

Dr. Jeff Gordon, elected in 2022, represents Connecticut’s 35th District. He serves as a Ranking Member on the Planning & Development and Veterans’ Affairs Committees, and is a member of the Appropriations, Public Health, and Public Safety Committees. As one of only two medical doctors in the Connecticut legislature, “Doctor-Senator” is known for his work on health insurance reform as well as healthcare affordability and accessibility, especially for rural communities.
Explore the latest news and updates about Senator Jeff Gordon.
05/02/2025
Today marks the inaugural presentation of the Connecticut Golden Fleece Award, where State Senator Jeff Gordon and State Senator Rob Sampson will shine a light on what your state government is doing with your taxpayer dollars. This month, we recognize the Connecticut State Colleges & Universities (CSCU) system. Awarded for fiscal waste, fraud, and abuse, ... Jeff Gordon
04/23/2025
Sen. Heather Somers, Sen. Jeff Gordon and Sen. Stephen Harding today issued the following statement regarding their vote in the Appropriations Committee to double the state grant for special education while offsetting those new funds with a corresponding reduction for higher education. “Budgets are about priorities. Senate Republicans support more funding – full funding – ... Jeff Gordon
04/14/2025
Sen. Tony Hwang, Sen. Jeff Gordon and Sen. Stephen Harding today issued the following statement regarding a state government report which found that current strategies to contain health care cost growth “do not appear to be working.” (Page 8: https://portal.ct.gov/ohs/-/media/ohs/cost-growth-benchmark/benchmark-reports-py2023/ohs-hcbi-cost-growth-benchmark-report-py2023.pdf?rev=a3cf8ad1307048c68f00963540982c13) “Like our unaffordable electricity bills and taxes, health care costs contribute significantly to the cost ... Jeff Gordon
04/11/2025
Sen. Tony Hwang, Sen. Paul Cicarella, Sen. Jeff Gordon and Sen. Stephen Harding today issued the following statement regarding Connecticut State Police announcing the arrest of a motorcyclist who built an online following under a pseudonym by posting to social media dozens of videos of himself speeding well above 150 mph, including 192 mph, on ... Jeff Gordon
03/25/2025
Sen. Henri Martin, Ranking Senator on the Commerce Committee, Sen. Jeff Gordon, Ranking Senator on the Veterans’ and Military Affairs Committee, and Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding Rocky Hill-based MTU Aero Engines North America expanding in CT and having a hiring push. (https://www.courant.com/2025/03/24/ct-company-in-commercial-and-military-aircraft-business-expanding-operation-and-hiring/) “It’s excellent news. We commend the nonprofit AdvanceCT and ... Jeff Gordon
03/24/2025
Sen. Paul Cicarella, Sen. Jeff Gordon and Sen. Stephen Harding today issued the following statement regarding the state spending $378 million for overtime during the 2024 calendar year across nearly 50 departments in state government. (https://www.courant.com/2025/03/23/overtime-for-state-employees-costs-hundreds-of-millions-heres-why/) “This is a public safety issue. Long hours and excessive overtime can lead to fatigue. We should be hiring ... Jeff Gordon
03/13/2025
HARTFORD, CT – Sen. Jeff Gordon (R-Woodstock), Ranking Member of the Planning and Development Committee, along with Sen. Ryan Fazio (R-Greenwich) and Sen. Tony Hwang (R-Fairfield), members of the committee, defended local zoning authority by opposing the transit-oriented district bill, H.B. 6831, during today’s Planning and Development Committee meeting. This bill would deprioritize municipalities from ... Jeff Gordon
03/03/2025
Sen. Ryan Fazio, Sen. Jeff Gordon and Sen. Stephen Harding today issued the following statement regarding the governor urging the legislature to approve bipartisan legislation that was introduced by Sen. Fazio and cosponsored by Sen. Gordon which eliminates the fees workers in certain professions are required to pay when initially applying for occupational licenses, as ... Jeff Gordon
02/21/2025
The following statement regarding the governor’s back room PURA deal was issued by Sen. Stephen Harding, Sen. Henri Martin, Sen. Eric Berthel, Sen. Heather Somers, Sen. Rob Sampson, Sen. Ryan Fazio, Sen. Paul Cicarella, and Sen. Jeff Gordon: “A shady 11th hour deal was hatched between Gov. Lamont and his fellow Democrats who control the ... Jeff Gordon
What happened at Rockville General Hospital is a disgrace. OHS has failed our communities, failed our patients, and failed the public trust. As both a doctor and a senator, I’ve been sounding the alarm for years, and now the state is rewarding private equity profiteers while families lose access to care. It’s time to eliminate OHS, consolidate oversight under DPH, and finally put patients before profits. Enough is enough.
Read my full release below 👇
🔗 www.ctsenaterepublicans.com/2025/05/sen-jeff-gordon-slams-state-decision-to-let-rockville-general...
... See MoreSee Less
New Edition of Common Sense Matters is Here!
This week, I’m highlighting several key concepts I’ve championed that have officially passed the Senate.
See how these commonsense solutions are making real progress for Connecticut families, taxpayers, and communities.
Read the full newsletter here 👇
🔗 eepurl.com/jfKbUo
... See MoreSee Less
I’m pleased to share that Governor Lamont has announced new awards through the Small Town Economic Assistance Program (STEAP), and our district is receiving infrastructure support. Thank you, Office of Governor Ned Lamont!
Ashford: $400,000 in state funding has been approved to repave the Ashford Public Works Facility. The town is contributing an additional $104,701 to make this happen.
Union: $120,000 in state funding will go toward the rehabilitation of Holland Road, with $24,000 in local funding matched by the town.
Hampton: $500,000 in state funding is approved for the reconstruction of Windham Road, matched by $220,000 from the town.
These investments reflect a strong partnership between the state and our local communities, ensuring our infrastructure keeps pace with our needs. I’m proud to advocate for funding that improves everyday life for residents.
... See MoreSee Less