

Dr. Jeff Gordon, elected in 2022, represents Connecticut’s 35th District. He serves as a Ranking Member on the Planning & Development and Veterans’ Affairs Committees, and is a member of the Appropriations, Public Health, and Public Safety Committees. As one of only two medical doctors in the Connecticut legislature, “Doctor-Senator” is known for his work on health insurance reform as well as healthcare affordability and accessibility, especially for rural communities.
Explore the latest news and updates about Senator Jeff Gordon.
02/13/2025
Sen. Henri Martin, Sen. Jeff Gordon, Sen. Ryan Fazio and Sen. Stephen Harding today issued the following statement regarding CT government falling far short of electrifying half of the state vehicle fleet by next year. “State law says that by Jan. 1, approximately 1,200 state government vehicles must be EVs. Connecticut government currently has just ... Jeff Gordon
02/07/2025
Sen. Heather Somers, Sen. Paul Cicarella, Sen. Jeff Gordon and Sen. Stephen Harding issued the following statement regarding the DENIAL of parole today for a man convicted in an ambush-style killing of CT State Police trooper Russell Bagshaw in the early 1990s. “Good! We joined with law enforcement groups from across America as well as ... Jeff Gordon
02/04/2025
Sen. Jeff Gordon, Sen. Henri Martin, Sen. Ryan Fazio and Sen. Stephen Harding today issued the following statement regarding the governor announcing that he has little appetite to resume the effort to phase out sales of new gas-powered cars over the next decade. (Related story: https://ctmirror.org/2025/02/03/ned-lamont-ct-electric-vehicles/) “Good. The EV mandate would have crushed already struggling ... Jeff Gordon
01/27/2025
HARTFORD, CT – State Sen. Jeff Gordon and State Rep. Kurt Vail, issued the following statement regarding recent news about Lake Mashapaug’s Speed Limit Legislation. “We are proud to share progress on an important public safety concern to the residents of Union. We have been working together on this issue after hearing serious concerns from ... Jeff Gordon
01/21/2025
CT Senate Republicans · “We can’t let our hospitals fail, and we need to put patients over profits.” Sen. Gordon updates WICC.
01/17/2025
HARTFORD, CT – State Sen. Jeff Gordon (R-Woodstock), a practicing doctor and state legislator, announced today the introduction of Senate Bill 260, which targets workforce development to Address Health Care Shortages. As both a physician and a lawmaker, Sen. Gordon has seen firsthand the severe health care workforce shortages that are impacting patients and communities ... Jeff Gordon
01/14/2025
HARTFORD, CT – In response to recent announcements from Trinity Health of New England regarding significant employment changes for physicians at Saint Mary’s Hospital, State Sen. Jeff Gordon (R-Woodstock), a practicing physician and member of the Public Health Committee, issued the following statement: As both a physician and a legislator, I find Trinity Health’s approach ... Jeff Gordon
01/14/2025
HARTFORD, CT – In response to statements from Governor Lamont and Attorney General Tong regarding Prospect Medical Holdings’ bankruptcy announcement, State Sen. Jeff Gordon (R-Woodstock) reiterated the urgency of addressing the systemic issues threatening Connecticut’s hospitals. “While the administration’s comments are a step in the right direction, I have repeatedly called for action and proposed ... Jeff Gordon
01/13/2025
Proposes ‘Putting Patients Over Profits Act’ as solution to protect patients and healthcare professionals. HARTFORD, CT – In light of Prospect Medical Holdings recent announcement that it is initiating chapter 11 proceedings in the United States Bankruptcy Court, State Sen. Jeff Gordon (R-Woodstock), a member of the Public Health Committee, remains strongly committed to addressing ... Jeff Gordon
Learn more about the decisions being made on issues important to you and your community. The legislature’s committees have been busy hosting public hearings, conducting meetings, and taking votes. You can use links on the agendas to watch all of these on YouTube. CT-N also provides a way to watch. You can register to testify in person or via Zoom. You can send in written testimony. Go to cga.ct.gov/ and you can find more information about each day’s meetings, public hearings, and events. Reach out to my office if you have questions or need help.
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My wife and I are saddened by the news that Russ Dowd passed away. I had the pleasure to know Russ. He was a very kind man who cared deeply about his community, as exemplified by the many ways he served the people of Woodstock and beyond. He made things better because he worked to do so. He will be missed. Our condolences to his family and his firefighter brothers and sisters. ... See MoreSee Less
🇺🇸Yesterday I had the honor to join with Eastford First Selectwoman Deb Richards and present a state citation to Anthony S Tiemann recognizing and thanking him for his military service during the Korean War. Tony is 92 years “young”. A wonderful visit with his wife (Laura) and him. I always enjoy talking with our veterans, and working for them (and their families) as the Ranking Senator on the Veterans and Military Affairs Committee. ... See MoreSee Less