Latest Column | ‘As America Turns 250, Connecticut Families Are Being Left Behind’ (May 2026)

By State Sen. Rob Sampson As we approach the 250th anniversary as a nation, it should be a time to reflect on what has made America the greatest country in the world. For nearly two and a half centuries, America has stood as a beacon of freedom, opportunity, and self-government. Our system works because power ... Home

“Tsunami” Alert: Sen. Harding on PURA’s Denial of Petition for Reconsideration of Aquarion Sale

Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding PURA’s denial of the state Office of the Consumer Counsel and Office of Attorney General joint petition urging reconsideration of the Aquarion sale. “Think Connecticut is already unaffordable? Hold on tight to your wallets. A reconsideration could have given Aquarion customers a reprieve from a tsunami of ... Home

Really? In Less Than a Year, 2 CT University Chancellors Have Stepped Down? Sen. Martin Updates the Talk of CT’s Gary Byron on the Questions Being Raised.

CT Senate Republicans · Really? In less than a year, 2 CT University Chancellors have stepped down? Sen. Martin updates the Talk of CT’s Gary Byron on the questions being raised.

Sen. Harding Statement on White House Correspondents’ Dinner Shooting

Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding the White House correspondents’ dinner shooting: “Scary. Shocking. We thank the security, the police and the National Guard for their work. We are thankful for the free press, and for all the people who keep our country safe.”

Senator Dr. Gordon Cites Serious Constitutional Concerns about the ‘Vaccine Bill’ While Continuing to Support Public Health

HARTFORD, CT – State Senator Doctor Jeff Gordon voted in opposition to H.B. 5044, An Act Establishing Vaccine Standards, emphasizing the need to carefully balance public health priorities and constitutionally protected rights, individual freedoms, and religious beliefs. The decision follows extensive public input and consideration of both medical and legal concerns surrounding the legislation. As ... Home

What Exactly Does Terrence Cheng do to Earn $442,000 a Year? Sen. Harding Updates Melissa from WICC.

Sen. Sampson Slams Passage of H.B. 5044 as an “Anti-Freedom” Expansion of Government Power

Hartford — State Sen. Rob Sampson (R-16) released the following statement following today’s passage of H.B. 5044: An Act Establishing Connecticut Vaccine Standards: “On March 11, the Legislative Office Building was filled with residents from across Connecticut standing up for their fundamental rights. Hallways were packed, hearing rooms were overflowing, and people made it clear ... Home

Sen. Cicarella Responds to Passage of H.B. 5044

Hartford — State Sen. Paul Cicarella (R-34) released the following statement following April 23 passage of H.B. 5044: An Act Establishing Connecticut Vaccine Standards: “On March 11, the Legislative Office Building was packed with residents from across Connecticut who came to speak out on this proposal. People waited for hours, many all day, just for ... Home

Op-ed | ‘The Danger and Real Cost of Online Sports Gambling in CT’ (April 2026)

As published by Hearst CT: At the time, I acknowledged those arguments. I also recognized the important partnership our state has with our tribal nations, whose contributions to our economy and communities are significant and worthy of respect. But I opposed the expansion of online and sports betting for a different reason: the societal cost. ... Home