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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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09/13/2025
“Exhibit A”: CT Senate GOP Statement on 2X Deported NH Dog Park Sex Assault Suspect
Sen. Stephen Harding, Sen. Henri Martin, Sen. Paul Cicarella, Sen. Heather Somers, Sen. Rob Sampson, Sen. Ryan Fazio, Sen. Jason Perillo, Sen. Jeff Gordon, and Sen. Eric Berthel today issued the following statement regarding the revelation that the suspect in a sex assault of a jogger at a New Haven dog park is an illegal ... Home
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09/12/2025
“A Full Blown Affordability Crisis in CT.” Sen. Harding on New Survey Results
For Immediate Release Sen. Stephen Harding today issued the following statement regarding a new survey which reveals that more than half of Connecticut parents struggle to afford basic needs. (https://www.ctinsider.com/connecticut/article/ct-affordability-family-child-care-health-struggle-21040583.php) “Here is further evidence that under one party Democrat rule, Connecticut continues to get more and more unaffordable for hard working families. This survey found ... Home
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09/12/2025
CT Senate GOP Statement Regarding Kirk Assassination Suspect in Custody
For Immediate Release On behalf of the Connecticut Senate Republican Caucus, Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding the announcement that the suspect in the assassination of Charlie Kirk is in custody. “Thank you to federal, state and local law enforcement for working night and day to apprehend the suspect. As justice is pursued to ... Home
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09/11/2025
Statement from Senator Tony Hwang on the Tragic Passing of Charlie Kirk in University Campus Shooting
“I am deeply saddened by the tragic passing of Charlie Kirk. My thoughts and prayers are with his wife, children, and all those affected by this senseless act of violence. Charlie was not only a passionate political voice but also a devoted husband and father, loving son, and a tireless advocate for the rights of ... Home
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09/10/2025
CT Senate GOP Statement on Shooting of Charlie Kirk
For Immediate Release On behalf of the Connecticut Senate Republican Caucus, Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding the shooting of Charlie Kirk: “This was a sick, disgusting, cowardly act of evil. We condemn any and all political violence. We pray for Charlie Kirk’s survival and our thoughts are with his family.”
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09/10/2025
“Out Of Touch”: CT Senate GOP Statement Regarding Dem Lawmaker’s “Burden” Comment
On behalf of the Connecticut Senate Republican Caucus, Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding controversial remarks made recently by a Democrat state legislator regarding Connecticut residents who choose not to attend college. (Watch: http://ct-n.com/ctnplayer.asp?odID=25219&jump=0:54:44) “What a regrettable, out of touch statement made by Rep. Kavros DeGraw. So according to this leading Democrat lawmaker, ... Home
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09/10/2025
CT Senate GOP Statement on “Concerning” DOT Audit
For Immediate Release Sen. Tony Hwang, Ranking Senator on the Transportation Committee, Sen. Rob Sampson, Ranking Senator on the Government Oversight Committee and Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding the state audit of the Connecticut Department of Transportation. “The findings, which DOT agrees with, highlight several areas where taxpayers’ dollars can be better safeguarded. Particularly ... Home
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09/09/2025
Latest Column | What CT Needs in a Governor–and From Republicans (September 2025)
Politics isn’t just about party labels. It’s about ideas—and whether those ideas make life better or worse for the people who live under them. This column is aimed especially at my fellow Republicans, because we need to be clear-eyed about the challenge ahead. But the truth applies to everyone who’s tired of the direction Connecticut ... Home
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09/08/2025
State Senator Tony Hwang Calls on CT Siting Council to Dismiss 516R Straw Approval and Require New UI Application Under Public Act 24-144
FAIRFIELD, CT — State Senator Tony Hwang (R–Fairfield) today urged the Connecticut Siting Council (CSC) to reconsider and dismiss its recent straw-vote approval under Docket 516R and require United Illuminating (UI) to submit a new application that complies fully with the transparency and due-process standards of Public Act 24-144. “This isn’t anti-infrastructure—it’s pro-process, pro-community, and ... Home
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