State Senator Julie Kushner has announced she is seeking reelection.  The freshman lawmaker is running for a second term representing the 24th District, which includes Bethel, Danbury, New Fairfield and Sherman.  Her goals for a new term include lowering the cost of health care and prescription drugs, improving public education and protecting the environment.  Kushner serves as Senate Chair of the Labor and Public Employees Committee, Vice Chair of the Environment Committee, and is a member of the Appropriations, Education, Housing, and Executive & Legislative Nominations committees.