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. Rob Sampson, Ranking Senator on the Government Oversight Committee, and Sen. Stephen Harding, Ranking Senator on the Environment Committee issued the following statement in reaction to Gov. Lamont today saying he wants to “get rid of the oil-based furnaces” and that PURA Chair Marissa Gillett needs to be “very transparent on what happened with ... Home
Sen. Jeff Gordon, Sen. Rob Sampson and Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement: “Through the media, Gov. Lamont on June 30 advised PURA Chair Marissa Gillett to ‘stop talking to the press’. Wow. That’s quite a message to a top public official. Gov. Lamont also on June 30 admitted to not having spoken to ... Home
As your State Senator, I’m committed to keeping the people of the 7th District informed about important changes coming from Hartford. Below is a list of new laws going into effect on July 1 that may affect you, your family, and our community. AN ACT AUTHORIZING AND ADJUSTING BONDS OF THE STATE FOR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS, ... Home
Sen. Henri Martin, Ranking Senator on the Higher Education and Employment Advancement Committee, and Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding former Paier College being out of compliance with state rules after its closure in early May. (Related story: https://www.ctinsider.com/news/article/paier-college-closure-website-20397466.php) “It’s highly concerning. So former Paier students are now left high and dry? How ... Home
Sen. Paul Cicarella, Ranking Senator on the legislature’s Public Safety and Security Committee, and Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding multiple firefighters who have been shot today while responding to a brush fire in Idaho, in what appeared to be an ambush. (Related story: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/live-blog/2-dead-firefighters-ambushed-coeur-dalene-idaho-live-updates-rcna215857) “Absolutely disgusting. These firefighters are heroes. They put ... Home
Sen. Stephen Harding, on behalf of the Senate Republican Caucus, issued the following statement regarding Israel’s military’s elimination of a founding Hamas military leader responsible for planning the Oct. 7 attack. (Related story: https://www.nbcnews.com/world/israel/israel-killed-hamas-co-founder-hakham-muhammad-rcna215748) “Good. Hamas is a terror group that has in its mission statement the eradication of the Jewish people. The Connecticut Senate ... Home
Sen. Henri Martin, Sen. Heather Somers, Sen. Jeff Gordon and Sen. Stephen Harding today issued the following statement regarding UConn Health abruptly reversing a controversial plan to cut pay for more than 250 nurses. (Related story: https://www.courant.com/2025/06/28/uconn-health-changes-course/) “Despite this reversal, UConn Health now has a major staff morale problem in addition to its perennial budget ... Home
HARTFORD, CONNECTICUT – State Senator Jason Perillo (R-Shelton) and State Senator Paul Cicarella (R-North Haven) released the following statement supporting CT Police and Fire Union’s salary negotiations: “I firmly stand with Connecticut’s police and firefighter union as they fight for fair pay that reflects the salaries of other officers across the state. The inequity is ... Home
Thanks to strong Republican leadership, several common sense laws take effect today. These laws are good first steps in tackling affordability, public safety, education, and government accountability across Connecticut.
From lowering electric bills and a crackdown on street takeovers, to expanded support for first responders’ families, special education resources, and greater oversight in the Connecticut State College and University System, these are real results for the people of Connecticut.
🚨BREAKING NEWS: Governor Lamont just confirmed his reappointment of PURA Chair Marissa Gillett—despite her deleting government text messages while CT residents suffer under sky-high electric bills.
Senate Republicans are demanding answers. Why? Because to the average, overburdened ratepayer, it looks far too convenient that critical texts just disappeared.
We’re calling on the legislature’s new Government Oversight Committee to investigate this fully and restore the public’s trust. Connecticut deserves better and lower electric rates! ... See MoreSee Less
