Joe de la Cruz for 18th State Senate

Joe is a proven leader with decades of experience serving our community. As a former State Representative, Town Councilor, and lifelong union member, Joe knows how to bring people together and get things done for working families and local businesses.

He also helps his local favorite market when they need an extra hand in the kitchen!

Experience & leadership

Joe de la Cruz brings long-standing leadership in public service, business, and community involvement. He’s ready to put that experience to work for the good of the entire 18th District.

  • Former 41st District State Representative known for bipartisan cooperation

  • Former Groton Town Councilor and RTM member with deep understanding of local governance

Public Service

  • Recently retired as Vice President of a successful manufacturing company

  • Currently Chair of Groton Economic Development Commission, driving local economic growth

Business Leadership

  • Board member of USS Sail Foundation

  • Vice President of Community Speaks Out

  • Lifelong Sheet Metal Union member

  • Dedicated former youth sports coach

Joe wants to return to the Capitol to continue the important work of making lives better for our community. As State Representatvie, he built strong bipartisan relationships in Hartford that he’ll leverage to deliver results for the 18th District.

Community Roots

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