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.
Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding today’s policy proposals from the governor and legislative Democrats “to lower electricity rates”: “That’s IT? Gov. Lamont, just like every single state Senate Democrat, opposes removing the hidden ‘public benefits’ tax from your electric bills. He – and they – therefore oppose lowering ratepayers’ electricity bills by ... Home
Sen. Jeff Gordon issued the following statement regarding health insurance rate filings for plans that currently cover 220,000 people. “Unaffordable, unsustainable, double-digit annual health insurance increases…. yet again? A nearly 18 % average small group rate increase? A 16.2 % average increase for individuals? Join me in urging state government officials to reject these hikes. ... Home
HARTFORD, CT— State Senator Tony Hwang (R—Fairfield), Ranking Republican leader of the Insurance and Real Estate Committee, today addressed the proposed rate increases submitted by individual and small group insurers to the Connecticut Insurance Department (CID). If approved, rates for individual market consumers would increase on average of between 12% and 22%, while small group ... Home
Sen. Rob Sampson issued the following statement regarding the governor’s ceremonial signing of legislation banning Glock-style pistols. “Governor Lamont held a photo op today celebrating a law that targets gun stores, manufacturers, and law-abiding citizens while leaving criminals completely unaffected. Connecticut already outlaws machine guns and illegal conversion devices. Criminals who use them already face ... Home
CT Senate Republicans · CT Democrats have driven up the price of everything in your household, and they want to raise taxes again. Sen. Harding updates 94.9 FM’s Lee Elci.
Watch the Press Conference here COVENTRY, CT – State Senator Jeff Gordon today hosted a press conference at the DATTCO Bus Yard in Coventry to celebrate the passage of legislation strengthening penalties for motorists who repeatedly fail to stop for school buses carrying children. Joining Senator Gordon were Coventry Public Schools Superintendent David J. Petrone, ... Home
Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement in response to a social media post by the Republican candidate for state representative in the 50th Assembly District: “He must step aside. The Senate Republicans and I condemn these comments in the strongest of terms.”
For Immediate Release Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement in response to a social media post by the Republican candidate for state representative in the 50th Assembly District: “He must step aside. The Senate Republicans and I condemn these comments in the strongest of terms.”
According to a recent report, Connecticut ranks as one of the worst places in the nation to do business for the second year in a row.
This is a result of decades of failed leadership from CT Democrats who keep choosing higher costs over common sense.
Job creators have been clear about why our state is not business-friendly. Energy costs are among the highest in the country, our tax structure punishes the people who hire and invest here, and the regulatory climate makes it harder every year to grow a business in this state.
When companies decide Connecticut isn’t worth the cost, the jobs and opportunities go elsewhere. Our families are the ones left paying the price.
This crisis was created by one-party rule, and it can be fixed. We need a government that works with our businesses instead of against them. Connecticut can compete again! ... See MoreSee Less
The legislative session ended over a month ago, but our senators have never stopped fighting for you.
We stood up against harmful policies that would cost you more of your hard earned money and take away your freedoms.
We fought for a more affordable Connecticut. To lower your taxes, bring down electric rates and fully eliminate Public Benefits Charges. Through hours of testimony, our senators stood with you and defended your parental, medical and educational rights. When Democrats tried to silence you, we made sure your voice was heard at press conferences, during hearings and on the Senate floor.
The work for the people of our state does not stop when the session ends. Our senators are back in their communities, still listening and continuing to fight for the Connecticut you deserve! ... See MoreSee Less
