Anabel Figueroa (0148)

Anabel D. Figueroa is a Salvadoran American politician and Democrat who served as the state representative for Connecticut's 148th District in the House of Representatives from 2023 to 2025. She was elected in a special election on February 28, 2023, defeating Republican Olga Anastos with 61% of the vote, but lost the Democratic primary on August 13, 2024, to Jonathan Jacobson . Figueroa served on the Stamford Board of Representatives for District 8 since 2001 until resigning amid controversy; she was involved in committees including Appointments, Fiscal, Personnel, and formerly Public Safety & Health. Notable issues include her advocacy for Latino community needs, Stamford public schools, and affordable housing, though she faced backlash for antisemitic remarks about her primary opponent, leading to resignation from the board and loss of legislative committee assignments.

Education and Political Experience

• Education and Early Career: Elementary school teacher in El Salvador; Therapeutic Recreation Director at NCC ; Nursing Assistant; Unit Secretary occupation. Founder of American Red Cross chapter in Tonacatepeque, El Salvador ; former member of Alzheimer's Association .
• Political Experience: Stamford Board of Representatives since 2001, with roles as Member of Appointments, Fiscal, and Personnel Committees; Former Vice Chair of Public Safety & Health Committee; Former Co-Chair of Appointments Committee; Former Member of Housing-Community Development/Social Services Committee. State Representative for 148th District .