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State Senator John A. Kissel

Chief Deputy Republican Leader

John A. Kissel, serving his 16th term, represents Connecticut’s 7th District. He is the Ranking Member of the Judiciary Committee and the Regulation Review Committee. He is also a member of the General Law Committee. For many years, John has been a leading advocate for seniors and has been recognized for his support of Mothers Against Drunk Driving, safe housing and healthcare. He is also active in numerous civic organizations in his current hometown of Enfield.

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"Optimism is a happiness magnet. If you stay positive, good things and good people will be drawn to you."

– Senator John A. Kissel

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02/13/2026

“Troubling.” CT Senate GOP Statement Regarding Report on CT Students Enrolled in Out-of-State Special Ed Schools

Sen. John A. Kissel, Sen. Eric Berthel, Sen. Jason Perillo, and Sen. Stephen Harding today issued the following statement regarding a report released by Disability Rights Connecticut and the state Office of the Child Advocate which is recommending that the state Department of Education provide more oversight of out-of-state special education schools where Connecticut students ... John A. Kissel

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01/27/2026

“Where’s the economic growth?” CT Senate GOP on Dec. 2025 Jobs Report

Several CT Senate Republicans issued the following statement regarding the December 2025 employment report. (https://www1.ctdol.state.ct.us/lmi/laborsit.pdf) “Where’s the economic growth? It’s apparently not here in deep blue Connecticut. We lost 2,200 jobs in 2025. Our labor force is declining by tens of thousands of people. And our healthcare jobs? Anemic growth there, even as the rest ... John A. Kissel

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12/20/2025

(Listen) Sen. Kissel Discusses CT’s Sexual Misconduct Report on WICC’s Melissa in the Morning

Disability Rights Connecticut released a report following an investigation into sexual misconduct at Connecticut’s only prison for women. It’s a 27-page report highlighting alarming problems if not corrected will only allow the problem to continue at a high rate, according to the civil rights agency. To discuss the report, we spoke with state Senator John ... John A. Kissel

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12/16/2025

Sen. Kissel Statement on Report Finding Sexual Misconduct at York Correctional Institution

Sen. John A. Kissel, (R-Enfield), Ranking Senator on the Judiciary Committee, today issued the following statement regarding an investigation by a federally mandated civil rights agency which found an “alarming” amount of sexual misconduct at Connecticut’s only prison for women. (DRCT+Report+on+Sexual+Abuse+at+York+Correctional+Institution+Dec+16+2025.pdf) “This report contains very serious findings and allegations against the Department of Correction. One ... John A. Kissel

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12/02/2025

CT Senate GOP Statement on Assault of CT Correction Officer

Sen. John A. Kissel, Ranking Senator on the Judiciary Committee, Sen. Paul Cicarella and Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding the Dec. 1 assault of an Osborn Correctional Institution Correction Officer by an incarcerated individual. “The injured Officer and her family are in our thoughts, and we send gratitude as she recovers from ... John A. Kissel

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11/03/2025

On Halloween, Sen. Kissel Called in to The Talk of CT to Discuss North Central CT, the Upcoming Special Session, and your Tax Dollars

CT Senate Republicans · On Halloween, Sen. Kissel called in to The Talk of CT to discuss north central CT, the upcoming Special Session, and your tax dollars.

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11/03/2025

Republicans Will Make Certain that Vulnerable CT Residents are Fed and Kept Warm. Sen. Kissel Updates Talk of CT on SNAP and LIHEAP Funding

CT Senate Republicans · Republicans will make certain that vulnerable CT residents are fed and kept warm. Sen. Kissel updates Talk of CT on SNAP and LIHEAP funding

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09/30/2025

Senator John A. Kissel Announces $250,000 CIF Grant for Windsor Senior Housing Planning

HARTFORD, CT—Senator John A. Kissel (R—Enfield) has announced that the town of Windsor will receive $250,000 in funding from the State of Connecticut’s Community Investment Fund (CIF) to support the planning and feasibility study for a new affordable housing development for seniors and adults with disabilities. The grant will be used for a predevelopment study ... John A. Kissel

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09/30/2025

Senator John A. Kissel Announces $250,000 Community Investment Fund (CIF) Planning Grant for Windsor Locks Wellness and Athletic Center

HARTFORD, CT—Senator John A. Kissel (R—Enfield) has announced that the town of Windsor Locks has been awarded a $250,000 planning grant from the state’s Community Investment Fund (CIF) for the development of a Community Outdoor Wellness and Athletic Center at 58 Elm Street, located at Windsor Locks High School. The proposed center aims to serve ... John A. Kissel

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