
State Senator Stephen Harding

State Senator Stephen Harding
Senate Minority Leader
Stephen Harding, named Senate Minority Leader in 2024, represents Connecticut’s 30th Senate District. He was first elected to the Senate in 2022 after serving four terms in the 107th House District. A lawyer and Brookfield resident for nearly 30 years, Senator Harding has been involved with local boards and is a coach for youth sports. He serves as Ranking Member of the Environment Committee and Legislative Management Committee. He is also a member on the Education, Finance, and Judiciary Committees.
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07/10/2025
CT Senate GOP Statement on Injured CT State Troopers
On behalf of the Senate Republican Caucus, Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding two state troopers who sustained serious but non-life-threatening injuries after they were hit by a vehicle on Interstate 91 in Enfield after responding to a crash on Thursday morning. “We pray for these troopers and for their swift recovery. Our ... Stephen Harding
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07/10/2025
CT Senate GOP Statement on CNBC Biz Rankings of States
Sen. Henri Martin, Sen. Ryan Fazio, Sen. Rob Sampson and Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding Connecticut’s scores in CNBC’s rank America’s Top States for Business (https://www.cnbc.com/2025/07/10/americas-top-states-for-business.html), which annually ranks all 50 states on 135 metrics in 10 broad categories of competitiveness. “Connecticut ranks below average in cost of doing business. That is ... Stephen Harding
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07/09/2025
GOP, contractors raise alarm over extension of prevailing wage to offsite fabrication for public works projects
By David Krechevsky Hartford Business Journal July 9, 2025 A group of senate Republicans has sent a letter to a state official raising concerns about a requirement included in the state budget that extends Connecticut’s prevailing wage law to offsite custom fabrication for public works projects. The letter, dated July 8, was sent electronically by ... Stephen Harding
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07/03/2025
The herbicide spraying in CT waterways is raising health, safety and transparency questions and concerns. Sen. Harding updates WTIC 1080.
CT Senate Republicans · The herbicide spraying in CT waterways is raising health, safety and transparency questions and concerns. Sen. Harding updates WTIC 1080.
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07/02/2025
CT Senate GOP Statement on UPenn Resolution Agreement
Sen. Heather Somers, Sen. Rob Sampson, Sen. Henri Martin, and Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding the University of Pennsylvania agreeing to remove any records, titles or recognitions “misappropriated by male athletes allowed to compete in female categories” and agreeing to send personalized apology letters to affected female swimmers. (http://www.ed.gov/about/news/speech/secretary-mcmahon-remarks-upenn-resolution-agreement) “We celebrate the ... Stephen Harding
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07/02/2025
Waterbury DCF Case: CT Senate GOP Wants Update on Investigation
Tuesday, July 8 will be the next court appearance for the Waterbury stepmother accused of imprisoning and torturing her stepson for over two decades, and Senate Republican lawmakers are asking the Connecticut Department of Children and Families to provide an update on its investigation. Sen. Jason Perillo, Ranking Senator on the Committee on Children, and ... Stephen Harding
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07/01/2025
“Wait a second.” CT Senate GOP Statement on Gov’s “Oil-Based Furnaces” & PURA Comments
Sen. Rob Sampson, Ranking Senator on the Government Oversight Committee, and Sen. Stephen Harding, Ranking Senator on the Environment Committee issued the following statement in reaction to Gov. Lamont today saying he wants to “get rid of the oil-based furnaces” and that PURA Chair Marissa Gillett needs to be “very transparent on what happened with ... Stephen Harding
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07/01/2025
“Wow.” CT Senate GOP Statement on Gov. Lamont’s PURA Chair Reappointment
Sen. Jeff Gordon, Sen. Rob Sampson and Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement: “Through the media, Gov. Lamont on June 30 advised PURA Chair Marissa Gillett to ‘stop talking to the press’. Wow. That’s quite a message to a top public official. Gov. Lamont also on June 30 admitted to not having spoken to ... Stephen Harding
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06/30/2025
Sens. Martin & Harding: Former Paier College Compliance Issues Demand Accountability
Sen. Henri Martin, Ranking Senator on the Higher Education and Employment Advancement Committee, and Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding former Paier College being out of compliance with state rules after its closure in early May. (Related story: https://www.ctinsider.com/news/article/paier-college-closure-website-20397466.php) “It’s highly concerning. So former Paier students are now left high and dry? How ... Stephen Harding
🚧CTDOT ALERT: Starting July 10, Laurel Hill Road in Torrington will be closed for the metallizing of Route 8 bridges. Detours will be in place through September 8. Drivers, please follow posted signs and use caution in the area. ... See MoreSee Less

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🚧 Over $1.6 Million in state funding for bridge replacements in New Milford and Sharon!
I’m proud to announce that state funding has been secured to support the replacement of critical bridges on Walker Brook Road in New Milford and Kirk Road in Sharon through the Connecticut Department of Transportation’s State Local Bridge Program.
These infrastructure improvements are essential to keeping our communities safe, connected, and moving forward. I’ll continue working to secure investments that protect public safety and strengthen our towns.
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The Fourth of July is a time to reflect on the strength, resilience, and freedoms that define our great nation. As we gather with family, friends, and neighbors, let’s take a moment to honor the generations of Americans who have sacrificed to protect the liberties we hold dear. Wishing you all a safe and Happy Fourth of July!🇺🇸 ... See MoreSee Less
