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.
On behalf of the Senate Republican Caucus, Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding a new report which finds that employers across Connecticut are struggling to fill open jobs due to a lack of job-ready skills among applicants. “Tens of thousands of well-paying jobs are going unfilled in Connecticut. Healthcare jobs. Manufacturing jobs. Jobs ... Home
CT Families Aren’t Laughing. Sen. Berthel Pushes to Make CT More Affordable HARTFORD – State Sen. Eric Berthel (R-Watertown) on April Fool’s Day continued the call to make Connecticut more affordable as Democrats offer legislative proposals to make the state even more unaffordable for working families. “Here we are, on April Fool’s Day, and families ... Home
Dear Connecticut Farmers, We’re sharing a brief update, along with a short video, on our on-going efforts to support you. Dairy farmers and food-producing farmers are under increasing pressure from low milk prices, rising production costs, and higher taxes. With less than 80 farms remaining in Connecticut, the need for action is urgent. We support ... Home
“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 ... Home
By State Sen. Rob Sampson One of the most fundamental rights in a free society is the ability of citizens to speak to their government and participate in decisions that affect their lives. In Connecticut, that right is supposed to exist within the legislative process itself. Bills normally move through committees and public hearings where ... Home
HARTFORD, CT — State Senator Ryan Fazio (R-Greenwich) today voted no on S.B. 84 in the Finance, Revenue and Bonding Committee, raising concerns that the proposal fails to address Connecticut’s high tax and debt burdens and instead risks making them worse. S.B. 84 is a broad revenue package advanced by majority Democrats that makes significant ... Home
Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding Sen. Tony Hwang announcing he will not seek re-election to serve a seventh term in the State Senate. “Tony Hwang has lived the American Dream. Tony loves America and he loves Connecticut. His dedication to the people of his district is second to none, as is his ... Home
After many meaningful years of public service, I have decided that the time has come to step away from state elected office and begin the next chapter of my life. Serving the people of Connecticut’s 28th State Senate District has been one of the greatest honors and privileges of my life. Throughout my tenure in ... Home
Today, on World Autism Awareness Day, we stand with individuals with autism, their families, and the advocates working every day to ensure they have access to the resources they need.
Every person experiences the world in their own unique way and deserves understanding, respect, and the opportunity to succeed.
Our Caucus remains committed to advancing policies that strengthen services, expand educational opportunities, and support the autism community across our state. ... See MoreSee Less
It’s April Fool’s Day, but CT families aren’t laughing…
Connecticut ranks 2nd highest in electricity costs, 3rd highest in tax burden, and 3rd highest in property taxes. Democrats have done nothing to fix it.
CT Senate Republicans have a real $1.5 billion tax relief plan to save families thousands:
✅ Eliminate the car tax for working families (single filers under $100K, joint under $200K)
✅ $1 billion income tax cut, up to $1,600 back in your pocket
✅ Cap property tax increases at 2% or the rate of inflation
✅ Eliminate all public benefits charges from electric bills
✅ Cap power purchase agreements to lower electricity costs
✅ Eliminate occupational license fees for teachers, electricians, plumbers, realtors and more
✅ Reduce the CT Paid Family Leave payroll tax by 20%
There are 35 days left in this legislative session. Where is the sense of urgency among supermajority Democrats to make CT more affordable? Stop playing Connecticut families for fools. This isn’t a joke! ... See MoreSee Less
