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"Horrific. We need answers." CT Senate GOP Statement on 20-Year Waterbury Kidnapping Captive

Sen. Jason Perillo, Ranking Senator on the Committee on Children, Sen. Rob Sampson, Sen. Heather Somers and Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding a woman who has been arrested in Waterbury after allegedly kidnapping a man and holding him captive for over 20 years. (https://www.wtnh.com/news/connecticut/new-haven/waterbury-woman-arrested-for-holding-stepson-captive-for-over-20-years/) “The affidavit says the victim detailed a life ... “Horrific. We need answers.” CT Senate GOP Statement on 20-Year Waterbury Kidnapping Captive

New Details of UConn Professor's World Travels Emerge; CT Senate GOP: "The tip of the iceberg?"

Sen. Rob Sampson, Sen. Henri Martin, Sen. Heather Somers and Sen. Stephen Harding today issued the following statement regarding details that have emerged on how a UConn professor allegedly used university funds for vacations to Disney and overseas. “Eye-opening arrogance, waste, fraud and abuse on display. And we, the overburdened CT taxpayers, have been paying ... New Details of UConn Professor’s World Travels Emerge; CT Senate GOP: “The tip of the iceberg?”

Senator Somers Celebrates Success in Passing Coronary Calcium Scan Bill, Applauds Continued Efforts During Heart Awareness Month

HARTFORD, CT – Senator Heather Somers (R-Groton), Ranking Member of the Public Health Committee, expressed her continued support for raising awareness around heart health and the importance of access to early detection tools like the Coronary Calcium Scan. Her efforts last legislative session to pass a bill expanding coverage for this vital diagnostic tool are ... Senator Somers Celebrates Success in Passing Coronary Calcium Scan Bill, Applauds Continued Efforts During Heart Awareness Month