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."
CT Wartime Service Medal Ceremony
Photos from Sen. Somers’s CT Wartime Service Medal Ceremony are now available to view. We’re honored to help capture and preserve these special moments recognizing Connecticut’s wartime veterans and their service.
One of the most rewarding parts of serving as your State Senator is recognizing the small businesses that make our communities special.
Throughout the district, I’ve had the opportunity to visit local businesses, meet the people behind them, celebrate their milestones, and present General Assembly citations recognizing their hard work and contributions.
These businesses are more than storefronts. They represent years of dedication, family traditions, local jobs, and investments in our communities. Their stories deserve to be recognized and celebrated.
I’m proud to shine a light on the people who make our district what it is, and I look forward to recognizing many more!
I was grateful to join the Bond family and Avalonia Land Conservancy for the dedication of the Lou and Gladys Bond Preserve.
This beautiful place will carry Lou and Gladys’ names forward, giving future generations a place to walk, explore, and enjoy nature. What a special legacy to leave for our community.
Thank you to the Bond family, Avalonia, the USDA, and everyone who helped protect this land for generations to come. 💚
Such a wonderful evening with friends supporting Hope in Focus at Dinner in the Dark! Sharing a meal while blindfolded was quite an experience, and I was so glad to be part of an evening dedicated to helping individuals and families affected by rare inherited retinal diseases that cause blindness.
Thank you to everyone at Hope in Focus for the care you put into this event and the work you do all year to support families and fund research. It was lovely to see so many people come together for a cause that means so much. ❤️