Devin Carney is a Republican who represented Connecticut's 23rd House District, encompassing Lyme, Old Lyme, Old Saybrook, and Westbrook, from 2015 until opting out of reelection in 2026. He served multiple terms as a state representative, focusing on making Connecticut more attractive for young people, and held leadership roles including House Republican Policy Co-Chair, Assistant House Republican Leader, and co-chair of the bipartisan Connecticut Future Caucus and Clean Energy Caucus. Notable achievements include being named Millennial Action Project’s Republican Rising Star in 2021; he also served on committees such as Transportation, Finance, Revenue and Bonding, Education, and Government Oversight .

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Earned a BA in Political Science and a BA in American Studies from Brandeis University in 2006.
• Political Experience: Elected in 2015, serving through at least 2025 ; professional roles include finance at John A. Bysko Associates and Realtor with Coldwell Banker; community involvement includes board member and emcee for Academy Awards Night at The Kate, Old Saybrook Players, ASPCA, and chambers of commerce in Old Saybrook and Lyme/Old Lyme.