Senator MD Rahman Reappointed as Chair of the Planning and Development Committee

Senator MD Rahman, D-Manchester, has been reappointed as Chair of the Planning and Development Committee and Vice Chair of the Commerce Committee for the 2025-2026 legislative sessions, Senate President Pro Tempore Martin M. Looney and Majority Leader Bob Duff announced Friday.

“Our state’s future depends in part on thoughtful planning and smart economic decisions that strengthen our communities and promote growth,” Senator Rahman said. “I look forward to continuing the important work of the Planning and Development Committee to ensure that we support our local governments with effective solutions, and I am committed to help advance initiatives through the Commerce Committee that will help businesses thrive in Connecticut.”

As Chair of the Planning and Development Committee, Senator Rahman will continue overseeing a wide range of issues, including local governance, urban renewal, regional planning, and infrastructure needs that impact communities across Connecticut.

In addition, as Vice Chair of the Commerce Committee, Senator Rahman will help guide efforts to bolster Connecticut’s business environment, support small businesses, and create an economic climate that benefits the state.

“Throughout his first term, Senator Rahman has been an advocate for making Connecticut a more affordable place to live and has supported the economic development that drives our state forward,” Senator Looney said. “I am confident that under his leadership, the Planning and Development and Commerce Committees will continue to address the critical issues facing our state and its residents.”

Senator Rahman has represented Manchester, Glastonbury, Andover, and Bolton since he was first elected to the state Senate in 2022.