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.
Photo Above: 2026 Connecticut Kid Governor Tessa Hallinan, her Cabinet, Rep. Yaccarino, 2025 Kid Governor Keudy Martinez, Sen. Cicarella, Secretary of State Stephanie Thomas, Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz, Chief Academic Officer Irene Parisi, and Supreme Court Justice Steven Ecker gather at the Kid Governor Inauguration held at Connecticut’s Old State House. HARTFORD — State Sen. ... Home
Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding the 2025 third quarter gross domestic product report. (https://www.bea.gov/news/2026/gross-domestic-product-state-and-personal-income-state-3rd-quarter-2025) “This positive news is a tribute to the determination and innovation of Connecticut’s job creators and their employees. Despite so many obstacles and burdens – sky high energy costs, unaffordable taxes and bureaucratic red tape – they still ... Home
Sen. Rob Sampson, the Ranking Senator on the legislature’s Government Oversight Committee, issued the following statement regarding the audit which flagged potential fraud at a Hartford nonprofit linked to Sen. Doug McCrory. “I firmly believe that everyone is innocent until proven guilty. With that said, here is the situation: He’s mentioned no less than 20 ... Home
FAIRFIELD, CT—State Senator Tony Hwang (R–Fairfield) hosted a press conference recognizing Fairfield resident Alex J. Plitsas, who will be formally inducted into the Connecticut Veterans Hall of Fame on January 22, 2026 as a member of its 21st class. The event highlighted Plitsas’ selection as one of the youngest veterans inducted into the Hall of ... Home
Recognized for leadership in protecting consumers, including seniors, through stronger consumer protection laws. HARTFORD – State Sen. Paul Cicarella (R-34) was recently selected to receive the 2025 AARP Legislative Achievement Award in recognition of his leadership in passing important consumer protection legislation. The award honors legislators whose work significantly benefits the more than 590,000 AARP ... Home
Several Senate Republicans, including Sen. Stephen Harding, Sen. Ryan Fazio, Sen. Heather Somers, Sen. Eric Berthel, and Sen. Jason Perillo today issued the following statement regarding the blocked sale of Aquarion Water Company: “A ‘costly loser’. That’s what Attorney General Tong called this atrocious backroom deal which will bring about a tsunami of endless water ... Home
Photo above (left to right): William Dellacamera, Sen. Cicarella, and Eric Henry at the Jan. 20 farmers’ forum at the State Capitol. HARTFORD — State Sen. Paul Cicarella (R-34) issued the following statement following a Jan. 20 farmers forum hosted by CT Senate Republicans, in response to recent changes to Public Act 490 announced on ... Home
HARTFORD — State Sen. Rob Sampson (R-16) issued the following statement in response to Governor Ned Lamont’s Jan. 19 reversal of recent changes to Public Act 490, following today’s public forum with Connecticut farmers: “Connecticut farmers raised serious and legitimate concerns about a deeply flawed farmland assessment process that would have resulted in severe and ... Home
Our state is now one of the most unaffordable places to live and do business in the country: - 3rd highest overall tax burden - 3rd highest property taxes - 3rd highest electric rates
These numbers aren’t abstract. They signify families struggling to stay in their homes, seniors on fixed incomes being pushed to the brink, and small businesses and family farms fighting to survive.
Years of one-party Democratic rule and bad policy decisions have made CT more expensive, unsustainable for job creators, and harder for everyday people to live in our state.
Don’t take it from us. Hear directly from small business owners and farmers who live this reality every day. ... See MoreSee Less
As snow and hazardous conditions move into Connecticut, we encourage residents to take time now to prepare and stay safe. Limit travel when possible, make sure you have essential supplies on hand, and check in on elderly neighbors, friends, and family who may need assistance.
For warming shelters and other resources, call 211 or visit 211ct.org, and stay informed through local alerts and forecasts. ... See MoreSee Less
The corruption Gov. Lamont once mocked as “small ball” doesn’t look so small anymore.
Headlines of new fraud allegations are just the latest chapter in a years-long accumulation of scandals and investigations plaguing CT Democrats. They’ve simply racked up too much to outrun – and accountability ALWAYS catches up.
Senate Republicans will always fight for transparency, accountability, and answers - because Connecticut deserves better. ... See MoreSee Less
