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Governor Susan Bysiewicz make it possible by upholding State values. She fosters innovation and inclusivity in her commitment to economic growth and equality. She also preserves a culture where all people and ideas are welcome to thrive.</p> <p>The Office of Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz is here to support you. You'll find information about the latest news, state initiatives, and events below. You'll gain access to policies, records, and legal notices. You can also find resources for requesting citations and contacting the governor.</p> </div> <div class="cg-c-lead-story__link"> <a class="cg-c-button-link cg-c-button-link--lead" href="https://portal.ct.gov/lt-governor/about-lt-governor-susan-bysiewicz" target="">More about Lt. 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Governor accepts requests on a case-by-case basis.</p></div> </div> <div class="cg-c-fcard__btn"> <a href="https://portal.ct.gov/lt-governor/contact/citation-request" class="cg-c-button-link cg-c-button-link--left-align" >Request a citation<span class="sr-only"> </span> <span class="cg-i-chevron-right"></span> </a> </div> </div> </div> <div class="col-lg-4 col-12"> <div class="cg-c-fcard cg-c-tile--white " > <div class="cg-c-fcard__image"> <img src="https://portal.ct.gov/lt-governor/-/media/otlg/02-site-images/homepage/news-and-press.jpg?rev=d8caa7238533435c95227ebb3adad7c8&sc_lang=en&h=400&w=600&la=en&hash=19E06A214E329CD080D04BE8358889B9" class="cg-c-fcard__img" alt="Lt. Governor Bysiewicz giving a speech at the Woodbridge Vietnam Veterans Ceremony" /> </div> <div class="cg-c-fcard__body"> <h3 class="cg-c-fcard__title">Press room</h3> <div class="cg-c-fcard__desc"><p>The press room is the source for press releases, news, announcements, and more. Get informed about Lt. 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Review our policies or gain access to records and legal notices.</p></div> </div> <div class="cg-c-fcard__btn"> <a href="https://portal.ct.gov/lt-governor/about-lt-governor-susan-bysiewicz/lt-governor-legal-notices" class="cg-c-button-link cg-c-button-link--left-align" >Access legal notices<span class="sr-only"> </span> <span class="cg-i-chevron-right"></span> </a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="margin-b-40"></div> <div class=content-block-section> <div class="container" > <div class="row"> <div class="col-lg-12 col-12"> <section class="cg-c-section ">  <div class="cg-c-story-group__title-link-row row"> <div class="col-lg-12"> <h2 class="cg-c-section-title cg-c-section-title__component-title" > Ways to contact the Lt. 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Your input informs our decisions to better serve you.</p> </div> <div style="margin-top: 2rem;"> <div class="cg-c-lead-story__link"> <a class="cg-c-button-link cg-c-button-link--group" href="https://portal.ct.gov/lt-governor/contact-the-lt-governor" target="">Contact us <span class="cg-i-chevron-right"></span><span class="sr-only"> </span></a> </div> </div> </div> </article> </div>   <div class="col-lg-6 cg-l-stack-content"> <ul class="cg-c-story-group cg-c-story-group--default row cg-c-story-group-row--non-img"> <li class="cg-c-story-group__item col-md-6 col-lg-12 col-xxl"> <div class="cg-c-story-group__title"> <a href="https://portal.ct.gov/lt-governor/contact/email-lt-governor-bysiewicz" target="">Email Lt. Gov. Bysiewicz <span class="cg-i-chevron-right"></span><span class="sr-only"> </span></a> </div> <div class="cg-c-story-group__desc"> Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz wants to hear your opinions, concerns, and suggestions. No matter the subject, we want to hear from you. </div> </li> <li class="cg-c-story-group__item col-md-6 col-lg-12 col-xxl"> <div class="cg-c-story-group__title"> <a href="https://portal.ct.gov/lt-governor/contact/invite-lt-governor-bysiewicz-to-an-event" target="">Invite Lt. Governor Bysiewicz <span class="cg-i-chevron-right"></span><span class="sr-only"> </span></a> </div> <div class="cg-c-story-group__desc"> Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz attends special events to foster unity and support. Request her participation. </div> </li> <li