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, Sen. Jeff Gordon, Sen. Henri Martin, Sen. Eric Berthel and Sen. Rob Sampson today issued the following statement with regard to the arrest of a Connecticut woman who was allegedly impersonating a licensed nurse and performing unauthorized procedures as well as the arrest of a woman who owned the staffing agency that ... Home
Sen. Stephen Harding on Jan. 13 stood in support of farmers from Litchfield County and throughout the state who are facing major tax increases following changes to how state farmland is assessed. “We are standing with farmers and pushing back against harmful farmland tax hikes that threaten family farms and open space in our communities,” ... Home
HARTFORD, CT – State Senator Jason Perillo (R-Shelton) strongly urges the Office of the Attorney General to appeal a Connecticut judge’s ruling that overturned state regulators’ decision to deny the Aquarion Water merger. This ruling comes months after the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) voted to deny the acquisition of Aquarion Water Company by the ... Home
Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding a recent study which ranked Connecticut among the most expensive states for raising a child. (https://smartasset.com/data-studies/cost-raise-child-state-2025) “Yet another study, and yet another example of how unaffordable Connecticut is. Property taxes are way too high, electricity bills are crushing family budgets, and health insurance rates jump by double ... Home
HARTFORD, CT – State Senator Jeff Gordon (R-Woodstock), along with his Republican colleagues, will be hosting a public forum with Connecticut farmers to discuss the steep farmland property tax hikes they are facing and potential solutions to the problem. This forum will be held on Tuesday, January 20, at 11:00 a.m. in Room 1E of ... Home
Sen. Stephen Harding, Sen. Ryan Fazio, Sen. Heather Somers, Sen. Tony Hwang, and Sen. Eric Berthel today issued the following statement regarding a Connecticut judge’s rejection of state regulators’ denial of the Aquarion Water merger. “We respectfully urge the Office of the Attorney General to appeal this decision. In November, we thanked PURA for voting ... Home
FAIRFIELD, CT—State Senator Tony Hwang (R—Fairfield) today announced his heartfelt appreciation and recognition of Carla Miklos, Executive Director of Operation Hope in Connecticut, following her announcement that she will retire at the end of March after nearly two decades of dedicated service. Throughout her tenure, Carla Miklos has been a steadfast advocate for individuals and ... Home
Sign the Petition at: www.SaveCTLand.org Senate Republican Leader Pro Tempore Henri Martin (R-Bristol) today echoed Republican support for Connecticut farmers who are facing major tax increases following changes to how state farmland is assessed. State law (Public Act 490) sets the assessment value for farm, forest and open space property at the use value as ... Home
The cost of living in Connecticut is out of control — from housing and electric bills to everyday necessities.
But after more than a decade of one-party rule in Hartford, Democrats continue to deny the reality people are facing due to their failed leadership.
While people struggle to make ends meet, their solution never changes: more government, more spending, and less money left in your pocket.
Connecticut Senate Republicans are working hard to make our state more affordable and will continue the fight during the upcoming 2026 legislative session! ... See MoreSee Less
Join us for a Farmer’s Forum on Tuesday, January 20, at 11:00 a.m. in Room 1E of the Legislative Office Building in Hartford, CT.
We want to hear directly from YOU about the impacts of PA-490, which is driving property tax hikes on farmland across Connecticut. Our senators want to listen to your experiences, discuss the challenges you’re facing, and talk through potential solutions.
We hope you’ll join us on Tuesday and make your voices heard about this important issue.
Please spread the word and share this information with others who may be interested in attending! ... See MoreSee Less
