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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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05/08/2026
Sen. Cicarella Votes NO on H.B. 5043, Cites Failure to Address Violent Crime
Hartford — State Sen. Paul Cicarella (R–34) released the following statement after voting against H.B. 5043: An Act Concerning Convertible Pistols, Unfinished Frames or Unfinished Lower Receivers, Voluntary Relinquishment of Firearms and Ammunition, and Refundability of Permits for Sale at Retail of Firearms and for Carrying of Pistols and Revolvers: “Session on May 5 continued ... Home
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05/07/2026
Sen. Harding: “Promises made, promises broken”
Sen. Minority Leader Stephen Harding (R-Brookfield) issued the following statement in reaction to Gov. Lamont’s press conference today: “Our absentee governor obviously wasn’t paying attention: Senate Republicans did present a budget alternative which was rejected by the Democratic supermajority. It contained $2 billion in tax cuts for individuals, families and farmers starting in 2027. It ... Home
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05/06/2026
Sen. Hwang Bids Farewell to CT State Senate Following Nearly Two Decades of Public Service; Honored by Bipartisan Colleagues
State Sen. Tony Hwang (R-Fairfield) on Tuesday delivered an emotional farewell address in the State Senate circle as colleagues honored his nearly 20 years of service in the Connecticut General Assembly ahead of the close of the 2026 legislative session on May 6. Sen. Hwang served six years in the House of Representatives before joining ... Home
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05/06/2026
State Senator Jeff Gordon Raises Concern About Impact to Electric Ratepayers’ Bills from New Solar Programs Created by The Legislature
HARTFORD, CT – State Senator Jeff Gordon (R-Woodstock) today raised concerns over H.B. 5340, a bill related to solar power. The proposal would extend three programs currently managed by the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA), the Residential Renewable Energy Solutions (RRES), Non-Residential Renewable Energy Solutions (NRES), and Shared Clean Energy Facilities (SCEF), which are funded through ... Home
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05/06/2026
After an All-Nighter at the CT Capitol, Senate GOP Leader Chose 6-Mile Run Over Sleep
By Dan Haar, Columnist May 6, 2026 The Senate pulled an all-nighter Tuesday night into Wednesday and finished its last bill not long before 8 a.m. A bleary-eyed Harding drove home to Brookfield, stopping off at his law office to drop something off first. Now it was nearly 9 a.m. Most people with jobs on ... Home
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05/06/2026
Sen. Gordon Votes NO on H.B. 5468 to Protect Parental Rights from Government Overreach
HARTFORD, CT – State Senator Jeff Gordon (R-Woodstock) released the following statement regarding the passage of House Bill 5468 on May 4th, 2026, that will affect parents who decide to homeschool their children. “I strongly opposed this bill because it is not about education or child safety, but rather it is a targeted, direct interference ... Home
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05/05/2026
“Weak.” Sen. Harding Statement on CT Jobs Report
Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding today’s release of the March 2026 employment report which revealed that the state gained a mere 100 jobs. “Weak. Paltry. Anemic. Where’s the job growth? Meanwhile, Connecticut Democrats at the State Capitol are hyper-focused on passing anti-cop bills and attacking homeschooling families. The Democrats’ priority isn’t growing ... Home
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05/05/2026
Sen. Cicarella Votes “No” on Homeschool Bill: “Parents Should Not Be Forced to Co-Parent with the Government”
Hartford — State Sen. Paul Cicarella (R–34) released the following statement following passage of legislation H.B. 5468 on May 4 impacting homeschool families in Connecticut: “I strongly opposed this bill because it’s a clear step toward government overreach. Parents, not the state, should be making decisions about their children’s education. For months, we heard directly ... Home
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05/05/2026
Sen. Sampson Blasts Passage of Homeschool Bill: “Parents Are Not Subjects of the State”
Hartford — State Sen. Rob Sampson (R-16) released the following statement following the passage of H.B. 5468 on May 4, legislation impacting homeschool families in Connecticut: “I strongly opposed this bill because it is a direct expansion of government into the lives of families who are doing exactly what they believe is best for their ... Home
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After confirmed cases of absentee ballot fraud in Bridgeport, Democrats continue to vote against measures that would secure our elections, such as requiring voters to show an ID when casting their ballot. CT Republicans will continue to fight for voter ID and more common sense laws to protect your voting rights and ensure fair elections. ... See MoreSee Less
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ICYMI - On the final day of the 2026 Legislative Session, CT Senate Republicans offered a proposal to remove Public Benefits Charges from your electric bills. CT Democrats voted “NO” on saving ratepayers money and making our state more affordable. Senate Republicans won’t stop fighting until the Public Benefits Charges are eliminated! ... See MoreSee Less
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