Cristin McCarthy Vahey

Cristin McCarthy Vahey is an American politician serving as a member of the Connecticut House of Representatives from the 133rd district. Elected in November 2014, she assumed office on January 7, 2015.

Cristin McCarthy Vahey
Member of the Connecticut House of Representatives from the 133rd district
Incumbent
Assumed office January 7, 2015
Preceded by	Kim Fawcett
Personal details
Born	Cristin McCarthy West Chester, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Political party	Democratic
Spouse	Brian Vahey
Children	3
Education	University of Notre Dame (BA) University of Washington (MSW)
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Early life and education

Vahey was born in West Chester, Pennsylvania.^[1] She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in economics and government from the University of Notre Dame and a Master of Social Work from the University of Washington School of Social Work.^[2][3]

Career

Vahey began her career as a social worker. She was elected to the Connecticut House of Representatives in November 2014 and assumed office on January 7, 2015. Since 2019, she has served as co-chair of the House Planning and Development Committee.^[4][5]

Personal life

Vahey and her husband, Brian Vahey, live in Fairfield, Connecticut and have three children.^[6]