State Representative Arnold Jensen

08/21/2026

Wednesday night at the Oxford Selectman’s meeting, we recognized Oxford’s Special Olympic Basketball Team! They won a bronze medal in the Level 1 Unified Sports Division at the Special Olympics USA Games in Minnesota, representing Team Connecticut.

A huge congratulations to the team and coaches for their amazing achievement, and thank you for representing our great state of Connecticut!

08/20/2026

Oxford is taking flight! ✈️

Avia Flight Academy opened its second location at Oxford Airport this past Wednesday, and I was honored to attend and speak at its grand opening.

Avia Flight Academy offers professional career-pilot pathways, flight training, youth aviation enrichment programs, and discovery flights. Their programs can take students from having no flight experience to becoming a professional pilot in roughly 10 months.

Their mission is to support the aviation community by providing high-quality training and helping prepare the next generation of pilots.

The opening of Avia’s new Oxford location creates exciting opportunities for people in our community to explore a career in aviation—or simply discover a passion for flying.

Welcome to Oxford, Avia Flight Academy! We’re glad to have you here and look forward to seeing you take off. 🛩️

08/17/2026

Looking for a fun way to continue celebrating America’s 250th anniversary with your family? Look no further!

The Museum of Connecticut History has announced that their “Family Saturdays” have returned for their year-long Connecticut’s Revolution Exhibition. The exhibition will be open Monday-Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., along with one Saturday per month. Admission will be free!

The Connecticut’s Revolution Exhibit teaches how Connecticut residents were affected by the American Revolution, and how they in turn affected it. The museum’s team has pulled thousands of documents and objects from the Connecticut's State Library to tell the stories and experiences of those who shaped history. See below for Saturday dates.

August 15, 2026, sponsored by Robinson+Cole
September 19, 2026, sponsored by the Schmid Family
October 17, 2026, sponsored by DataMail
November 21, 2026
December 19, 2026
January 23, 2027
February 20, 2027
March 20, 2027
April 17, 2027
May 15, 2027
June 26, 2027

For more information, check out:

Explore Connecticut's political, industrial, and military history. Free museum in Hartford with unique exhibits, student programs, and statewide events.

08/14/2026

Tax free week begins this Sunday, allowing for qualifying items under $300 to be exempt from tax. Newly added items now include cleated footwear and backpacks. For more information, check out the link below!

https://portal.ct.gov/drs/sales-tax/sales-tax-free-week

08/05/2026

I recently attended the ribbon cutting for Oxford Auto and Tire Center with owner Chris Lindquist, his family, and team. The shop helps with a variety of services, from oil changes and routine maintenance repairs to tire sales. A huge welcome to Chris and his family!

08/04/2026

Over the weekend, I had the opportunity to attend the Oxford Volunteer Firefighter and EMS Picnic and the St. Thomas Church Fair. It is always a great time being out in the community, and I thank everyone who helped put together these amazing events. Thank you to our firefighters and EMS workers for your dedication to keeping our community safe and for all your hard work.

07/29/2026

I recently had the privilege of attending and speaking at the Korean and Vietnam War-era Veterans Recognition Ceremony at Oxford High School. It was an honor to join the community in recognizing local Korean and Vietnam War veterans. During the ceremony, veterans were presented with commemorative recognitions in appreciation of their service. The program also included a presentation, followed by the retirement of colors by Oxford’s Scout Troop 65.

Thank you to everyone who attended and showed their support and gratitude. A special thank you to our veterans for their service and the sacrifices they have made for our country.

07/17/2026

I am proud to have achieved a 100% voting record for the 2026 legislative session, participating in all 316 votes. It has been an honor to show up for Naugatuck, Oxford, and Southbury and bring your voices to Hartford.

Every vote, bill, debate, and decision impacts the people we serve, and I thank those who have put their trust in me to represent our community. I remain committed to working hard, listening to your concerns, and fighting for the issues that matter most in our district.

07/16/2026

Yesterday I attended Volo Restaurant’s ribbon-cutting ceremony in Oxford. Located on Oxford Airport, Volo offers beautiful views and high-quality ingredients, bringing a unique experience to customers.

Small businesses like Volo are the backbone of our communities, they make our towns special, create jobs, and help to strengthen our local economies. By supporting small businesses, we help to create local opportunities and encourage future growth, making our towns thrive.

Congratulations to the Volo team on this amazing accomplishment! And thank you to all our small businesses for their hard work, dedication, and investment in our communities.

07/09/2026

Yesterday, I had the opportunity to join Oxford residents in reading the Declaration of Independence in honor of America 250. The Declaration of Independence set the stage for the future of America and laid the principles of liberty, freedom, and self-government. Today, it still rings true, inspiring generations and defining American ideals.

Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate our nation's history!