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State Senator Heather Somers

State Senator Heather Somers

Senior Deputy Republican Leader

Heather Somers, elected in 2016, represents Connecticut’s 18th district. She is a Chief Deputy Senate Republican Leader and serves as Ranking Member of the Public Health Committee and the Appropriations Committee. Heather has been recognized as a champion of important initiatives in health care, tourism, mental health, senior housing and elder care. She is also a former councilwoman and mayor in her native Groton.

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"Together, we can bridge divides and build a brighter future for all Connecticut families."
– Senator Heather Somers

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06/30/2026

“Tsunami” CT H2O Rate Hikes Warning: CT Senate GOP Statement on Aquarion Sale Closing

Several Senate Republicans issued the following statement regarding the closing of the sale of Aquarion, the state’s largest water utility serving 735,000 customers across 60 municipalities, by Eversource to the Aquarion Water Authority, a quasi-public nonprofit. “Brace yourself, Connecticut: Brace yourself for a tsunami of unaffordable water bill rate increases. Year after year after year. ... Heather Somers 

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06/30/2026

CT Senate GOP Calls for Hearings & Reforms Re: J’Allen Jones Video

Several Republican State Senators today issued the following statement regarding the public release of the video capturing J’Allen Jones’ final moments inside Garner Correctional Institution in Newtown on March 25, 2018. “Eight years. It took eight long years for this video to be released. Gov. Lamont and Attorney General Tong withheld it. Why? Transparency, oversight, ... Heather Somers 

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05/21/2026

Senator Heather Somers Unveils $200,000 for Plainfield VFW

PLAINFIELD, CT—State Senator Heather Somers (R—Stonington) today announced that Plainfield VFW Post 5446 will receive $200,000 through this year’s state budget adjustment to support building repairs and rehabilitation efforts. Senator Somers advocated for the funding following multiple visits to the facility, where she witnessed firsthand the urgent infrastructure and maintenance needs facing the post. The ... Heather Somers 

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05/14/2026

Senator Heather Somers Celebrates Completion of Shore Avenue Seawall Project in Groton

GROTON, CT—State Senator Heather Somers (R—Stonington) today celebrated the reopening of Shore Avenue in Groton following the successful completion of the Shore Avenue Seawall Project. The project restores critical infrastructure damaged during severe storms and strengthens the shoreline against future coastal impacts. Construction began in 2024 to rebuild the seawall, repair the roadway, and improve ... Heather Somers 

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05/13/2026

CT Senate GOP Statement on Dairy Farm $$$

Sen. Stephen Harding, Sen. Heather Somers, Sen. Jeff Gordon and Sen. Eric Berthel issued the following statement regarding the release of funding to provide immediate relief to the state’s dairy farmers. “Seven weeks ago, Senate Republicans called on the governor to provide relief for local dairy farmers. There are only about 80 dairy farms remaining ... Heather Somers 

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04/18/2026

Senator Heather Somers Votes to Advance Prevailing Wage Protections

HARTFORD, CT—State Senator Heather Somers (R—Groton) voted to advance Senate Bill 268, An Act Authorizing the Comptroller to Withhold Payment for Violations of the Prevailing Wage Statutes. “This legislation strengthens accountability and helps ensure that workers are paid fairly for the work they do,” said Sen. Somers. “In our region—home to thousands of skilled tradespeople, ... Heather Somers 

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04/01/2026

(Watch) On April Fool’s Day, CT Senate GOP Blast Democrats for Failure to Make CT More Affordable

“April Fool’s?” CT Families Aren’t Laughing. Senate Republicans Blast Democrats for Failure to Make CT More Affordable (Watch the press conference here.) Senate Republicans on April Fool’s Day blasted supermajority Democrats for failing to make Connecticut more affordable as Democrats offer legislative proposals to make the state even more unaffordable for working families. “Supermajority Democrats ... Heather Somers 

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03/11/2026

Senator Heather Somers Reacts to Limited Testimony in Public Health Committee Hearing

“Democracy does not end at 12:15AM”—Senator Somers (View Sen. Somers Full Comments Here) HARTFORD, CT—Today, State Senator Heather Somers (R—Stonington) voiced strong frustration with the leadership of the legislature’s Public Health Committee after a motion was made and approved to end the public hearing comment period at 12:15 a.m. The motion passed on an 18–11 ... Heather Somers 

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03/06/2026

“Outrageous.” Sen. Somers updates Talk of CT on the Mar. 11 Hearings on Controversial Homeschooling and Vaccine Bills Where Supermajority Democrats are Limiting Public Speech

CT Senate Republicans · “Outrageous.” Sen. Somers updates Talk of CT on the Mar. 11 hearings on controversial homeschooling and vaccine bills where supermajority Democrats are limiting public speech.

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Senator Heather Somers is at Portuguese Holy Ghost Society of Stonington.
21 hours ago

Honored to present a Connecticut General Assembly citation celebrating the Portuguese Holy Ghost Society of Stonington Borough’s 100th anniversary!

For the past century, the Society has preserved Portuguese heritage and traditions while bringing generations of families together through faith, fellowship, and community. Congratulations on this incredible milestone, and thank you for enriching Stonington Borough for the past 100 years! ... See MoreSee Less

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Senator Heather Somers is at Avery Point Lighthouse.
2 days ago

Great start to Saturday! A gorgeous morning to officiate Wayne and Cheryl’s wedding at the Avery Point Lighthouse. Congratulations to the happy couple!💕 ... See MoreSee Less

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Senator Heather Somers is at North Stonington Agricultural Fair, Inc.
2 days ago

🎟️❤️🎡 Nothing beats a summer night at the North Stonington Fair! ... See MoreSee Less

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