Members pay tribute to retiring member 'Topper'

Apr 2, 2026

During announcements Representative from Fairfield delivered a lengthy tribute to a long-serving colleague known as 'Topper' (member from Barry/Barry Town), praising his mentorship, committee service and five-plus decades of public service; the House voted to journalize the remarks.

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During the announcements period the Representative from Fairfield delivered an extended personal tribute to a departing colleague referred to in the floor remarks as "Topper," a long-serving member from Barry (Barry Town).

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