

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.
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06/30/2025
Sens. Martin & Harding: Former Paier College Compliance Issues Demand Accountability
Sen. Henri Martin, Ranking Senator on the Higher Education and Employment Advancement Committee, and Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding former Paier College being out of compliance with state rules after its closure in early May. (Related story: https://www.ctinsider.com/news/article/paier-college-closure-website-20397466.php) “It’s highly concerning. So former Paier students are now left high and dry? How ... Henri Martin
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06/28/2025
“Restore trust.” CT Senate GOP on UConn Health Nursing Staff Morale
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 ... Henri Martin
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06/27/2025
(Listen) Sen. Martin updates the Talk of CT on his efforts to boost jobs in the trades and protect parental rights.
CT Senate Republicans · Sen. Martin updates the Talk of CT on his efforts to boost jobs in the trades and protect parental rights.
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06/06/2025
“Just veto it.” CT Senate GOP Statement on House Bill 5002
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 ... Henri Martin
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05/29/2025
Sen. Martin Applauds Final Passage of Bill to Boost Skilled Trades Opportunities in CT
Sen. Henri Martin is applauding the final passage of legislation he is co-sponsoring that seeks to loosen Connecticut’s restrictions on hiring apprentices for companies in the electrical, plumbing, heating, piping and cooling, sprinkler fitter and sheet metal work trades. Sen. Martin said loosening the current hiring ratio rules in the skilled trades regarding apprentices and ... Henri Martin
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05/20/2025
Sen. Martin Celebrates CT Manufacturers
Sen. Henri Martin recently joined manufacturers and a bipartisan group of legislators to celebrate “Manufacturing Day” at the State Capitol. “This event brought hundreds of students to the State Capitol to learn about the innovative products that are made right here in Connecticut,” Sen. Martin said. “As lawmakers, it is very helpful for us to ... Henri Martin
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05/07/2025
Sen. Martin Applauds “Street Takeover” Bill’s Overwhelming Passage in CT Senate
Sen. Henri Martin applauded the State Senate’s May 7 overwhelming passage of a bill that would allow law enforcement to confiscate driver’s licenses or vehicles used in so-called “street takeovers” in addition to authorizing municipalities to adopt ordinances related to street takeovers and destroy seized vehicles after 30 days. (https://www.cga.ct.gov/2025/BA/PDF/2025SB-01284-R000732-BA.PDF) “This is a positive step. ... Henri Martin
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05/05/2025
Sen. Martin Backs Measure to Improve Contaminated Properties
Sen. Henri Martin of Bristol, the ranking Republican senator on the legislature’s Commerce Committee, has voted in favor of legislation revising the state’s so-called Transfer Act in order to strike a better balance between expensive environmental cleanups and economic development opportunities. “This has been a true bipartisan effort to be proud of,” Sen. Martin said. ... Henri Martin
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05/02/2025
CT Senate GOP Urges Homeschooling Community to Attend Monday Informational Hearing
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: ... Henri Martin
“If you are going to take 6 to 8% percent from your workforce then you should be leading the way in reducing your salaries. That is how I look at it.
It is extremely offensive. You are making $800,000 and for some of these nurses they make $100,000 and you are going to take 10% away from them. That is almost a month’s salary for someone. That turns their life upside down.”
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CT GOP leaders call on UConn Health to address executive salaries. CEO earns $800K+
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“I feel that for many years UConn in general, particularly with UConn Health, we have seen a top heavy salary structure and you are not seeing the investment in other areas of the structure of the â...- likes 6
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It was a pleasure to join the Central CT Chambers of Commerce for the State of the Region Legislative Breakfast alongside fellow legislators and municipal leaders.
Thank you to the Chamber for bringing us together to share updates, reflect on the 2025 legislative session, and continue the conversation about how we can best support our region's needs. Events like this are key to keeping our communities connected and moving forward!
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It was an honor to attend Plainvilleâs Juneteenth celebration last weekâan inspiring event filled with music, dancing, powerful reflections, and community spirit.
Juneteenth commemorates a pivotal moment in our nationâs history: the end of slavery in the United States. Itâs a day to remember, to celebrate freedom, and to come together in unity.
Thank you to all who made this celebration meaningful and memorable for our community. #Juneteenth
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