GOV. MALLOY AND LT. GOV. WYMAN ON THE PASSING OF FORMER STATE REPRESENTATIVE GAIL HAMM

(HARTFORD, CT) - Governor Dannel P. Malloy and Lt. Governor Nancy Wyman today released the following statements regarding the passing of former State Representative Gail Hamm, who served East Hampton and Middletown for 14 years before retiring earlier this year:

"Gail Hamm was a passionate woman who loved the people of her district, most notably dedicating in her legislative career as a champion for the safety and well-being of children," Governor Malloy said. "She worked tirelessly with her colleagues at the State Capitol, and her presence will undoubtedly be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends at this difficult time."

Lt. Governor Nancy Wyman said, "Gail was always extraordinarily thoughtful and knowledgeable and ready to fight hard for the issues she believed in. Even during her illness, her energy and commitment to her constituents never faltered, and I will always admire her for that."