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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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09/15/2025
“Really?” CT Senate GOP on Bridgeport School Walking Policy
For Immediate Release Sen. Eric Berthel and Sen, Stephen Harding today issued the following statement regarding the Bridgeport Board of Education voting to alter the school district’s future walking distance policy by increasing the maximum mileage for students who walk from home to school or to a bus stop. https://www.ctpost.com/news/education/article/bridgeport-schools-walking-distance-busing-student-21043425.php “So, under this future policy, Bridgeport kindergartners will walk up ... Home
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09/15/2025
Sen. Gordon Opposes Health Insurance Rate Hikes
HARTFORD, CT – State Senator Jeff Gordon (R-Woodstock) today strongly criticized the Connecticut Department of Insurance’s decision to approve double-digit health insurance rate increases for 2025. “These huge rate hikes are wrong,” said Senator Gordon, “The cost of living in Connecticut is too high for too many people. Working families, seniors, and individuals are already ... Home
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09/15/2025
CT Stagflation Report is “Another Blaring Neon Warning Sign”: Sen. Harding
For Immediate Release Sen. Stephen Harding today issued the following statement regarding a new report issued by National Business Capital which found Connecticut is the second most at-risk state in the country for entering stagflation. (https://www.nationalbusinesscapital.com/data-reports/10-states-in-danger-of-stagflation/) “This report is yet another blaring neon warning sign: Connecticut is unaffordable for working class families. It follows a survey from last week ... Home
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09/13/2025
“Exhibit A”: CT Senate GOP Statement on 2X Deported NH Dog Park Sex Assault Suspect
Sen. Stephen Harding, Sen. Henri Martin, Sen. Paul Cicarella, Sen. Heather Somers, Sen. Rob Sampson, Sen. Ryan Fazio, Sen. Jason Perillo, Sen. Jeff Gordon, and Sen. Eric Berthel today issued the following statement regarding the revelation that the suspect in a sex assault of a jogger at a New Haven dog park is an illegal ... Home
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09/12/2025
“A Full Blown Affordability Crisis in CT.” Sen. Harding on New Survey Results
For Immediate Release Sen. Stephen Harding today issued the following statement regarding a new survey which reveals that more than half of Connecticut parents struggle to afford basic needs. (https://www.ctinsider.com/connecticut/article/ct-affordability-family-child-care-health-struggle-21040583.php) “Here is further evidence that under one party Democrat rule, Connecticut continues to get more and more unaffordable for hard working families. This survey found ... Home
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09/12/2025
CT Senate GOP Statement Regarding Kirk Assassination Suspect in Custody
For Immediate Release On behalf of the Connecticut Senate Republican Caucus, Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding the announcement that the suspect in the assassination of Charlie Kirk is in custody. “Thank you to federal, state and local law enforcement for working night and day to apprehend the suspect. As justice is pursued to ... Home
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09/11/2025
Statement from Senator Tony Hwang on the Tragic Passing of Charlie Kirk in University Campus Shooting
“I am deeply saddened by the tragic passing of Charlie Kirk. My thoughts and prayers are with his wife, children, and all those affected by this senseless act of violence. Charlie was not only a passionate political voice but also a devoted husband and father, loving son, and a tireless advocate for the rights of ... Home
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09/10/2025
CT Senate GOP Statement on Shooting of Charlie Kirk
For Immediate Release On behalf of the Connecticut Senate Republican Caucus, Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding the shooting of Charlie Kirk: “This was a sick, disgusting, cowardly act of evil. We condemn any and all political violence. We pray for Charlie Kirk’s survival and our thoughts are with his family.”
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09/10/2025
“Out Of Touch”: CT Senate GOP Statement Regarding Dem Lawmaker’s “Burden” Comment
On behalf of the Connecticut Senate Republican Caucus, Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding controversial remarks made recently by a Democrat state legislator regarding Connecticut residents who choose not to attend college. (Watch: http://ct-n.com/ctnplayer.asp?odID=25219&jump=0:54:44) “What a regrettable, out of touch statement made by Rep. Kavros DeGraw. So according to this leading Democrat lawmaker, ... Home
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