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.
Sen. Stephen Harding (R-Brookfield) issued the following statement regarding Brookfield First Selectman Steve Dunn’s announcement about the Iroquois Gas Compressor in Brookfield. (https://www.facebook.com/share/1DLKoViFHe/?mibextid=wwXIfr) “Very positive news, and it’s a testament to the hard work of people of all ages and backgrounds throughout Brookfield who spoke out to demand changes. We joined together to cite the ... Home
CT Senate Republicans · From water and electricity to health insurance and property taxes, CT is unaffordable under one-party Democrat rule. Sen. Hwang updates WICC.
CT Senate Republicans · CT is “too damn unaffordable”, but CT Democrats offer no solutions to lower taxes and electricity bills. Sen. Harding updates 94.9 FM’s Lee Elci.
Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following response to the June 2026 employment report (https://www1.ctdol.state.ct.us/lmi/laborsit.asp). “Hello? Does anyone in the Lamont administration notice the alarming trend? Connecticut’s labor force is shrinking – big time. It’s down by nearly 50,000 people for the year. This is a workforce crisis. So, what’s the plan to address it head ... Home
CT Senate Republicans · “Really good news.” Sen. Gordon updates WICC on his successful efforts in helping a constituent from Stafford to get potentially life-saving surgery.
Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding the passing of John F. Droney, a lawyer who was been a key player for decades in Connecticut politics. “For several decades, John Droney was highly respected from people on both sides of the aisle for his insight and intellect. A centrist Democrat and a JFK Democrat, ... Home
HARTFORD, CT – State Senator Dr. Jeff Gordon (R-Woodstock) released the following statement regarding Stafford Springs resident, Justin Oswell, receiving approval for lifesaving care after numerous insurance denials. “I am incredibly grateful that Justin Oswell has now received approval for the lifesaving transplant his doctors at the Cleveland Clinic determined he needs. This is wonderful ... Home
Sen. Jason Perillo (R—Shelton), Ranking Senator on the Committee on Children, issued the following statement regarding a CT Insider investigation which reveals new DCF data. (“At least 28 Connecticut children with DCF case histories have died since 2025”) “This investigation underscores – yet again – how DCF is an agency in crisis. Preventable and tragic ... Home
As published by CT Insider: “When we implemented the law, we emphasized to allow municipal governments to design, to understand the unique challenges and characteristics of each town and we insisted that there were frequent transparent public meetings,” Hwang said. More than 100 residents gathered at Fairfield Warde High School Tuesday to voice their ... Home
$52.9 million in relief is headed to Connecticut farmers who lost crops due to weather-related damages.
CT Senate Republicans have pushed for relief for months. We invited farmers from across the state to the Capitol for a press conference and a Farmers Forum, and we pushed back on proposals that would have piled higher taxes and new regulations onto family farms. We heard directly from growers like William Dellacamera of Cecarelli’s Harrison Hill Farm about what they face every day.
This relief is a first step, but it does not fix what makes farming harder here every year. The people who grow our food deserve policies that let them plant, invest and pass their farms to the next generation. Not more mandates, higher costs and burdensome taxes.
Connecticut farmers have always shown up for our state. Senate Republicans will keep showing up and pushing for policies that support them for years to come.I’m pleased to see $52.9 million in relief heading to Connecticut farmers who suffered devastating weather-related losses in 2023 and 2024.
This is an issue Senate Republicans and I have consistently advocated for. Earlier this year, we invited farmers from across the state to the Capitol for a Farmers Forum to push back against proposals that would have placed even greater financial burdens on family farms through higher taxes and additional regulations.
We heard firsthand from farmers in my district, including William Dellacamera of Cecarelli’s Harrison Hill Farm and Eric Henry of Blue Hills Orchard, about the challenges they face every day.
Today’s relief is an important step, but our work doesn’t stop here. Connecticut’s farmers deserve policies that allow them to grow, invest, and succeed not more mandates or higher costs.
Our farmers have always been there for Connecticut and I’ll continue standing with them every step of the way. ... See MoreSee Less
For six straight months, Connecticut’s unemployment rate has climbed and it now stands at 5.2%, a full percentage point above the national average. Even more troubling, over the past year, 46,000 workers have walked away from our labor force entirely.
These aren’t just statistics. They’re the direct result of years of one-party Democrat control that has made Connecticut too expensive to live, work and do business in. When people can’t afford to stay in the workforce, the economy Democrats claim is thriving starts to unravel.
CT Senate Republicans believe our state can do better and we have a $1.5 billion plan to make our state affordable again for the people who call it home. ... See MoreSee Less
That’s not us talking. That’s a new University of New Hampshire poll showing 40% of CT residents are likely to leave the state within five years, the highest of any New England state surveyed.
The reasons won’t surprise you:
💸 Cost of living 💰 Taxes 🏠 Housing costs
People are being forced out because they can’t afford to stay due to decades of failed leadership and costly policies by CT Democrats.
CT Senate Republicans have been fighting this affordability crisis for years with real solutions. This session, Democrats rejected our $1.5 billion tax relief plan and blocked our proposal to eliminate the Public Benefits Charge.
Connecticut residents deserve leaders who will fight to keep them here, not price them out. ... See MoreSee Less
