Craig C. Fishbein

Craig C. Fishbein
Member of the Connecticut House of Representatives
from the 90th district
Assumed office
November 18, 2016
Preceded by Mary G. Fritz
Personal details
Born (1965-07-16) July 16, 1965
Queens, New York
Political party Republican
Residence Wallingford, Connecticut
Education Quinnipiac University (BS, JD)
Profession Attorney, Public Official
Website repfishbein.com

Craig Charles Fishbein is a member of the Connecticut House of Representatives representing the 90th State House District. A resident of Wallingford, Connecticut, he was first elected to the Connecticut General Assembly as a State Representative in 2016,[1] by successfully winning a special election (to fill the vacancy created by the passing of Mary G. Fritz) and a regular election, both held on the same date.

Biography

Fishbein was born on July 16, 1965 in Queens, New York to Norman F. and Vivian B. Fishbein (nka Vivian Bitel). He is the eldest grandchild of the late Uria and Johanna Fishbein and Vincent and Emelia Bitel, all originally of Wallingford, Connecticut. He graduated from Mark T. Sheehan High School in 1983 and Quinnipiac University in 1997 with a degree in Marketing, and from Quinnipiac University School of Law in 2001. In 2002, Fishbein started practicing law with his father, at Fishbein Law Firm, LLC, in Wallingford.

Political career

Prior to being elected to the State House, and contemporaneous with his position there, Fishbein serves as a member of the Wallingford Town Council, having first been elected to that position in 2009.[2] In addition to his duties as a member of the Town Council, he is the Chairman of the Town Council's Ordinance Committee,[3][4] the only sub-Committee of the Town Council made up of its entire membership.

Fishbein is currently serving his first term as State Representative for Connecticut’s 90th District which includes a portion of Wallingford, Connecticut, and a portion of Cheshire, Connecticut. In the legislature, Fishbein serves on the Public Safety and Security Committee, Energy & Technology Committee,[5] and the Commerce Committee.

Fishbein is a member of the Connecticut General Assembly Conservative Caucus the mission of which is to facilitate open debate about the role of government in society, adherence to the Constitution,[6] and the rule of law.[7] They propose and advocate for legislation that promotes the freedoms, individual rights and the prosperity of all Americans.

Political positions

Fishbein has a record of voting for smaller government,[8][9] lower taxes, and less interference in the day-to-day affairs of our law-abiding citizens.[10] He has championed the causes of limited government, personal responsibility and the need for fiscal accountability in government. Fishbein is known for his "hands-on" approach to representation[11] and his strong constituent service.[12]

Electoral history

Connecticut House of Representatives 90th District (Special) Election, 2016
Party Candidate Votes %
Republican* Craig C. Fishbein 6570 58.02
Democratic Patrick Reynolds 4752 41.98
Connecticut House of Representatives 90th District Regular Election, 2016
Party Candidate Votes %
Republican* Craig C. Fishbein 7051 59.20
Democratic Patrick Reynolds 4860 40.80

References

  1. ↑ "Legislative newcomers see no quick fix in Hartford". Hartford Courant. November 25, 2016.
  2. ↑ "Fishbein, Reynolds plan to finish local terms if elected to legislature". Record Journal. September 22, 2016.
  3. ↑ "Wallingford ordinance committee to examine banning newspaper freebies". Record Journal. July 20, 2016.
  4. ↑ "Wallingford considers limiting on street parking in response to resident complaint". Record Journal. January 6, 2017.
  5. ↑ "Representatives Fishbein and Zupkus Host PURA Workshop for Cheshire Residents". April 10, 2017.
  6. ↑ "Representative Fishbein Opposes Firearm Permit Fee Increases". March 9, 2017.
  7. ↑ "Representative Fishbein Supports Rule of Law". February 24, 2017.
  8. ↑ "Candidates discuss state spending and other issues at Wallingford forum". Record Journal. October 28, 2016.
  9. ↑ "Candidates vie for vacant seat in the 90th district". New Haven Register. October 30, 2016.
  10. ↑ "Bill would protect state residents from libel suits in other countries". Record Journal. March 29, 2017.
  11. ↑ "New Wallingford State Representative plans to remain hands on". Record Journal. December 27, 2016.
  12. ↑ "Responding to complaints, Eversource changes tree cutting plan". Record Journal. November 24, 2016.
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