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07/10/2026
Sen. Sampson: Connecticut Showed Up for America’s 250th Anniversary—Why Didn’t the Media?
Hartford— State Sen. Rob Sampson (R-16) released the following statement after representing Connecticut at the Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C., celebrating America’s 250th anniversary: “America only turns 250 once. This should have been a moment of pride for every Connecticut resident, regardless of political party. When Connecticut was left without official representation at ... Sen. Sampson: Connecticut Showed Up for America’s 250th Anniversary—Why Didn’t the Media?
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07/07/2026
Senator Gordon Launches Petition Urging Careful Review of Proposed Eversource Rate Increase
HARTFORD, CT – State Senator Jeff Gordon (R-Woodstock) today announced the launch of a public petition urging the Connecticut Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA) to carefully scrutinize Eversource’s anticipated electric rate increase request and reject any additional burden on ratepayers. Eversource has notified PURA that it intends to file a rate case seeking an overall ... Senator Gordon Launches Petition Urging Careful Review of Proposed Eversource Rate Increase
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07/01/2026
Latest Column | 'America at 250: Let Us Be Exceptional Again' (July 2026)
By State Sen. Rob Sampson This year, we will celebrate the United States of America’s 250th birthday. For me, it will be far more than an anniversary on a calendar, and I believe millions of Americans feel the same. It should mark a season of celebration, reflection, gratitude, and national renewal: a chance to remember ... Latest Column | ‘America at 250: Let Us Be Exceptional Again’ (July 2026)