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Connecticut Rep. Kevin Ryan, 73, Dies After 32 Years in the Legislature

State leaders ordered flags lowered to honor his labor-focused service.

Hartford, CT - 6/5/19 -Rep. Speaker of the House Kevin Ryan listens in the House chamber during the final day of the General Assembly at the Connecticut State Capitol on June 5, 2019. (Photo by Brad Horrigan | Hartford Courant)
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State legislators are mourning the passing of state Rep. Kevin Ryan of Norwich, who served in the legislature for the past 32 years. He is shown here in 2005 on legislative initiatives targeted at Wal-Mart's child labor practices that was held at the state Capitol complex in Hartford. Ryan at the time was the House chair of the Labor Committee. (Courant photo by John Long)

Overview

  • He died Sunday night after a long illness at age 73, according to colleagues and state officials.
  • Gov. Ned Lamont directed flags to half-staff in his honor, with flags to remain lowered until sunset on the date of interment.
  • First elected in 1992, he represented Ledyard, Montville, and Norwich, serving as deputy House speaker and chairing the labor committee for eight years.
  • He chaired the Council of State Governments in 2024, a role colleagues said amplified Connecticut’s voice nationally.
  • Tributes from top lawmakers highlighted his mentorship, quick wit, and support for working people, with Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz praising his enduring impact on labor policy.