Troopers of the Second Company Governor’s Horse Guard recently honored Republican State Representative DebraLee Hovey of the 112th District, which serves Monroe, Newtown, and the Sandy Hook area.

Representative Hovey has been a strong voice for these towns at the state capital, crafting policies that encourage economic growth and job creation. A Monroe resident and longtime equestrienne, Representative Hovey grew up with horses and has been riding as a Hunter/Jumper since she was a very young girl traveling with her Dad to compete in horse shows.

She has remained very active in the horse community, which includes on-going efforts to preserve equestrian trails throughout Connecticut, including the areas surrounding the Second Company site in Newtown.

Originally from Maine, Representative Hovey moved to Monroe eight years ago with her horse and was looking for a place to board. She saw the Second Horse’s white fences that surround the property and soon after became interested in the troop and asked if she could volunteer at a fundraiser.

She has been a firm supporter and advocate for the Second Horse ever since.

Major Janis E. Arena, Commandant of the Second Company Governor’s Horse Guard (pictured above, left), presented Representative Hovey with a certificate commissioning her as an Honorary Captain during a troop formation with Color Guard. The Guard is an all-volunteer state militia unit originally chartered in 1808, and is one of the oldest Cavalry Units in continuous service in the United States.