

Heather Somers, elected in 2016, represents Connecticut’s 18th district. She is a Chief Deputy Senate Republican Leader and serves as Ranking Member of the Public Health Committee and the Appropriations Committee. Heather has been recognized as a champion of important initiatives in health care, tourism, mental health, senior housing and elder care. She is also a former councilwoman and mayor in her native Groton.
Explore the latest news and updates about Senator Heather Somers.
05/27/2025
HARTFORD, CT — Senator Heather Somers (R-Groton) today voted to support House Bill 7213, An Act Concerning Access to Reproductive Health Care, emphasizing that at the core of the bill is the critical need to ensure that all pregnant women, including those underage, have access to essential prenatal care, pain management, and necessary relief during ... Heather Somers
05/16/2025
CT Senate Republicans · “Kudos to the homeschoolers!” Sen. Somers updates 94.9 FM’s Lee Elci on Republicans’ efforts to prevent CT government overreach.
05/08/2025
HARTFORD, CT – Today, Senator Heather Somers (R-Groton) praised the Connecticut State Senate for the successful passage of Senate Bill 59, An Act Requiring a Plan for Beneficial Use Dredging, legislation aimed at advancing sustainable environmental practices in the state’s dredging operations. The bill, which passed unanimously, will require the Department of Energy and Environmental ... Heather Somers
05/07/2025
HARTFORD – Today, Senator Heather Somers (R-Groton) and Representative John-Michael Parker (D—Madison), Co-Chairs of the bipartisan Arts, Culture, and Tourism Caucus, proudly hosted the first-ever Arts, Culture, and Tourism Day at the Connecticut State Capitol. This landmark event brought together almost 100 local businesses, cultural institutions, and tourism advocates to showcase the richness of Connecticut’s ... Heather Somers
05/02/2025
Sen. Heather Somers, Sen. Eric Berthel, Sen. Jason Perillo, Sen. Rob Sampson, Sen. Henri Martin, Sen. Paul Cicarella, and Sen. Stephen Harding today urged Connecticut homeschooler families to attend a Homeschooling Informational Hearing at 2:00 PM on Monday, May 5 in Room 2 E of the Legislative Office Building in Hartford. (YouTube hearing link here: ... Heather Somers
04/23/2025
Sen. Heather Somers, Ranking Senator on the Appropriations Committee, and Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding the Democrats’ Appropriations Committee budget bill. “Majority Democrat legislators at the State Capitol want to raise your taxes. That’s their message to Connecticut. They think you don’t pay enough in taxes. Gov. Lamont notes how this budget ... Heather Somers
04/23/2025
Sen. Heather Somers, Sen. Jeff Gordon and Sen. Stephen Harding today issued the following statement regarding their vote in the Appropriations Committee to double the state grant for special education while offsetting those new funds with a corresponding reduction for higher education. “Budgets are about priorities. Senate Republicans support more funding – full funding – ... Heather Somers
04/15/2025
HARTFORD, CT—Senator Heather Somers (R—Groton) released the following statement regarding today’s Senate Session, and boycott of the vote for PURA Commissioner Marissa Gillett’s re-nomination: “Today, I chose to walk out with my Senate Republican colleagues rather than cast a vote on the re-nomination of Marissa Gillett. At a time when we should be voting for ... Heather Somers
04/14/2025
HARTFORD, CT – Senator Heather Somers (R-Groton) today applauded the final approval by the State Bond Commission of critical bonding funds for several significant projects in the 18th District. These include $250,000 for upgrades at the Mystic & Noank Library, $250,000 for marina construction in Stonington, and $8 million for environmental remediation at the former ... Heather Somers
Thank you for all the well wishes. Norman update: This picture came from Ocean State Vet hospital. Norman has a mouthful of broken teeth, broken paw, serious internal bruising and was on oxygen because of his breathing. This morning he is sweet and trying to get his belly rubbed but he cannot roll over. Looks like he will be ok just a few weeks of rehab, pain meds and crate confinement. He appreciates all the prayers and positive thoughts- thank you all again! ... See MoreSee Less
This is our little Norman. He was hit this morning at 7 AM on Haley Road in Mystic by a black sedan who didn’t stop. I’ll remind the person who hit him that it is illegal to hit an animal and not stop. We have a filed a police report and they are checking the cameras. He is currently at Ocean State Veterinary Hospital under sedation and we are monitoring his severe injuries. If anyone has information please PM me and say a prayer for Norman. ... See MoreSee Less
Today, I had the privilege of rising on the Senate floor to recognize an outstanding young man from Griswold: Matthew McCoy.
At just 15 years old, Matthew competed at the USA Powerlifting High School Nationals in Wisconsin and broke five world records, bringing home 1st place in the JV Teen 100kg division. His record-setting lifts included a 363 lb bench press, 545 lb squat, and 555 lb deadlift—with a 1463 lb total, earning both American and World Records along the way.
Matthew is an honor roll student at Griswold High School and the first to tell you this achievement didn’t come easy—it took discipline, perseverance, and an incredible work ethic.
Congratulations, Matthew! You’ve made your family, your school, and your entire community extremely proud. I can’t wait to see what you accomplish next!
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