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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.
View AllState Senator Stephen Harding
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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10/02/2026
Sen. Harding Statement Re: Adjudicatory Hearing Granted on Iroquois Gas Brookfield Compressor Station
Sen. Stephen Harding (R-Brookfield) issued the following statement regarding the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection granting a public adjudicatory hearing on Iroquois Gas Transmission System, L.P.’s proposed expansion of its Brookfield Compressor Station. “This represents continued positive news, and it’s a testament to the hard work of people of all ages and backgrounds ... Home
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10/02/2026
Sen. Gordon Applauds $85,993 State Grant for Chaplin Open Space Project
HARTFORD, CT – State Senator Jeff Gordon (R-Woodstock) today welcomed the announcement that the Town of Chaplin will receive $85,993 in state funding for the Helen Garrison Open Space Project. The funding was awarded through the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection’s (DEEP) 2026 Connecticut Recreational Trails Grant Program. The grant will support planning ... Home
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10/02/2026
Sen. Cicarella Calls for Immediate Gas Tax Relief: “Put People Over Politics”
Hartford— State Sen. Paul Cicarella, joined by House Republican Leader Vincent Candelora, Rep. Dave Yaccarino, and Rep. Joe Zullo, is calling on Gov. Ned Lamont and the legislature’s Democratic majority to support immediate relief for Connecticut families by temporarily suspending the state taxes on gasoline and diesel through the end of the year. Connecticut drivers ... Home
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10/02/2026
Sen. Sampson Honored by ManufactureCT for Support of Connecticut Manufacturers
Hartford — State Sen. Rob Sampson (R-16) was recognized by ManufactureCT Thursday evening for his support of Connecticut’s manufacturing community and the businesses and employers that create jobs and economic opportunity across the state. Sen. Sampson was unable to attend the event due to a longstanding commitment in his hometown. His remarks were shared with ... Home
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09/30/2026
CT House & Senate GOP Leaders Call for Suspension of State Taxes on Gas and Diesel
Citing flexibility in the Special Transportation Fund, Republicans say relief can’t wait HARTFORD— On behalf of their respective caucuses, House Republican Leader Vincent Candelora (R-North Branford) and Senate Republican Leader Stephen Harding (R-Brookfield) on Wednesday urged Governor Ned Lamont and legislative Democrats to join Republicans and act immediately to suspend Connecticut’s taxes on gasoline and ... Home
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09/28/2026
(Listen) The CT State University System is an “unacceptable mess” – So … Where’s the Accountability and the Investigation? Sen. Martin Updates Talk of CT.
CT Senate Republicans · The CT State University System is an “unacceptable mess” – So … Where’s the Accountability and the Investigation? Sen. Martin Updates Talk of CT.
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09/28/2026
GOP Statement on vice chair of CSCU Board of Regents resigning
Sen. Henri Martin and Sen. Jeff Gordon issued the following statement regarding the vice chair of the CSCU Board of Regents resigning. “The mess at CSCU just gets messier. The individual who was leading the search for the new Chancellor has cited an overall ‘no-win situation’ and ‘dysfunctional culture’ at CSCU with no further details. ... Home
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09/25/2026
“Preventable Tragedy”: CT Senate GOP Statement on Elvin Hernandez
On behalf of the CT Senate Republican Caucus, Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding the death of Connecticut Department of Transportation employee Elvin Hernandez, 60, who was killed this morning when he was struck by a motor vehicle while doing road maintenance work on Interstate 95 in Fairfield. “A senseless – and preventable ... Home
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09/24/2026
Sen. Gordon Issues Statement About the CSCU and Board of Regents Leadership Crisis
HARTFORD, CT – State Sen. Jeff Gordon (R-Woodstock) issued the following statement about the continuing leadership and oversight crisis within the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities (CSCU) system and the Board of Regents: The ongoing failures and alleged misconduct within the leadership of the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities (CSCU) highlight not just a serious ... Home
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⛽️The state legislature can lower your gas prices right now! Suspending the state gas and diesel taxes through Dec. 31 would save you at least $2.75 on every fill-up. CT Republicans are calling on the Governor and Democrats to join us in suspending the gas tax now and help make life more affordable for the people of our state. ...
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⛽️CT House & Senate Republicans Call for Suspension of State Taxes on Gas and Diesel. ...
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🇺🇸 Today on VFW Day, we thank the men and women of the Veterans of Foreign Wars for their service to our country and their continued dedication to fellow veterans and their families.
For 127 years, VFW members have stood together to ensure those who served are supported, honored and never forgotten. To every VFW member and local post, thank you for all you do for our communities.
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