CT lawmakers advance nominations of major child welfare roles

CT Mirror – Tuesday, March 17, 2026
By Laura Tillman

A legislative panel voted on Tuesday to advance the nominations of the interim leaders of two state offices focused on the well-being of Connecticut’s children.

Members of the Executive and Legislative Nominations Committee unanimously approved the appointment of Elena Trueworthy for commissioner of the Office of Early Childhood. She has served in that role since September, when her predecessor Beth Bye announced her retirement.

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