PROUDLY SERVING THE 16TH DISTRICT
State Senator Rob Sampson
Senior Deputy Republican Leader
Rob Sampson, re-elected to a fourth term in 2024, represents Connecticut’s 16th District. He is the Ranking Member on the Government Administration & Elections Committee, the Housing Committee, and the Labor & Public Employees Committee. Rob is widely known as an advocate for America’s core principles, restoring our system of limited, representative, constitutional government, protecting private contracts and defending the natural rights of his constituents.
“I am honored to be chosen by the people of the 16th District as their voice at the State Capitol. I remain committed to defending our American principles of freedom, representation, limited constitutional self-government, and the rule of law. I believe that with hard work and our collective voices, Connecticut can become a safer and more affordable state with a bright future for all. As always, I will put in the hard work to make it happen.”
LATEST COLUMN
'Citizens or Subjects? This Is What One-Party Rule Looks Like' (June 2026)
Connecticut’s 2026 legislative session was a “short session,” beginning in January and ending in early May. But there was nothing small about what happened.
It was an honor to attend today’s America 250 celebrations in both Wolcott and Southington!
As we prepare to celebrate 250 years of American independence, it’s a reminder that the freedoms we enjoy today were earned through courage, sacrifice, and an unwavering commitment to liberty.
Thank you to everyone who helped organize these outstanding events and to all who came out to celebrate our nation’s remarkable history. Here’s to preserving the American experiment for generations to come. 🇺🇸
I recently joined Dan Newmyer on CT Politics TV for a wide-ranging conversation about the 2026 legislative session, the future of Connecticut, and why I continue to fight every day against one-party rule in Hartford.
Connecticut can be rebuilt, but not by the same people and the same policies that made our state too expensive, too overregulated, and too hostile to families, taxpayers, job creators, and freedom.
That is why I read the bills, ask the tough questions, expose the bad ideas, and stand up when it would be easier to stay quiet.
I am proud to be a strong check against the Democrat majority and a proven voice for common sense, parental rights, public safety, local control, honest elections, lower taxes, and individual liberty.
America is still exceptional. Connecticut can be exceptional again too, but only if we have the courage to fight for it.
Watch the full interview below.
One of my favorite events every year is celebrating Flag Day with the students at Wakelee School in Wolcott! 🇺🇸
The incredible presentations, patriotic songs, and genuine appreciation these students show for our country never fail to inspire me.
Events like this recharge my patriotism and remind me why preserving the values that make America exceptional is so important.
Thank you to the students, teachers, and staff for putting together another outstanding program.