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State Senator Henri Martin

Senate Republican Leader Pro Tempore

Henri Martin, elected to his 6th term in 2024, represents Connecticut’s 31st District. He serves as the Ranking Member on the Commerce Committee, the Higher Education Committee and the Committee on Children. Henri is a longtime small business owner in Bristol and has previously served that town as councilman and Acting Mayor.

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"Together, we will forge a Connecticut where every voice is heard and every dream is possible. Let's build a brighter future, ensuring that our state is a nurturing home where all can thrive and flourish."

– Senator Henri Martin

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04/07/2025

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Sen. Heather Somers, Sen. Paul Cicarella, Sen. Henri Martin and Sen. Stephen Harding today issued the following statement regarding an Apr. 4 state’s Psychiatric Security Review Board hearing which revealed how a current Whiting Forensic patient who was acquitted in the 2015 murder of girlfriend Delma Murphy by reason of insanity changed his legal last ... Henri Martin

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03/25/2025

“Excellent news.” CT Senate GOP Statement on Aerospace Biz Expansion

Sen. Henri Martin, Ranking Senator on the Commerce Committee, Sen. Jeff Gordon, Ranking Senator on the Veterans’ and Military Affairs Committee, and Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding Rocky Hill-based MTU Aero Engines North America expanding in CT and having a hiring push. (https://www.courant.com/2025/03/24/ct-company-in-commercial-and-military-aircraft-business-expanding-operation-and-hiring/) “It’s excellent news. We commend the nonprofit AdvanceCT and ... Henri Martin

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03/25/2025

“The legislature is not a feeding trough.” CT Senate GOP on CSCU Cash Stash

Sen. Heather Somers, Sen. Henri Martin, and Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding CSCU amassing more than $600 million, almost 52% of its nearly $1.2 billion operating budget. (https://ctmirror.org/2025/03/25/ct-colleges-universities-cash-reserves/) “The legislature is not a feeding trough. These are hard earned taxpayer dollars that are going to support our university system to educate students. ... Henri Martin

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03/25/2025

CT Nursing Home Operator Investigation; CT Senate GOP: “Raises Many Questions”

Sen. Henri Martin, Sen. Heather Somers, Sen. Jason Perillo and Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding a nursing home operator in CT accused of not paying back vendors, workers and even patients’ families. (https://www.wfsb.com/2025/03/24/i-team-athena-health-care-systems-accused-not-paying-back-millions-vendors-families/) “The I-Team story raises many questions. Chief among them: How many other refunds are still unpaid? Are state government ... Henri Martin

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03/20/2025

Sens. Somers & Martin Statement on State Pier Errors

Sen. Heather Somers and Sen. Henri Martin today issued the following statement regarding a contractor wanting $35 million to close out the State Pier project. A wall where ships dock was built at the wrong angle and could lead to ships and the wall being damaged. (https://ctnewsjunkie.com/2025/03/19/state-pier-contractor-wants-35-million-to-close-out-project/) “Does anyone remember when this was ‘merely’ a ... Henri Martin

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03/17/2025

In Plainville Thursday: Sen. Martin Hosts “Pizza and CT Policy”

PLAINVILLE – Sen. Henri Martin will host a “Pizza and CT Policy” event on Thursday, March 20, at West Main Pizza, 97 E. Main St. The event runs from 6 pm to 7:30 pm and is open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to bring their electric bills and will receive an update from Sen. ... Henri Martin

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03/11/2025

Tuesday 3/18 in Bristol: “Pizza and State Policy”

Bristol state lawmakers will host a “Pizza and State Policy” event from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Mar. 18 at Max Pizza 1, 108 Stafford Ave. Sen. Henri Martin, Rep. Cara Pavalock-D’Amato, and Rep. Joe Hohxa will provide an update on the 2025 legislative session. The event is open to the public.

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03/07/2025

Sen. Martin Statement on “Disappointing” Reworld Permitting Decision

Sen. Henri Martin issued the following statement regarding the CT Department of Energy and Environmental Protection’s (DEEP) Proposed Final Decision permitting Reworld medical waste burning. “Very disappointing. I had written to DEEP urging the agency to hold off on issuing a permit while legislation is pending on the subject. This proposed legislation seeks to accomplish a ... Henri Martin

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03/07/2025

CT Senate GOP Statement on Bill 1226: “Would throw public accountability & transparency in the trash.”

Sen. Rob Sampson, Sen. Henri Martin and Sen. Stephen Harding today issued the following statement regarding Bill 1226, which aims to exempt from public disclosure all records arising out of teaching and research (with the exception of budgets) at CT public colleges and universities. “Republicans vehemently oppose this bill. We have all clearly seen the ... Henri Martin

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