
State Senator Henri Martin

State Senator Henri Martin
Senate Republican Leader Pro Tempore
Henri Martin, elected to his 6th term in 2024, represents Connecticut’s 31st District. He serves as the Ranking Member on the Commerce Committee, the Higher Education Committee and the Committee on Children. Henri is a longtime small business owner in Bristol and has previously served that town as councilman and Acting Mayor.
LATEST NEWS
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04/27/2026
Really? In Less Than a Year, 2 CT University Chancellors Have Stepped Down? Sen. Martin Updates the Talk of CT’s Gary Byron on the Questions Being Raised.
CT Senate Republicans · Really? In less than a year, 2 CT University Chancellors have stepped down? Sen. Martin updates the Talk of CT’s Gary Byron on the questions being raised.
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04/01/2026
(Watch) On April Fool’s Day, CT Senate GOP Blast Democrats for Failure to Make CT More Affordable
“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 ... Henri Martin
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03/06/2026
Sen. Martin Pushes to Eliminate Public Benefits Charge as PURA Commissioner Nominations Approved
Watch Sen. Martin’s remarks here. Senate Republican Leader Pro Tem Henri Martin (R-Bristol) yesterday echoed the concerns of utility customers across Connecticut, emphasizing the need to fully eliminate the controversial public benefits charge on electric bills, which has contributed to the state’s nation-leading electricity costs. Sen. Martin raised the issue as a member ... Henri Martin
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03/03/2026
Sen. Martin Statement on Gov. Lamont’s Line-Item Vetoes of Funding in SB 298
HARTFORD – Senate Minority Leader Pro Tem Henri Martin (R-Bristol) issued the following statement regarding the governor’s line-item veto of more than $3.8 million in budget earmarks approved in last week’s ‘emergency’ session. “I am pleased that the governor listened to Senate and House Republicans’ repeated concerns about how millions of taxpayer dollars are doled ... Henri Martin
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02/17/2026
‘Martin supports Pilot Program reform’ (Bristol Press)
As published in the Bristol Press: BRISTOL — Sen. Henri Martin was thanked by Tyson Belanger, owner of Shady Oaks, and Chris Carter, president of the Connecticut Assisted Living Association, for his efforts to support “Pilot Program” reform. Belanger, Carter and Martin explained to a group of about 20 seniors and their family members ... Henri Martin
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02/10/2026
(Watch) Sen. Martin, CT Senate GOP Unveil Bold Plan to Permanently Reduce Burdens by Thousands of $$$ a Year
Proposals Would Permanently Reduce Burdens by Thousands of Dollars WATCH the press conference here. HARTFORD – State Senate Republican Leader Pro Tem Henri Martin (R-Bristol) and the Connecticut Senate Republican Caucus today unveiled a comprehensive plan that effectively eliminates the car tax for working class families, limits property tax increases, lowers income tax burdens ... Henri Martin
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02/10/2026
(Watch) CT Senate GOP Unveils Bold Plan to Permanently Reduce Burdens by Thousands of $$$ a Year
“Can’t Afford CT… …Can’t Afford CT Democrats!” CT Senate GOP Unveils Plan to Effectively Eliminate the Car Tax for the Working Class, Reduce Electricity Bills and Deliver Working Class Income Tax Relief Proposals Would Permanently Reduce Burdens by Thousands of Dollars (WATCH THE PRESS CONFERENCE HERE.) The Connecticut Senate Republican Caucus today unveiled a comprehensive ... Henri Martin
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02/09/2026
“Disturbing.” Sen. Martin updates Talk of CT on the possible misspending of millions of CT taxpayer housing grant dollars.
CT Senate Republicans · “Disturbing.” Sen. Martin updates Talk of CT on the possible misspending of millions of CT taxpayer housing grant dollars.
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02/03/2026
“Blatant Fear-Mongering.” CT Senate GOP Blast CEA Boss’s Comments About Armed ICE Agents in Schools
Several Connecticut Senate Republican lawmakers are calling for the resignation of Connecticut Education Association President Kate Dias after Dias’ recent statement about “armed ICE agents operating in and around schools, disrupting learning, shattering a sense of safety, and filling families and staff with anxiety.” https://cea.org/statement-from-cea-president-kate-dias-on-violence-involving-ice-and-need-for-safe-welcoming-schools/ “The statement is 100 % false, wrong, irresponsible and blatant ... Henri Martin
I was proud to help coordinate this special effort between students from Linden Street School, Toffolon School, and Wheeler Elementary School and the Plainville Police Department. The heartfelt thank-you cards and posters created by these students were a wonderful display of appreciation for the men and women who serve our community. It was inspiring to see such kindness, gratitude, and community spirit on display. ... See MoreSee Less





Join me this week in Bristol for coffee and a conversation about what’s happening at the Capitol and other state issues that are important to you.
🗓️06/05
📍Rodd's Restaurant
⏰8 AM
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It was an honor to join the community at the Harwinton Memorial Day Parade as we came together to remember and pay tribute to the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Memorial Day is a time to reflect on their courage, honor their legacy, and express our gratitude for the freedoms they secured. Thank you to everyone who helped make this meaningful tradition possible and to all who came out to show their support. 🇺🇸
— Senator Henri Martin
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