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.
HARTFORD, CT— State Senator Tony Hwang (R—Fairfield), Ranking Republican leader of the Insurance and Real Estate Committee, today addressed the proposed rate increases submitted by individual and small group insurers to the Connecticut Insurance Department (CID). If approved, rates for individual market consumers would increase on average of between 12% and 22%, while small group ... Home
Sen. Rob Sampson issued the following statement regarding the governor’s ceremonial signing of legislation banning Glock-style pistols. “Governor Lamont held a photo op today celebrating a law that targets gun stores, manufacturers, and law-abiding citizens while leaving criminals completely unaffected. Connecticut already outlaws machine guns and illegal conversion devices. Criminals who use them already face ... Home
CT Senate Republicans · CT Democrats have driven up the price of everything in your household, and they want to raise taxes again. Sen. Harding updates 94.9 FM’s Lee Elci.
Watch the Press Conference here COVENTRY, CT – State Senator Jeff Gordon today hosted a press conference at the DATTCO Bus Yard in Coventry to celebrate the passage of legislation strengthening penalties for motorists who repeatedly fail to stop for school buses carrying children. Joining Senator Gordon were Coventry Public Schools Superintendent David J. Petrone, ... Home
Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement in response to a social media post by the Republican candidate for state representative in the 50th Assembly District: “He must step aside. The Senate Republicans and I condemn these comments in the strongest of terms.”
For Immediate Release Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement in response to a social media post by the Republican candidate for state representative in the 50th Assembly District: “He must step aside. The Senate Republicans and I condemn these comments in the strongest of terms.”
By State Sen. Rob Sampson Connecticut’s 2026 legislative session was a “short session,” beginning in January and ending in early May. But there was nothing small about what happened. This session exposed the same disturbing pattern I have been warning about for years: rushed legislation, late-night debates, hostility toward public dissent, and a majority party ... Home
Prospect— State Senator Rob Sampson (R-16) today welcomed the approval of $200,000 in state bond funding for the Town of Prospect’s Coachlight Circle water main project. The funding was approved by the State Bond Commission and will support infrastructure improvements designed to enhance the reliability and safety of water service for local residents. “Reliable infrastructure ... Home
HARTFORD, CT – State Senator Jeff Gordon (R-Woodstock) today celebrated that more than $6.5 million in state funding for key infrastructure and environmental remediation projects across the district was officially approved by the State Bond Commission during their meeting. The approved investments will support critical projects in Coventry, Willington, Stafford, and Vernon aimed at improving ... Home
🩺Connecticut is already one of the most expensive states in the country to live and do business. Now, residents and small businesses could be hit with double-digit health insurance rate hikes.
It gets worse. CBIA Health Connections, a group health insurance program launched less than two years ago to give small businesses more affordable coverage options, just announced it’s shutting down. Rising costs and a shrinking market forced it out.
For families and employers already stretched thin, this means skipped doctor visits, impossible budget decisions, and businesses wondering how much longer they can offer coverage to their employees.
State Senator Tony Hwang is calling on the CT Insurance Department to scrutinize these requests and protect consumers. Public hearings are coming this August, and your voice matters. Read more about how to make your voice heard by clicking the link in the comments. ... See MoreSee Less
🔌Warm weather is here, and electric bills are about to hit CT residents’ wallets hard.
We’re already one of the most expensive states in the nation for electricity. CT Senate Republicans fought to remove Public Benefits Charges and provide real relief from rising electric rates.
A driver's moment of impatience is never worth risking a child's life.
🚌 That's why I introduced legislation that creates stronger consequences for motorists who repeatedly fail to stop for school buses. Today, I was proud to celebrate its unanimous passage alongside Coventry Public Schools Superintendent David Petrone, DATTCO, Inc President Donald DeVivo, Coventry, CT Police Department Chief Eric Peterson, and Coventry Board of Education Chair Jennifer Beausoleil.
Thank you to the educators, transportation professionals, law enforcement officers, and advocates who helped make this important public safety measure a reality.
Together, we're making Connecticut's roads safer for our students. 🚍⚠️ ... See MoreSee Less
