title: Cara Pavalock-D'Amato
text: # Cara Pavalock-D'Amato
  
  Cara C. Pavalock-D'Amato is an American attorney and politician serving as a member of the Connecticut House of Representatives from the 77th district. Elected in November 2014, she assumed office on January 7, 2015.
  
  ## Early life and education
  
  Pavalock-D'Amato was born in Bristol, Connecticut and graduated from St. Paul Catholic High School. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Providence College, a Juris Doctor from the St. Thomas University School of Law, and a Master of Laws in taxation from the Georgetown University Law Center.
  
  ## Career
  
  After graduating from law school, Pavalock-D'Amato returned to Bristol and established a law firm. She was elected to the Connecticut House of Representatives in November 2014 and assumed office on January 7, 2015. Pavalock-D'Amato is the ranking member of the House Insurance and Real Estate Committee.
  
  