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Meet Our State Senators
Our State Senators are dedicated leaders, each bringing their unique expertise to advance common sense policies, strengthen our communities, and build a brighter future for Connecticut.
View AllState Senator Stephen Harding
Senate Minority Leader
Represents: Bethlehem, Brookfield, Canaan, Cornwall, Goshen, Kent, Litchfield, Morris, New Fairfield, New Milford, North Canaan, Salisbury, Sharon, Sherman, Torrington, Warren, Washington, and Winchester
LEARN MOREState Senator Henri Martin
Senate Republican Leader Pro Tempore
Represents: Bristol, Harwinton, Plainville, Plymouth, and Thomaston
LEARN MOREState Senator Rob Sampson
Senior Deputy Republican Leader
Represents: Cheshire, Prospect, Southington, Wolcott, and Waterbury
LEARN MOREState Senator Heather Somers
Senior Deputy Republican Leader
Represents: Griswold, Groton, North Stonington, Plainfield, Preston, Sterling, Stonington, and Voluntown
LEARN MOREState Senator Paul Cicarella
Senior Deputy Republican Leader
Represents: Durham, East Haven, North Haven, Wallingford, and Northford
LEARN MOREState Senator Eric Berthel
Chief Deputy Republican Leader
Represents: Bethel, Bethlehem, Bridgewater, Brookfield, Middlebury, Oxford, Roxbury, Seymour, Southbury, Washington, Watertown, and Woodbury
LEARN MOREState Senator Tony Hwang
Chief Deputy Republican Leader
Represents: Bethel, Easton, Fairfield, and Newtown
LEARN MOREState Senator John A. Kissel
Chief Deputy Republican Leader
Represents: East Granby, Ellington, Enfield, Granby, Somers, Suffield, Windsor, and Windsor Locks
LEARN MOREState Senator Jeff Gordon
Republican Whip
Represents: Ashford, Chaplin, Coventry, Eastford, Ellington, Hampton, Stafford, Thompson, Tolland, Union, Vernon, Willington, and Woodstock
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11/19/2025
“It was cloaked in secrecy.” Sen. Hwang Updates WICC on the Aquarion Water Deal’s Lack of Transparency.
CT Senate Republicans · “It was cloaked in secrecy.” Sen. Hwang updates WICC on the Aquarion Water deal’s lack of transparency.
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11/19/2025
CT Senate GOP Statement on Latest Ballot Fraud Arrest in Bridgeport
Sen. Rob Sampson and Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding a newly reelected Bridgeport City Council member who was arrested Tuesday, for the fourth time on charges related to absentee ballot fraud. (https://www.ctpost.com/news/article/bridgeport-council-alfredo-castillo-arrested-again-21196280.php) “Maybe the fourth time’s the charm? How embarrassing. Yes, innocent until proven guilty, but how many times must we watch ... Home
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11/19/2025
Sen. Fazio Applauds PURA for Stopping Deal That Threatened Higher Water Bills
HARTFORD, CT – State Senator Ryan Fazio (R-Greenwich) today applauded the Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) for voting to deny the proposed acquisition of Aquarion Water Company by the Regional Water Authority (RWA). PURA denied this proposal, citing reservations over financial requirements, consumer representation, and structural concerns. “I am glad PURA denied what was, ... Home
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11/19/2025
Sen. Perillo Applauds PURA’s Denial, Claiming a Win for Transparency and Affordability
HARTFORD, CT – State Senator Jason Perillo (R-Shelton) today applauded the Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) for voting to deny the proposed acquisition of Aquarion Water Company by the Regional Water Authority (RWA). This acquisition could have doubled household bills and reduced public oversight of water utility rates and consumer protections. “I want to ... Home
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11/19/2025
Sen. Harding Lauds Northwest Corner CT Land Conservation Groups for Helping to Block Aquarion Sale
For Immediate Release Sen. Harding Lauds Northwest Corner Land Conservation Groups for Helping to Block Aquarion Sale Sen. Stephen Harding, the Ranking Senator on the Environment Committee, is praising local land conservation groups after state utility regulators on Nov. 19 voted to deny the proposed acquisition of Aquarion Water Company by the Regional Water ... Home
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11/19/2025
CT GOP Senators Thank PURA for Preventing “Tsunami” of Water Rate Hikes
Several Republican State Senators today issued the following statement after state utility regulators voted to deny the proposed acquisition of Aquarion Water Company by the Regional Water Authority. “We thank PURA for voting down this atrocious deal which would have caused a tsunami of unending water rate spikes in cities and towns across Connecticut. Yesterday, ... Home
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11/19/2025
Statement from Senator Tony Hwang on PURA’s Decision to Deny the Proposed Sale of Aquarion Water
(View Press Conference Comments) The Public Utilities Regulatory Authority’s decision to deny the proposed sale of Aquarion Water to the Regional Water Authority marks a significant moment for Connecticut residents, local communities, and the future oversight of critical public resources. State Senator Tony Hwang (R—Fairfield), who has been a leading voice urging cautious review of ... Home
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11/19/2025
CT GOP Senators Thank PURA for Preventing “Tsunami” of Water Rate Hikes
For Immediate Release CT GOP Senators Thank PURA for Preventing “Tsunami” of Water Rate Hikes Several Republican State Senators today issued the following statement after state utility regulators voted to deny the proposed acquisition of Aquarion Water Company by the Regional Water Authority. “We thank PURA for voting down this atrocious deal which would ... Home
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11/19/2025
Senator Tony Hwang Leads Call to Action: “Now More Than Ever, Our Neighbors Need Us”
Operation Hope, Sacred Heart University Community Theatre & Children’s Musician Laurie Berkner Partner for Thanksgiving Food & Fund Drive Amid Ongoing Food Insecurity FAIRFIELD, CT — With food insecurity surging across Connecticut and the holiday season fast approaching, State Senator Tony Hwang (R–Fairfield) is urging residents, businesses, and community organizations to step forward and support ... Home
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