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."
“Quite frankly I think the thing that bothers me the most about this is that it decreases the opportunities of women.”
Today, we honor the incredible service and sacrifice of both U.S. Military Working Dogs and Police K9s on #NationalK9VeteransDay. These brave pups have been protecting our communities and our country, from military missions to keeping our streets safe.
A special shoutout to Connecticut’s Army National Guard, the only military working dog unit in the Army Guard/Reserve component, for their unique role in supporting our nation’s defense.
At the same time, I want to highlight important legislation I introduced like SB 267, or “Nero’s Bill,” which will allow emergency medical services to provide urgent care and transport for injured police dogs. These four-legged heroes deserve the same care and respect as their human counterparts.
Let’s continue to show our gratitude for all the K9s who serve and protect us. #K9Heroes #NerosBill #SupportOurK9s #K9Veterans #ThankYouK9s
I am thrilled to see the Community Investment Fund support the Town of Plainfield with $8 million to remediate the former InterRoyal mill site. This critical investment will help transform an abandoned brownfield into a vibrant mixed-use community, creating new opportunities for growth and revitalization. Proud to be a part of this effort to build a brighter future for our communities! #communityinvestment #revitalization #PlainfieldCT #EconomicGrowth