

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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06/28/2025
Sen. Henri Martin, Sen. Heather Somers, Sen. Jeff Gordon and Sen. Stephen Harding today issued the following statement regarding UConn Health abruptly reversing a controversial plan to cut pay for more than 250 nurses. (Related story: https://www.courant.com/2025/06/28/uconn-health-changes-course/) “Despite this reversal, UConn Health now has a major staff morale problem in addition to its perennial budget ... Heather Somers
06/11/2025
HARTFORD, CT — Senator Heather Somers (R–Groton), Representative Aundré Bumgardner (D–Groton), and Representative Greg Howard (R–North Stonington) are pleased to announce the recent passage of several important bills that will enhance Connecticut’s environment and improve outdoor recreational opportunities for local residents. Promoting Sustainable Seafood and Controlling Invasive Species House Bill 6222, which Governor Ned Lamont ... Heather Somers
06/06/2025
Sen. Jeff Gordon, Sen. Rob Sampson, Sen. Ryan Fazio, Sen. Tony Hwang, Sen. Heather Somers, Sen. John A. Kissel, Sen. Eric Berthel, Sen. Henri Martin, Sen. Paul Cicarella, and Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement in reaction to the governor on June 5 saying he wishes he was “more involved” in the crafting of ... 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
🚨BREAKING NEWS: Governor Lamont just confirmed his reappointment of PURA Chair Marissa Gillett—despite her deleting government text messages while CT residents suffer under sky-high electric bills.
Senate Republicans are demanding answers. Why? Because to the average, overburdened ratepayer, it looks far too convenient that critical texts just disappeared.
We’re calling on the legislature’s new Government Oversight Committee to investigate this fully and restore the public’s trust. Connecticut deserves better and lower electric rates!
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A little late in posting but Happy Birthday to my first born. No better way to celebrate than with friends at the Delamar! Wishing you only great things in the coming year!! Happy happy birthday!! ... See MoreSee Less
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