On the last night of the 2022 legislative session, weary legislators left signs of their efforts in the House chambers.
The session, which began in February with a speech from Gov. Ned Lamont, covered topics from children’s mental health and juvenile crime to a clean air act and various labor issues.
As midnight approached on Wednesday, legislators battled through a trove of last-minute bills, fortified by dedication to their work and causes — and some snacks.
A laptop of Rep. Lezlye Zupkus, R-Prospect, is on the desk in the House chamber. Credit: Yehyun Kim 
A laptop of Rep. Tami Zawistowski, R-East Granby, is placed on her desk in the House chamber. Credit: Yehyun Kim 
Bill documents are stacked up between Republican legislators’ desks in the House chamber. Credit: Yehyun Kim 
Garrett West, an intern working with Rep. Mary Mushinsky, D-Wallingford, focuses on his work on the final day of the legislative session. Credit: Yehyun Kim 
On the final day of the legislative session, some legislators kept snacks near their desks. Credit: Yehyun Kim 
Snacks are lined up on the staircase in the House chamber. Credit: Yehyun Kim 
The desk of Rep. Geraldo Reyes, D-Waterbury, co-chairman of the Black and Puerto Rican Caucus, in the House chamber. Credit: Yehyun Kim 
Mik France, R-Ledyard, wears an American flag tie and a conservative caucus badge. Credit: Yehyun Kim
