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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.
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Senate Minority Leader
Represents: Bethlehem, Brookfield, Canaan, Cornwall, Goshen, Kent, Litchfield, Morris, New Fairfield, New Milford, North Canaan, Salisbury, Sharon, Sherman, Torrington, Warren, Washington, and Winchester
LEARN MOREState Senator Henri Martin
Senate Republican Leader Pro Tempore
Represents: Bristol, Harwinton, Plainville, Plymouth, and Thomaston
LEARN MOREState Senator Rob Sampson
Senior Deputy Republican Leader
Represents: Cheshire, Prospect, Southington, Wolcott, and Waterbury
LEARN MOREState Senator Heather Somers
Senior Deputy Republican Leader
Represents: Griswold, Groton, North Stonington, Plainfield, Preston, Sterling, Stonington, and Voluntown
LEARN MOREState Senator Paul Cicarella
Senior Deputy Republican Leader
Represents: Durham, East Haven, North Haven, Wallingford, and Northford
LEARN MOREState Senator Eric Berthel
Chief Deputy Republican Leader
Represents: Bethel, Bethlehem, Bridgewater, Brookfield, Middlebury, Oxford, Roxbury, Seymour, Southbury, Washington, Watertown, and Woodbury
LEARN MOREState Senator Tony Hwang
Chief Deputy Republican Leader
Represents: Bethel, Easton, Fairfield, and Newtown
LEARN MOREState Senator John A. Kissel
Chief Deputy Republican Leader
Represents: East Granby, Ellington, Enfield, Granby, Somers, Suffield, Windsor, and Windsor Locks
LEARN MOREState Senator Jeff Gordon
Republican Whip
Represents: Ashford, Chaplin, Coventry, Eastford, Ellington, Hampton, Stafford, Thompson, Tolland, Union, Vernon, Willington, and Woodstock
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03/25/2026
Sen. Fazio Statement on Approved Aquarion Sale
HARTFORD, CT – State Senator Ryan Fazio (R-Greenwich) today released the following statement regarding the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority’s final decision on the proposed merger between Aquarion and the South Central Connecticut Regional Water Authority: “For nearly two years, since this issue arose out of nowhere, I have said that this deal stinks for utility ... Home
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03/25/2026
Senator Tony Hwang Statement on PURA Approval of Aquarion Sale
NEW BRITAIN, CT—State Senator Tony Hwang (R-Fairfield) issued the following statement regarding the Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority’s (PURA) decision to approve the transfer of Aquarion Water Company: “While I respect the role of PURA in this process, I do not support this approval. The Authority itself acknowledged that this transaction sits on the ‘knife’s ... Home
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03/25/2026
CT Senate GOP Statement on CT Gas Tax Holiday
On behalf of the Senate Republican Caucus, Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding Gov. Lamont dropping his push for a Connecticut gas tax holiday as prices approach $4 per gallon. “Surprising and disappointing. Do Democrats want to make Connecticut more affordable or not? Did Gov. Lamont not mean what he said two weeks ... Home
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03/25/2026
“Customers will get crushed.” Sen. Harding Statement on Approval of Aquarion Sale
Sen. Stephen Harding today issued the following statement regarding the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority’s final decision on the merger between Aquarion and the South Central Connecticut Regional Water Authority. “It’s a backbreaker. Aquarion customers will get crushed by a tsunami of annual water rate hikes. The deal stunk from Day One. Several members of the ... Home
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03/24/2026
Sen. Cicarella Honors World War II Veteran Michael P. Gibeau on 100th Birthday
WALLINGFORD – State Sen. Paul Cicarella (R-34) today presented a legislative citation to World War II veteran Michael P. Gibeau in recognition of his 100th birthday and his honorable service to the United States. “It was a great privilege to recognize Mr. Gibeau for his extraordinary life and legacy,” said Sen. Cicarella. “His hard work, ... Home
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03/23/2026
“Good.” Sen Harding Statement on GAE Committee Not Taking Up Controversial Reg Review Legislation
Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding the Government Administration and Elections (GAE) Committee co-chairs electing to not take up a bill proposal on its meeting agenda today which would have altered the composition of the bipartisan Legislative Regulation Review Committee. (Agenda: https://www.cga.ct.gov/2026/gaedata/ca/pdf/2026CA-00323-R001200GAE-CA.PDF) “Good. This was a power grab bill and horrible policy. The ... Home
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03/23/2026
“Vote ‘no’ on this power grab.” Sen. Harding on GAE Committee Putting Reg Review Committee Bill on Today’s Meeting Agenda
Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding the Government Administration and Elections (GAE) Committee including a bill proposal on its meeting agenda today which would alter the composition of the bipartisan Legislative Regulation Review Committee. (Agenda: https://www.cga.ct.gov/2026/gaedata/ca/pdf/2026CA-00323-R001200GAE-CA.PDF) “I urge supermajority Democrats: Vote ‘no’ on this power grab. Don’t alter the dynamic of a bipartisan ... Home
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03/22/2026
Sen. Cicarella Calls to Preserve Bipartisan Regulation Review Committee
Hartford – State Sen. Paul Cicarella (R-34) released the following statement regarding the future of the Regulation Review Committee and the importance of maintaining bipartisan legislative oversight: “I join my colleagues in emphasizing the importance of preserving the bipartisan structure of the Regulation Review Committee. As a member of this committee, I have seen firsthand ... Home
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03/20/2026
“Why now?” Sen. Harding on Attempt to Alter Composition of 54-Year Old Bipartisan Committee
Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding his opposition to a bill proposal which would alter the composition of the bipartisan Legislative Regulation Review Committee. “Why are supermajority Democrats doing this? And why now? Established in 1972, the Legislative Regulation Review Committee is the only committee with an equal number of Democrats and Republicans. ... Home
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💧A statement from Senate Minority Leader State Sen. Stephen Harding regarding the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority’s final decision on the merger between Aquarion and the South Central Connecticut Regional Water Authority. ... See MoreSee Less
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CT Democrats are okay with a law requiring a driver’s license to recycle more than 1,000 bottles, but refuse to require voter ID in elections.
They essentially made recycling more secure than elections.
Bottles secured. Elections wide open.
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Your faith. Your healthcare. Your choice. CT Senate Republicans are fighting to protect your religious rights against Democrat overreach. ... See MoreSee Less
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