Biography

Kurt Vail, born on August 4, 1968, is a Republican politician serving as the State Representative for Connecticut's 52nd District, which includes Somers, Stafford, Union, and Woodstock. First elected in 2014, he has been re-elected multiple times, most recently in November 2024. Vail has been actively involved in his community, serving on the Stafford Board of Education, the Downtown Revitalization Committee, and the Recreation Commission. He has also been a dedicated youth sports coach and mentor, including serving as president of the Stafford Youth Football board from 2007 to 2009.

Education and Political Experience

• Education:

  • Graduated from Stafford High School in 1986.
  • Attended Western Connecticut State University, Western New England University, and Southern Connecticut State University.

• Political Experience:

  • Member of the Stafford Board of Education .
  • Member of the Stafford Board of Selectmen .
  • State Representative for Connecticut's 52nd District .
  • Ranking Member of the Veterans’ and Military Affairs Committee.
  • Member of the Aging, Commerce, and Public Safety and Security Committees.

Notable Achievements

• Played a key role in securing state resources for the construction of a new public safety communications tower in Somers in 2024.
• Instrumental in helping Camp Woodstock expand its operations, enhancing the camp's viability for future generations.
• Advocated for addressing the crumbling foundation issue in central Connecticut, leading conversations in Hartford and co-sponsoring legislation to assist affected homeowners.
• Engaged with community leaders to combat the opioid crisis, co-sponsoring legislation to provide first responders with easier access to drug-overdose reversal medication.

Vail is a proud father of four children: Hannah, Noah, Sarah, and Vivian.