


Heather Somers, elected in 2016, represents Connecticut’s 18th district. She is a Chief Deputy Senate Republican Leader and serves as Ranking Member of the Public Health Committee and the Appropriations Committee. Heather has been recognized as a champion of important initiatives in health care, tourism, mental health, senior housing and elder care. She is also a former councilwoman and mayor in her native Groton.
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12/11/2025
Sen. Heather Somers, Sen. Jeff Gordon, and Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding the new state policy that seeks to make it easier for licensed nurses from other jurisdictions to practice in Connecticut. “This has been a Republican priority for more than a decade. We have worked in bipartisan fashion to make Connecticut ... Heather Somers
12/04/2025
Sen. Stephen Harding, Sen. Heather Somers, Sen. Rob Sampson, and Sen. Jeff Gordon issued the following statement regarding an audit of the state’s Office of Health Strategy. (https://wp.cga.ct.gov/apa/wp-content/cgacustom/reports/Health%20Strategy,%20Office%20of_20251204_FY2022,2023.pdf) “Sloppy recordkeeping. More examples of government purchasing card irregularities using taxpayer money. Missing documents. A lack of evaluations concerning more than $23 million in state contracts. OHS ... Heather Somers
11/19/2025
Several Republican State Senators today issued the following statement after state utility regulators voted to deny the proposed acquisition of Aquarion Water Company by the Regional Water Authority. “We thank PURA for voting down this atrocious deal which would have caused a tsunami of unending water rate spikes in cities and towns across Connecticut. Yesterday, ... Heather Somers
11/19/2025
For Immediate Release CT GOP Senators Thank PURA for Preventing “Tsunami” of Water Rate Hikes Several Republican State Senators today issued the following statement after state utility regulators voted to deny the proposed acquisition of Aquarion Water Company by the Regional Water Authority. “We thank PURA for voting down this atrocious deal which would ... Heather Somers
11/18/2025
(Watch the Press Conference here.) In advance of a Wednesday vote by state utility regulators, Senate Republican lawmakers and a bipartisan group of mayors and community advocates on Tuesday continued to cite multiple concerns surrounding the proposed acquisition of Aquarion Water Company by the Regional Water Authority. The deal, which Attorney General William Tong has ... Heather Somers
11/14/2025
CT Senate Republicans · CT Water Rates are Spiking…and Why are Dems Protecting People Who are Here Illegally Who Have Committed Crimes? Sen. Somers Updates Talk of CT
11/14/2025
CT Senate Republicans · CT Democrats just voted to override local zoning? Sen. Somers updates Talk of CT.
11/07/2025
Sen. Ryan Fazio, Sen. Rob Sampson, Sen. Heather Somers, and Sen. Jeff Gordon today issued the following statement regarding the State of New York’s approval of a key water-quality permit for a proposed natural-gas pipeline off the New York City coast. (https://dec.ny.gov/news/press-releases/2025/11/dec-statement-on-water-quality-certification-for-proposed-northeast-supply-enhancement-pipeline-project) “By issuing this key permit, New York is taking action to lower future ... Heather Somers
11/06/2025
Sen. Stephen Harding, Sen. Henri Martin, Sen. Heather Somers and Sen. Rob Sampson issued the following statement regarding a state auditors’ report which reveals more purchasing card (P-Card) noncompliance instances in the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities (CSCU) system. “Haven’t we read about this government P-card misuse before? Unfortunately, yes, we have. This latest audit ... Heather Somers
Change can be stressful especially for animals. Day 1 in our new house and Finn was not happy- Second night of a pillow bed on the floor with the sweetest big guy. He is the best blanket but does take up the entire bed. Feeling too old to sleep on the floor but it’s worth not having him cry all night! ... See MoreSee Less


🎄 I spent the evening in Griswold celebrity bartending at The Canteen at VFW Post 10004 Jewett City, CT, it was so much fun!! Thank you to everyone who stopped by to support the event. Every dollar raised goes toward supporting our veterans, and I’m grateful to the VFW and all who made the night such a success. ... See MoreSee Less


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It was an honor to join Matt’s Mission to recognize the important work they have done over the last ten years. They took a tragedy and turned it into a lasting legacy of hope for individuals and families affected by substance use disorders. Their dedication to expanding access to support, reducing stigma, and strengthening community-based resources has made a significant difference for hundreds of families across eastern Connecticut.
Thank you to the entire Matt’s Mission team for your compassion and commitment. I look forward to continuing to support Matt’s legacy through my work on the Public Health Committee.
Thank you as well to Griswold PRIDE and the wonderful Town of Griswold for all that you do.
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