State Senator Eric Berthel
State Senator Eric Berthel
Chief Deputy Republican Leader
Eric Berthel was elected to his fifth term representing the 32nd Senate District in 2024. He is the Republican Ranking Member on the legislature’s Banking, Education, and Executive & Legislative Nominations Committees. He is also a co-chair of the Legislative Internship Committee and serves on the Appropriations Committee and the legislature’s newly formed Select Committee on Special Education.
Eric is extensively committed to public school education and ensuring that we are always doing what is in the best interest of the children of Connecticut. He has also been recognized for his pro-business/small business advocacy and his support of important initiatives in health care, banking, and law enforcement.
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Pre-Session Legislative Update
On President Abraham Lincoln’s birthday, we reflect on his lasting legacy: preserving the Union of our nation and ending slavery.
His leadership during one of America’s darkest chapters reminds us of the importance of unity as one nation, despite those who sought to divide and defy the laws of our constitutional republic. 🇺🇸
Affordability in CT is a daily struggle for families, small businesses, and seniors.
For years, my Senate Republican colleagues and I have warned about rising car taxes, soaring electric bills, and crushing income taxes. People are frustrated and rightfully so.
I’m joining Senate Republicans to offer a real plan that delivers permanent relief and puts money back in your pocket.
📉 Eliminate the Car Tax for Working Families
-100% refundable credit for most filers
-No loss of revenue to towns
-Keeps the existing $300 property tax credit
💵 $1 Billion Income Tax Cut
-Up to 40% reduction for many working families
-Eliminate income tax for lower-income earners
-Up to $1,600 in relief for joint filers
⚡ Lower Energy Costs
- Remove Public Benefits charges from electric bills
-Cap costly power purchase agreements
-Require legislative approval before PURA imposes new ratepayer impacts
And more including a property tax levy cap, reducing the Paid Family Leave payroll tax, eliminating burdensome occupational license fees, and expanding health plan options.
Read more: www.ctsenaterepublicans.com/2026/02/sen-berthel-ct-senate-gop-unveil-bold-plan-to-permanently-red...
Affordability in CT is a daily struggle for families, small businesses, and seniors.
For years, my Senate Republican colleagues and I have warned about rising car taxes, soaring electric bills, and crushing income taxes. People are frustrated and rightfully so.
I’m joining Senate Republicans to offer a real plan that delivers permanent relief and puts money back in your pocket.
📉 Eliminate the Car Tax for Working Families
-100% refundable credit for most filers
-No loss of revenue to towns
-Keeps the existing $300 property tax credit
💵 $1 Billion Income Tax Cut
-Up to 40% reduction for many working families
-Eliminate income tax for lower-income earners
-Up to $1,600 in relief for joint filers
⚡ Lower Energy Costs
- Remove Public Benefits charges from electric bills
-Cap costly power purchase agreements
-Require legislative approval before PURA imposes new ratepayer impacts
And more including a property tax levy cap, reducing the Paid Family Leave payroll tax, eliminating burdensome occupational license fees, and expanding health plan options.
Read more: www.ctsenaterepublicans.com/2026/02/sen-berthel-ct-senate-gop-unveil-bold-plan-to-permanently-red...