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.
Several Connecticut Senate Republican lawmakers are calling for the resignation of Connecticut Education Association President Kate Dias after Dias’ recent statement about “armed ICE agents operating in and around schools, disrupting learning, shattering a sense of safety, and filling families and staff with anxiety.” https://cea.org/statement-from-cea-president-kate-dias-on-violence-involving-ice-and-need-for-safe-welcoming-schools/ “The statement is 100 % false, wrong, irresponsible and blatant ... Home
North Haven — State Sen. Paul Cicarella (R–34) on Jan. 29 presented a legislative citation honoring Planet Fitness at the grand opening of its new facility at 55 Washington Ave. in North Haven. He was joined by State Rep. Dave Yaccarino (R–North Haven) and North Haven First Selectman Michael Freda. The citation, introduced by Sen. ... Home
Several members of the CT Senate Republican Caucus issued the following statement regarding the release of documents by the Connecticut Public Utility Regulatory Authority (PURA) which highlight how PURA may have ignored or bent state laws under the leadership of its former chairman Marissa Gillett in order to manipulate the outcome of proceedings. (https://www.courant.com/2026/02/01/ct-agency-discloses-once-concealed-records-that-shed-light-on-fight-with-utilities-what-they-show/) “Better ... Home
By State Sen. Rob Sampson As we head into a new legislative session, Connecticut residents deserve an honest assessment of where we are—and where we are headed. Last year, Senate Republicans did more than challenge bad ideas and slow the legislative process. We successfully stopped several damaging policies advanced by the Democratic majority that would ... Home
Southington— State Sen. Rob Sampson (R-16) on Jan. 29 presented a legislative citation to LiveWell, recognizing the nonprofit organization’s leadership in advancing brain health and dementia prevention through the launch of the first FINGER Clinic in the United States. The citation was presented in honor of LiveWell’s statewide event, held in partnership with the Yale ... Home
The loss of life under any circumstance is tragic, and it is especially troubling when such incidents occur while individuals are exercising their constitutional right to protest. We have seen an increase in violence at public demonstrations over the last decade, and it is clear that we must work collectively to de-escalate tensions. I support ... Home
Story from News 8: HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont (D) and a bipartisan group of state legislators are pushing for stricter controls on the use of social media by children. The push is part of an effort from both red and blue states to try to respond to a mental health ... Home
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 ... Home
Photo Above: 2026 Connecticut Kid Governor Tessa Hallinan, her Cabinet, Rep. Yaccarino, 2025 Kid Governor Keudy Martinez, Sen. Cicarella, Secretary of State Stephanie Thomas, Lt. Gov. Susan Bysiewicz, Chief Academic Officer Irene Parisi, and Supreme Court Justice Steven Ecker gather at the Kid Governor Inauguration held at Connecticut’s Old State House. HARTFORD — State Sen. ... Home
Since tomorrow is Groundhog Day, it’s no surprise that Connecticut residents are waking up to the same thing all over again. A "culture of corruption" under Governor Ned Lamont.
One year ago, CT Senate Republicans exposed serious wrongdoing and shady backroom deals at the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority under former commissioner Marissa Gillett. Now, newly disclosed records confirm what we feared all along. Key documents were deliberately concealed, laws were bent, and transparency was ignored at the very agency responsible for overseeing the electric rates YOU are paying.
No accountability. No transparency. Just higher bills for CT residents.
As the 2026 Legislative Session begins this week, we will continue fighting for lower electric rates, removing the Public Benefits Charge, and real accountability in state government. The people of Connecticut deserve better! ... See MoreSee Less
Thank you to everyone across our state who has engaged, spoken up, shared your stories, and trusted us to amplify your voices. Your support and advocacy fuel our work every single day.
As we head into the 2026 Legislative Session, beginning on Wednesday, February 4, we will continue fighting for common sense, fiscally responsible policies, a more affordable Connecticut, lower electricity bills, and a brighter future for families, workers, and businesses across every corner of our state.
Together, we’ll continue building a better Connecticut! ... See MoreSee Less
