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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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02/06/2026
On Super Bowl Weekend, CT Senate GOP Highlights State-Fed Collaboration to Protect Consumers
Sen. Paul Cicarella and Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding the arrests of two Glastonbury men accused of using roughly 3,000 stolen identities to open bank accounts and commit widespread fraud. (https://portal.ct.gov/dcp/news-releases-from-the-department-of-consumer-protection/2026-news-releases/dcp-gaming-investigation-leads-to-federal-grand-jury-indictment) “On Super Bowl weekend, many online bets will be placed. People need to have confidence in the system. This effective collaboration ... Home
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02/06/2026
Sen. Gordon Stands up for Taxpayers and Government Transparency during Senate Debate on Opening Day
HARTFORD, CT — State Senator Jeff Gordon (R–Woodstock) stood strong for the taxpayers of the 35th District and Connecticut, and for the core democratic principles of government accountability, transparency, and the public’s constitutional right to representation by their elected officials. He strongly stood against government overreach, behind-the-scenes use of taxpayer money, and the concentration of ... Home
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02/06/2026
“Drip, drip, drip.” CT Senate GOP Statement on CVS Health Layoffs
Sen. Tony Hwang, Ranking Senator on the legislature’s Insurance and Real Estate Committee, and Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding CVS Health’s plan to lay off 313 people who report to management at its building in Hartford. “This drip, drip, drip of significant insurance job losses in the ‘Insurance Capital of the World’ ... Home
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02/05/2026
State Senator Tony Hwang Commends CT Siting Council Decision to Uphold Denial of Docket 516R
NEW BRITAIN, CT—State Senator Tony Hwang (R—Fairfield) released the following statement after the Connecticut Siting Council today upheld its denial of Docket 516R at a reconsideration meeting: “Thank you. Thank you to the members and staff of the Connecticut Siting Council for their diligent work and thoughtful consideration, and for arriving at this decision. Today’s ... Home
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02/05/2026
Sen. Gordon Provides Update on Mansfield Train Derailment
HARTFORD, CT – State Senator Jeff Gordon (R-Woodstock) today provided an update on the derailment of 14 train cars carrying liquefied natural gas in Mansfield. “Public safety is one of my top concerns. I have reached out to state agencies, including the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) and to the Department of Emergency ... Home
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02/05/2026
State Sen. Cicarella Called for Safeguards on S.B. 83, Emphasizes Legislative Oversight and Accountability
Hartford —State Sen. Paul Cicarella (R–34) today addressed S.B. 83, An Act Establishing the Federal Cuts Response Fund, stressing the importance of legislative oversight and responsible allocation of state funds. “I did support this legislation during the special session, given the uncertainty at the time and the need to have money available for specific purposes,” ... Home
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02/05/2026
Sen. Rob Sampson Sounds Alarm on S.B. 83 as Democrats Distract with National Politics on Opening Day
HARTFORD —State Sen. Rob Sampson (R–16) today voted no and warned that S.B. 83, An Act Establishing the Federal Cuts Response Fund, represents a major political overreach by Democratic leadership that sidelines the legislature and weakens accountability to taxpayers. “This bill is not about preparing for federal funding cuts,” Sen. Sampson said. “It is about ... Home
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02/05/2026
Statement from State Sen. Sampson on the Corporate Housing Acquisition Task Force Report
Task Force 25-73 Final ReportState Sen. Sampson (R–16) issued the following statement regarding the Corporate Housing Acquisition Task Force Report: “The Corporate Housing Acquisition Task Force Report is not a serious or factual assessment of Connecticut’s housing needs. It is a politically driven document built on propaganda and ‘fair share’ formulas that amount to little ... Home
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02/04/2026
Senator Tony Hwang Supports Federal Cuts Response Fund, Stresses Need for Vigilance and Oversight
HARTFORD, CT— State Senator Tony Hwang (R—Fairfield) today voted in support of legislation establishing the Federal Cuts Response Fund, while emphasizing the importance of close legislative oversight to ensure the funds are used as intended to protect critical services in the event of federal funding cuts. This comes after Senator Hwang supported the original allocation ... Home
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It’s Super Bowl Sunday! 🏈
While the teams battle it out on the field tonight, Senate Republicans are staying focused on our game plan: lowering taxes and electricity bills, tackling corruption, and building a more affordable Connecticut for the people we serve.
Let us know who you predict the next Super Bowl Champions will be in the comments below.
Be safe and enjoy the big game!
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🚨The truth about CT Democrats’ newest slush fund:
❌No hearings.
❌No public input.
❌No transparency.
💸YOUR MONEY.
On Day One of the legislative session, Democrats bypassed the legislative process to give themselves sweeping power to spend your tax dollars however they want!
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Across Connecticut, people are being asked to do more with less every day.
On the opening day of the 2026 Legislative Session, Senate Republicans offered Governor Lamont and CT Democrats an opportunity to return money from their $330 million slush fund to taxpayers - and the response from Senate Democrats was a unanimous “NO.”
Senate Republicans will continue to fight for full government transparency, fiscal responsibility, and to put hard-working Connecticut residents first.
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