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Our mission is to promote conservative values, strengthen communities, and build a better future for all. Leading through a lens of intention and compassion, we advocate for policies that drive economic growth, protect individual freedoms, and ensure a government that serves the people.
Meet Our State Senators
Our State Senators are dedicated leaders, each bringing their unique expertise to advance common sense policies, strengthen our communities, and build a brighter future for Connecticut.
View AllState Senator Stephen Harding
Senate Minority Leader
Represents: Bethlehem, Brookfield, Canaan, Cornwall, Goshen, Kent, Litchfield, Morris, New Fairfield, New Milford, North Canaan, Salisbury, Sharon, Sherman, Torrington, Warren, Washington, and Winchester
LEARN MOREState Senator Henri Martin
Senate Republican Leader Pro Tempore
Represents: Bristol, Harwinton, Plainville, Plymouth, and Thomaston
LEARN MOREState Senator Rob Sampson
Senior Deputy Republican Leader
Represents: Cheshire, Prospect, Southington, Wolcott, and Waterbury
LEARN MOREState Senator Heather Somers
Senior Deputy Republican Leader
Represents: Griswold, Groton, North Stonington, Plainfield, Preston, Sterling, Stonington, and Voluntown
LEARN MOREState Senator Paul Cicarella
Senior Deputy Republican Leader
Represents: Durham, East Haven, North Haven, Wallingford, and Northford
LEARN MOREState Senator Eric Berthel
Chief Deputy Republican Leader
Represents: Bethel, Bethlehem, Bridgewater, Brookfield, Middlebury, Oxford, Roxbury, Seymour, Southbury, Washington, Watertown, and Woodbury
LEARN MOREState Senator Tony Hwang
Chief Deputy Republican Leader
Represents: Bethel, Easton, Fairfield, and Newtown
LEARN MOREState Senator John A. Kissel
Chief Deputy Republican Leader
Represents: East Granby, Ellington, Enfield, Granby, Somers, Suffield, Windsor, and Windsor Locks
LEARN MOREState Senator Jeff Gordon
Republican Whip
Represents: Ashford, Chaplin, Coventry, Eastford, Ellington, Hampton, Stafford, Thompson, Tolland, Union, Vernon, Willington, and Woodstock
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04/24/2025
Senator Tony Hwang Votes NO on SB 1246, Opposes Tax Hikes and Dubious Fiscal Maneuvering in State Revenue Package
HARTFORD, CT — State Senator Tony Hwang (R–Fairfield) last night voted NO on Senate Bill 1246 with substitute language from the Democratic legislative majority, voicing strong opposition to the controversial tax-and-revenue package that includes a capital gains surcharge, significant off-budget spending, and a troubling departure from Connecticut’s hard-won fiscal discipline. “This bill raises taxes, breaks ... Home
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04/23/2025
Sen. Somers & Sen. Harding Statement on Democrats’ Appropriations Budget Bill
Sen. Heather Somers, Ranking Senator on the Appropriations Committee, and Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding the Democrats’ Appropriations Committee budget bill. “Majority Democrat legislators at the State Capitol want to raise your taxes. That’s their message to Connecticut. They think you don’t pay enough in taxes. Gov. Lamont notes how this budget ... Home
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04/23/2025
“Priorities”: Senate GOP Statement on Special Ed $$ Appropriations Vote
Sen. Heather Somers, Sen. Jeff Gordon and Sen. Stephen Harding today issued the following statement regarding their vote in the Appropriations Committee to double the state grant for special education while offsetting those new funds with a corresponding reduction for higher education. “Budgets are about priorities. Senate Republicans support more funding – full funding – ... Home
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04/22/2025
Senator Tony Hwang Applauds $8,000 Grants for Cemetery Maintenance in Easton and Bethel
HARTFORD, CT — Senator Tony Hwang (R—Fairfield) applauds Governor Ned Lamont’s announcement that the state of Connecticut will be granting $8,000 each to the municipalities of Easton and Bethel for the maintenance and restoration of neglected cemeteries in these communities. The grants, totaling $8,000 for each town, are being awarded under the Neglected Cemetery Account ... Home
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04/22/2025
Senator Tony Hwang Applauds $1 Million for Easton Public Library Expansion and Renovations
. (Watch Press Conference Here) EASTON, CT – Senator Tony Hwang (R–Fairfield) hosted a press conference to applaud the authorization of $1 million in state bond funding for the long-awaited expansion and renovation of the Easton Public Library. This critical investment highlights the vital role libraries play as hubs of learning, community engagement, and civic ... Home
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04/15/2025
Sens. Berthel & Perillo Stand Up for Utility Customers, Protest the Reappointment of PURA Chair Gillett
HARTFORD – State Sen. Eric Berthel (R-Watertown), ranking member of the Executive & Legislative Nominations Committee, and State Sen. Jason Perillo (R-Shelton) today stood in solidarity with the valley region’s struggling electric utility customers by joining Senate Republicans in walking out of the Senate chamber during a vote on a resolution to reappoint Public Utilities ... Home
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04/15/2025
Senator Heather Somers Statement Regarding Walk Out on Vote for Commissioner Marissa Gillett
HARTFORD, CT—Senator Heather Somers (R—Groton) released the following statement regarding today’s Senate Session, and boycott of the vote for PURA Commissioner Marissa Gillett’s re-nomination: “Today, I chose to walk out with my Senate Republican colleagues rather than cast a vote on the re-nomination of Marissa Gillett. At a time when we should be voting for ... Home
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04/15/2025
Senator Tony Hwang Highlights the Dangers of Distracted Driving at State Police Troop G Barracks
(Watch Press Conference Here) BRIDGEPORT, CT – State Senator Tony Hwang (R-Fairfield), as Republican leader of the CT General Assembly’s Transportation committee, hosted an informational briefing at State Police Troop G Barracks in Bridgeport to raise awareness about the escalating dangers of distracted driving. Distracted driving has become a leading cause of car crashes in the ... Home
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04/14/2025
Sen. Ryan Fazio Advocates for Enhanced Pension Management and Accountability
HARTFORD, CONNECTICUT – State Senator Ryan Fazio (R-Greenwich) today speaks out in support of S.B. 1557, an act aimed at improving the management of Connecticut’s state pension assets. The proposed legislation will establish a Board of Directors that will share fiduciary responsibility among its members while keeping the state treasurer in the role of chairman ... Home
FEATURED STORY
CT Senate GOP Pushes for Tax Relief
Senate Republican lawmakers recently rolled out sweeping tax relief proposals that aim to lower costs for middle class families and job creators. View our proposal for a more affordable Connecticut here: https://www.ctsenaterepublicans.com/2025/02/watch-ct-senate-gop-pushes-for-tax-relief/.
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💡🔌A great first stop on the “Cost-of-Living Crisis: Common Sense Solutions” tour in New Canaan! Over 100 people attended and shared their thoughts about the affordability issue facing our state. Next stop Stratford on May 5th! ... See MoreSee Less
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“Enough is enough.” State Senator Ryan Fazio speaks out in opposition to Senate Democrats’ $700 million tax increase proposal. ... See MoreSee Less
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🚨‼️POSTPONED: Tonight's "Cost-of-Living Crisis: Common Sense Solutions" tour event in Stratford has been postponed until May 5th at 7:00 p.m. We look forward to seeing you then! ... See MoreSee Less