class="cg-c-story-group__item col-md-6 col-lg-12 col-xxl"> <div class="cg-c-story-group__title"> <a href="https://portal.ct.gov/lt-governor/news/sign-up-for-news-updates" target="">Sign up for news updates <span class="cg-i-chevron-right"></span><span class="sr-only"> </span></a> </div> <div class="cg-c-story-group__desc"> Stay up to date with Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz. Sign up for the latest news about initiatives, events, policy changes, and more. </div> </li> <li class="cg-c-story-group__item col-md-6 col-lg-12 col-xxl"> <div class="cg-c-story-group__title"> <a href="https://portal.ct.gov/lt-governor/contact-the-lt-governor/intern-at-the-lt-governors-office" target="">Intern with Lt. Governor Bysiewicz <span class="cg-i-chevron-right"></span><span class="sr-only"> </span></a> </div> <div class="cg-c-story-group__desc"> Learn about different aspects of State government. Our assignments grant real-world exposure to how the government works. </div> </li> </ul> </div> <div class="col-12 cg-c-button-link--mobile" style="margin-top: 2rem;"> </div>  </div> </section> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="margin-b-40"></div> <div class="container-fluid lt-blue-background"> <div class="container" > <div class="row"> <div class="col-lg-12 col-12"> <div class=""> <div class="container tile-card-anchor" > <div class="cg-c-lead-story row" role="article"> <div class="cg-c-lead-story__img col-md-4" role="figure"> <img src="https://portal.ct.gov/lt-governor/-/media/otlg/02-site-images/homepage/investing-in-connecticuts-future.jpg?rev=790c8e631d554404b0b32333f171b615&sc_lang=en&h=400&w=600&la=en&hash=613406D8B693B3951891693113F4AD2F" class="img-fluid" alt="A high level view of the Lieutenant Governor's Office Personnel and Staff." /> </div> <div class="cg-c-lead-story__body col"> <h2 class="cg-c-lead-story__title">Investing in Connecticut鈥檚 future</h2> <div class="cg-c-lead-story__desc"> <p>Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz has partnered with Governor Ned Lamont to form working groups. The purpose of the groups is to help the State reach its goals of economic growth, equality, and more. Current working groups include:</p> <ul> <li>The Governor's Council on Women and Girls</li> <li>The Connecticut Complete Count Committee</li> <li>Interagency Council for Ending the Achievement Gap</li> </ul> <p>Discover more about these groups and how they are moving Connecticut forward.</p> </div> <div class="cg-c-lead-story__link"> <a class="cg-c-button-link cg-c-button-link--lead" href="https://portal.ct.gov/lt-governor/working-groups" target="">Explore working groups <span class="sr-only"> </span> <span class="cg-i-chevron-right"></span></a> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="margin-b-40"></div> <div class=content-block-section> <div class="container" > <div class="row"> <div class="col-lg-12 col-12"> <div class=""> <div class="container tile-card-anchor" > <div class="cg-c-lead-story row" role="article"> <div class="cg-c-lead-story__img col-md-4" role="figure"> <img src="https://portal.ct.gov/lt-governor/-/media/otlg/02-site-images/homepage/about-lt-governor-susan-bysiewicz.jpg?rev=c52d20dcf9e549389bcdf7d9a6d85d02&sc_lang=en&h=400&w=600&la=en&hash=EF0F8BCDE24E28DD522FCD258BE62BFE" class="img-fluid" alt="Close-up of Lt Governor Susan Bysiewicz" /> </div> <div class="cg-c-lead-story__body col"> <h2 class="cg-c-lead-story__title">About Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz</h2> <div class="cg-c-lead-story__desc"> <p>Susan Bysiewicz is the 109th Lt. Governor of the State of Connecticut. She was sworn in on January 4, 2023, beginning her second term. As Lt. Governor, her responsibilities include leadership throughout many aspects of the government.</p> <p>She's also president of the Connecticut State Senate. Economic growth and investing in the State's future are a top priority for her and Governor Ned Lamont.</p> </div> <div class="cg-c-lead-story__link"> <a class="cg-c-button-link cg-c-button-link--lead" href="https://portal.ct.gov/lt-governor/about-lt-governor-susan-bysiewicz" target="">Discover more about Lt. 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