PROUDLY SERVING THE 18TH DISTRICT
State Senator Heather Somers
Senior Deputy Republican Leader
Heather Somers, elected in 2016, represents Connecticut’s 18th district. She is a Chief Deputy Senate Republican Leader and serves as Ranking Member of the Public Health Committee and the Appropriations Committee. Heather has been recognized as a champion of important initiatives in health care, tourism, mental health, senior housing and elder care. She is also a former councilwoman and mayor in her native Groton.
"Together, we can bridge divides and build a brighter future for all Connecticut families."
I was deeply saddened to hear of Nancy Wyman’s passing.
I had the privilege of being the Republican nominee for Lieutenant Governor in 2014. She was a formidable opponent, but what I remember most was how gracious, kind, and genuinely wonderful she was throughout the campaign. She always treated me with respect, even as we competed against one another. We would often joke that it was the “high heels” election, and shared a lot of laughs along the way.
Our paths crossed again when I began my first term in the State Senate in 2016, with Nancy presiding over the Senate as Lieutenant Governor. I came to appreciate her grace in a different way as someone who understood the importance of treating our institution with dignity, regardless of party or position.
Nancy was a remarkable public servant and an even more remarkable person. I will always be grateful to have known her and to have experienced firsthand the grace she brought to public life.
My thoughts and deepest condolences are with her family and all who loved her.
Congratulations to the Preston Historical Society on receiving a grant from Preservation Connecticut, through its partnership with The 1772 Foundation, to support restoration work at the historic Long Society Meetinghouse!
It was wonderful to join everyone today for the check presentation and celebrate this investment in an important piece of Preston’s history. These funds will help support essential restoration work and preserve the Meetinghouse for generations to come.
Congratulations to the Preston Historical Society, and thank you to Preservation Connecticut and The 1772 Foundation for supporting historic preservation right here in Preston!