Rosario is the second Hispanic/Latino in Connecticut history to serve as Deputy Speaker and has held HD-128 since 2014. He won re-election in 2024 with 77.8% of the vote, signaling a safe Democratic seat in Bridgeport. His current term ends January 2027, making him eligible for re-election in 2026.
HD-128 covers Bridgeport's East Side, a predominantly Latino district. Rosario has won every general election since 2014 by wide margins (77-85%). In 2024 he defeated Republican Ramona Marquez (19.7%) and Independent Angel Gonzalez (2.5%). No 2026 opponents have filed yet. He named Grand Marshal of the 2026 Puerto Rican Parade of Fairfield County.
Key dates to watch: Primary on August 11, 2026 and General Election on November 3, 2026.