Welcome to the Connecticut Senate Republican Office!
Our mission is to promote conservative values, strengthen communities, and build a better future for all. Leading through a lens of intention and compassion, we advocate for policies that drive economic growth, protect individual freedoms, and ensure a government that serves the people.
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
LEARN MORELatest News
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01/02/2026
“Productive Meeting”: Sen. Perillo Provides Update on CT Homecare Workers’ Payroll $$$ Complaints
Sen. Jason Perillo, Ranking Senator on the Human Services Committee, issued the following statement regarding the nearly 3,000 complaints to the Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS) from different homecare workers across the state, alleging they aren’t getting properly paid. “I just had a productive meeting with DSS Commissioner Andrea Barton Reeves. In the meeting, ... Home
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01/02/2026
Why Aren’t CT Democrats Following the “emergency” Housing Law They Created? Sen. Gordon Updates Talk of CT on This as Well as Hospital and Veterans’ Issues.
CT Senate Republicans · Why aren’t CT Democrats following the “emergency” housing law they created? Sen. Gordon updates Talk of CT on this as well as hospital and veterans’ issues.
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01/02/2026
Why aren’t CT Democrats following the “emergency” housing law they created? Sen. Gordon updates Talk of CT on this as well as hospital and veterans’ issues.
CT Senate Republicans · Why aren’t CT Democrats following the “emergency” housing law they created? Sen. Gordon updates Talk of CT on this as well as hospital and veterans’ issues.
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01/02/2026
CT Senate GOP: Despite ‘Emergency’, Dems Make No Appointments to New State Housing Panel
For Immediate Release Sen. Stephen Harding, Sen. Jeff Gordon, Sen. Rob Sampson today issued the following statement regarding the lack of Democrat appointments to the State of Connecticut’s newly created “Council on Housing Development”: “Remember when Connecticut Democrats rushed House Bill 8002 through special session without a public hearing? Remember how Connecticut Democrats did this because of what they called a ‘housing emergency’? Yet, here ... Home
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01/02/2026
2025 Acts Affecting Veterans and the Military
Click the link to view the 2025 Acts Affecting Veterans and the Military provided by the Office of Legislative Research. This report provides summaries of new laws (public acts) significantly affecting veterans and the military enacted during the 2025 regular legislative session. 2025 Acts Affecting Veterans and the Military
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12/30/2025
Sen. Gordon Statement on Deal to Limit Cost Increases in Sale of Manchester, Rockville Hospitals
Sen. Jeff Gordon, (R-Woodstock), a medical doctor, today issued the following statement regarding the deal between Hartford HealthCare and the state to limit care costs and protect physicians providing medical care after the purchase of Manchester and Rockville hospitals. (https://portal.ct.gov/-/media/ag/press_releases/2025/20251226-hhc-agreement-of-assurances-executed.pdf?rev=ea2c8a0bc05443228701b046de43db5c&hash=81EFFA813352E503FC2F4846B321DC74) “Our mutual goal must always be to put patients above profits, support those providing medical ... Home
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12/29/2025
Sen. Tony Hwang Promotes Holiday Safety Awareness and New Rideshare Initiative to Prevent Impaired Driving
FAIRFIELD, CT – State Senator Tony Hwang (R-28th Senate District) joined rideshare businesses, community safety advocates and law enforcement in urging Connecticut residents to plan ahead for safe transportation during New Year holiday celebrations. As part of ongoing efforts to prevent impaired driving, Sen Hwang has collaborated with Uber to announce a special rideshare initiative ... Home
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12/29/2025
Sen. Tony Hwang Issued the Following Statement Regarding the Recent Anti-Semitic Vandalism at Congregation B’nai Israel
FAIRFIELD, CT – State Senator Tony Hwang (Fairfield) issued a strong statement condemning the recent anti-Semitic vandalism of a menorah at Congregation B’nai Israel, calling the incident “deeply painful and unacceptable” and reaffirming his unwavering support for the Jewish community in the Bridgeport/Fairfield communities and throughout Connecticut. The vandalism targeted a menorah that had long ... Home
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12/29/2025
CT Senate GOP Statement on $154 M to Strengthen CT Rural Health
For Immediate Release Connecticut Senate Republicans today issued the following statement regarding Connecticut being awarded more than $154 million by the federal government to strengthen rural health in the state. (https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/press-releases/cms-announces-50-billion-awards-strengthen-rural-health-all-50-states) “This funding – which Senate Republicans advocated for – will improve health care access across rural Connecticut. It will help bolster recruitment and retention ... Home
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Did you know that on Jan. 1st, several major provisions of the statewide zoning takeover bill, H.B. 8002, went into effect? This sweeping law was rushed through the legislature by Democrats in an “emergency” special session without a single public hearing, shutting out residents, local officials, and community voices. ... See MoreSee Less
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Happy New Year, Connecticut! 🎉 As we welcome 2026, the year that marks the 250th anniversary of our nation, we’re grateful for the opportunity to continue serving the people of our state. In the year ahead, we’ll continue fighting for a stronger, more affordable Connecticut where families, seniors, and job creators can thrive. Wishing you and your loved ones health, happiness, and success in the year ahead. #HappyNewYear #NewYear2026 ... See MoreSee Less
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Thanks to strong Republican leadership, several common sense laws take effect on January 1, 2026. These laws reduce prescription drug costs, strengthen public safety and enhance accountability and transparency.
For a complete list of laws that take effect on Jan. 1st, please visit: www.cga.ct.gov/asp/.
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