


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.
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05/21/2026
PLAINFIELD, CT—State Senator Heather Somers (R—Stonington) today announced that Plainfield VFW Post 5446 will receive $200,000 through this year’s state budget adjustment to support building repairs and rehabilitation efforts. Senator Somers advocated for the funding following multiple visits to the facility, where she witnessed firsthand the urgent infrastructure and maintenance needs facing the post. The ... Heather Somers
05/14/2026
GROTON, CT—State Senator Heather Somers (R—Stonington) today celebrated the reopening of Shore Avenue in Groton following the successful completion of the Shore Avenue Seawall Project. The project restores critical infrastructure damaged during severe storms and strengthens the shoreline against future coastal impacts. Construction began in 2024 to rebuild the seawall, repair the roadway, and improve ... Heather Somers
05/13/2026
Sen. Stephen Harding, Sen. Heather Somers, Sen. Jeff Gordon and Sen. Eric Berthel issued the following statement regarding the release of funding to provide immediate relief to the state’s dairy farmers. “Seven weeks ago, Senate Republicans called on the governor to provide relief for local dairy farmers. There are only about 80 dairy farms remaining ... Heather Somers
04/18/2026
HARTFORD, CT—State Senator Heather Somers (R—Groton) voted to advance Senate Bill 268, An Act Authorizing the Comptroller to Withhold Payment for Violations of the Prevailing Wage Statutes. “This legislation strengthens accountability and helps ensure that workers are paid fairly for the work they do,” said Sen. Somers. “In our region—home to thousands of skilled tradespeople, ... Heather Somers
04/01/2026
“April Fool’s?” CT Families Aren’t Laughing. Senate Republicans Blast Democrats for Failure to Make CT More Affordable (Watch the press conference here.) Senate Republicans on April Fool’s Day blasted supermajority Democrats for failing to make Connecticut more affordable as Democrats offer legislative proposals to make the state even more unaffordable for working families. “Supermajority Democrats ... Heather Somers
03/11/2026
“Democracy does not end at 12:15AM”—Senator Somers (View Sen. Somers Full Comments Here) HARTFORD, CT—Today, State Senator Heather Somers (R—Stonington) voiced strong frustration with the leadership of the legislature’s Public Health Committee after a motion was made and approved to end the public hearing comment period at 12:15 a.m. The motion passed on an 18–11 ... Heather Somers
03/06/2026
CT Senate Republicans · “Outrageous.” Sen. Somers updates Talk of CT on the Mar. 11 hearings on controversial homeschooling and vaccine bills where supermajority Democrats are limiting public speech.
03/04/2026
Prior to today’s announcement of Waterbury Hospital becoming the first of three hospitals expected to join the newly created $400 million UConn Health Community Network, Sen. Stephen Harding, Sen. Heather Somers and Sen. Ryan Fazio are raising concerns regarding the credibility of the chief executive officer of the University of Connecticut Health Center. (View the ... Heather Somers
03/03/2026
HARTFORD, CT—State Senator Heather Somers (R–Stonington), Ranking Member of the Appropriations Committee, today commended Governor Lamont’s decision to use line-item veto authority to strike millions of dollars in earmarked funding from Senate Bill 298. The action follows proposals from both Senate Republicans and the governor aimed at reforming the earmark process. “I commend the governor ... Heather Somers
🎉🥂💆🏼♀️Congratulations to Jamie and the entire team at Mystic Salon & HeadSpa on their grand opening in Mystic!
Although I was unable to attend the Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce’s ribbon cutting due to a scheduling conflict, I was pleased to stop by beforehand to present a Connecticut General Assembly citation and congratulate Jamie and her staff on this exciting milestone.
Mystic Salon + Head Spa is bringing something truly unique to our region as the home of Connecticut’s first luxury head spa experience. From salon services to specialized scalp and wellness treatments, Jamie has created a space dedicated to helping clients look and feel their best.
Congratulations to Jamie and her team on this exciting achievement and on bringing an innovative new business to the Mystic community.
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Congratulations to the students who participated in Electric Boat’s Signing Day and officially committed to beginning their careers after graduation.
Whether entering the skilled trades or technical workforce, these students have demonstrated hard work, determination, and a commitment to building a strong future for themselves and our state. As they begin their careers with Electric Boat, they will play an important role in building the submarines that help defend our nation, protect our freedoms, and support the men and women who serve in the United States Navy.
Connecticut has a long and proud shipbuilding tradition, and it is inspiring to see the next generation stepping forward to carry that legacy on. I have no doubt these students will make a lasting impact through their work and dedication.
Congratulations to all of the graduates, and best wishes as you begin this exciting new chapter.
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Great turnout at the Greater Mystic Chamber of Commerce’s Summer Kickoff at Delamar Mystic last night. It was wonderful to see so many local business owners, community leaders, and friends coming together along the waterfront to celebrate the start of the summer season in Mystic.
Events like this are a great reminder of how strong and connected our shoreline community is. Thank you to the Greater Mystic Chamber and Delamar Mystic for hosting such a beautiful evening. Looking forward to another great summer in southeastern Connecticut!
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