Kevin Ryan (politician)

Ryan was born on August 1, 1952. He attended Villanova University, earned a master's degree from the University of New Haven, and earned a doctorate degree from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry. == Career ==

Prior to his political career, Ryan taught physics at the University of New Haven as an adjunct professor. Ryan was first elected in 1992 to represent Ledyard, Norwich, and Montville of the 139th Connecticut House of Representatives district. Ryan served on the House Appropriations Committee, Public Health Committee, and Environment Committee. In 2024, Ryan served as the chair of the Council of State Governments. == Personal life and death ==

Ryan was arrested three times for driving under the influence; upon his third conviction in 2001, he served 120 days in prison while the state legislature was in recess. Ryan died on November 23, 2025, at the age of 73. == References ==