
Welcome to the Connecticut Senate Republican Office!
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
LEARN MORELatest News
Stay up-to-date on the latest news and developments from the Senate Republican Caucus.
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04/30/2026
“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
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04/30/2026
“Alarming”: CT Senate GOP Statement on OCA Criticism of DCF After Tragedy
For Immediate Release On behalf of the Senate Republican Caucus, Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding the Connecticut Office of the Child Advocate’s criticism of the state Department of Children and Families after a child in DCF care died by suicide one hour after DCF visited the family. “Absolutely tragic. Awful, alarming and preventable. ... Home
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04/27/2026
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.
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04/26/2026
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.”
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04/25/2026
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
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04/24/2026
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
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04/24/2026
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
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04/23/2026
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
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You have the RIGHT to make decisions that are best for you and your family without government interference! CT Senate Republicans stood with homeschooling, parochial, and private school advocates and families again today in strong opposition to H.B. 5468.
Our senators will keep fighting for your rights and against government overreach when this bill hits the Senate floor in the final days of the legislative session!
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Students pursuing higher education deserve affordable tuition, not costs driven up by excessive administrative salaries. CT Democrats voted yesterday to continue making Connecticut and our colleges more unaffordable. ... See MoreSee Less
Today, we had the honor of welcoming Connecticut's Kid Governor, Tessa Hallinan, to the State Senate. The North Haven fifth grader’s platform includes championing inclusion for students with disabilities, and her Cabinet is right there with her, taking on issues like cyberbullying, racism, and mental health. These future leaders of our state are making a difference, and we can’t wait to see all that they will continue to accomplish! ... See MoreSee Less





