Robert "Bobby" Sanchez is a Democratic politician who served as the State Representative for Connecticut's 25th Assembly District in New Britain from 2011 to 2025. In November 2025, he was elected as the 41st Mayor of New Britain, becoming the first Latino to hold the position. Born on February 15, 1961, in New Britain, he is a lifelong resident known for his community leadership, including work in early childhood education through the Head Start program at the Human Resources Agency of New Britain, Inc., where he serves as a case manager and fatherhood initiative coordinator. He is married to Nebeska Sanchez and has a son, Lawrence. Notable achievements include expanding educational opportunities, improving administrative efficiency on the Board of Education, and serving on boards such as Citizens for Action in New Britain, the Federal Housing Residents Council, the New Britain Human Rights Commission, and the City’s Housing Coalition Board.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Holds a bachelor’s degree and graduate degrees from Springfield College.
• Political Experience:
  • Served on the New Britain Board of Education, advocating for educational expansion and efficiency.
  • Elected to the Connecticut General Assembly in 2011, representing the 25th Assembly District until 2025.
  • Elected Mayor of New Britain in 2025, with a term ending in 2027.
  • Active in the New Britain Democratic Town Committee and various local organizations.