PROUDLY SERVING THE 18TH DISTRICT
State Senator Heather Somers
Senior Deputy Republican Leader
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.
"Together, we can bridge divides and build a brighter future for all Connecticut families."
Thank you to Pfizer and BioNTech for visiting the State Capitol today as part of phRMA Lobby Day. It was a pleasure to welcome you to my office and hear about the great work you’re doing. Always proud to see some of our largest employers leading the way in the 18th District, making an impact both locally and globally!
🧊🐧It was nice to see some very special guests at the Capitol today—thank you to Mystic Aquarium from the 18th District for bringing your amazing penguins! These flippered friends are not only adorable, they help highlight the important conservation work happening right here in Connecticut.
🍄It was a fungi kind of day in Stonington yesterday! I joined Governor Lamont and Commissioner Hurlburt at Seacoast Mushrooms — my second time visiting this incredible operation. It was a great opportunity to highlight the innovative work they’re doing with climate-smart agriculture. Seacoast Mushrooms was recently named the 2025 SBA Veteran-Owned Small Business of the Year and received a $250,000 CT Grown for CT Kids Grant to expand their operations and support school meals across Connecticut.