Connecticut that is supportive and inclusive to women and advances equality and opportunity.

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Women's Equality and Inclusion

Support Connecticut Veterans

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Prioritizes support for Connecticut veterans and improved coordination of veterans' services.

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Support Connecticut Veterans

Affordable, High-Quality Healthcare Innovation

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Prioritizes healthcare innovation and continued efforts to improve equitable and affordable access to high-quality healthcare.

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Affordable, High-Quality Healthcare Innovation

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SEEC candidate: Susan Bysiewicz

SEEC committee: Bysiewicz for CT

Office sought: Lieutenant Governor

Party: Democrat

Committee status: Active

Election date: 11/03/2026

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  1. Election record

    2026 Connecticut endorsement certificate — Susan Bysiewicz

    Connecticut Secretary of the State

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  2. Candidate-owned primary source

    Susan Bysiewicz — candidate-owned primary source 1

    Susan Bysiewicz campaign

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    Susan Bysiewicz campaign

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  4. GOVERNMENT_CAMPAIGN_FINANCE_REGISTRATION

    Susan Bysiewicz — Connecticut SEEC candidate registration

    Connecticut State Elections Enforcement Commission

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  10. Government-published candidate statement

    Susan Bysiewicz — Lieutenant Governor

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    Susan Bysiewicz — Key Initiatives

    Connecticut Office of the Lieutenant Governor

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    Susan Bysiewicz — Working Groups

    Connecticut Office of the Lieutenant Governor

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