State Senator Stephen Harding

State Senator Stephen Harding
Senate Minority Leader
Stephen Harding, named Senate Minority Leader in 2024, represents Connecticut’s 30th Senate District. He was first elected to the Senate in 2022 after serving four terms in the 107th House District. A lawyer and Brookfield resident for nearly 30 years, Senator Harding has been involved with local boards and is a coach for youth sports. He serves as Ranking Member of the Environment Committee and Legislative Management Committee. He is also a member on the Education, Finance, and Judiciary Committees.
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06/11/2026
Listen – Arrogant CT Democrats are Doing Nothing to Lower Electricity Bills While Eroding Parental Rights. Sen. Harding Updates 94.9 FM’s Lee Elci
CT Senate Republicans · Arrogant CT Democrats are doing nothing to lower electricity bills while eroding parental rights. Sen. Harding updates 94.9 FM’s Lee Elci.
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06/10/2026
“That’s IT?” Sen. Harding Statement on CT Dems’ Proposals “To Lower Electricity Rates”
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 ... Stephen Harding
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06/03/2026
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
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.
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06/03/2026
Sen. Harding statement on social media post in 50th Assembly district race
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.”
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06/03/2026
Sen. Harding statement on social media post in 50th Assembly district race
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.”
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05/21/2026
Sen. Harding Statement on CSCU Completely Redacting $400 K Cheng Report
Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding the CSCU system completely redacting a public document which details what former CSCU Chancellor Terrence Cheng is doing with Connecticut taxpayer dollars. (https://www.wfsb.com/2026/05/20/i-team-cscu-redacts-entire-summary-special-report-that-cost-400000/) “You simply cannot make this stuff up. Former Chancellor Cheng makes $440,000 a year. Doing what? We have no idea. This document cost $400,000 ... Stephen Harding
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05/21/2026
“That’s false.” Senate GOP Statement on Electricity Costs
Sen. Stephen Harding and Sen. Ryan Fazio issued the following statement: “Regarding unaffordable electricity costs, Gov. Lamont actually just said, ‘What I can do, I am doing.’ That’s false. Gov. Lamont, just like the state Senate Democrats, opposes removing the hidden ‘public benefits’ tax from electric bills. He therefore opposes lowering ratepayers’ electricity bills by ... Stephen Harding
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05/20/2026
CT Senate GOP Statement on 11 % Electric Rate Hike Proposal
For Immediate Release Sen. Stephen Harding and Sen. Ryan Fazio issued the following statement regarding the proposal to raise electric rates next year by an average of 11%. “As overburdened Connecticut families and businesses brace themselves for potential double-digit hikes next year, they should remember this: Two weeks ago, every State Senate Democrat lawmaker voted ‘no’ on legislation that ... Stephen Harding
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05/19/2026
CT Senate GOP: New Law Does Nothing to Address “Wanda” Scandal
Sen. Stephen Harding and Sen. Rob Sampson issued the following statement regarding the governor’s signing of House Bill 5001. “Gov. Lamont has seen the viral videos of ‘Wanda’ stuffing Bridgeport ballot boxes which made Connecticut a national punchline. But this law does nothing to address that Bridgeport embarrassment. Rather than restoring confidence, this expands mail-in ... Stephen Harding
🌾Proud to join local, state, and federal partners on Friday at the historic Tanner Farm in Warren to celebrate a major win for our region.
The Warren Land Trust has permanently protected 198 acres on Route 341, land that has been farmed by one of Warren’s oldest families for nearly 250 years. It will keep being farmed for generations to come.
This is what smart conservation looks like — working farmland stays working, woodlands and fields stay protected, and a landmark piece of Warren stays exactly what it has always been.
I was honored to present an official citation recognizing the Warren Land Trust and every partner who made this happen. Thank you for your years of work to get it done.
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Happy Flag Day! 🇺🇸
The Stars and Stripes have proudly flown since 1777. You’ll see them flying high from Brookfield to Litchfield, New Milford to Torrington and all across the 30th District. A reminder of the freedom we’re fortunate to have and the men and women who defended it.
To our veterans and service members, thank you.
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To all my fellow lifelong Knicks fans. Good morning! From the Charles Smith memorial to the Ewing missed layup, to the John Starks game 7……….it ends tonight!!!!!! ... See MoreSee Less
