State Senator Rob Sampson

Sen. Sampson Slams Passage of H.B. 5044 as an “Anti-Freedom” Expansion of Government Power

Hartford — State Sen. Rob Sampson (R-16) released the following statement following today’s passage of H.B. 5044: An Act Establishing Connecticut Vaccine Standards: “On March 11, the Legislative Office Building was filled with residents from across Connecticut standing up for their fundamental rights. Hallways were packed, hearing rooms were overflowing, and people made it clear ... Rob Sampson 

Sen. Sampson Questions Wisdom of S.B. 5 as Bureaucratic Overreach That Threatens Consumer Freedom

Hartford — State Sen. Rob Sampson (R-16) issued the following statement regarding S.B. 5, An Act Concerning Online Safety: “S.B. 5 is another example of Connecticut Democrats trying to regulate a national issue at the state level. Artificial intelligence should be addressed carefully and consistently at the federal level, not through heavy-handed state mandates. This ... Rob Sampson 

Sen. Sampson Advances Two Government Accountability and Transparency Bills

Hartford — State Sen. Rob Sampson (R–16) today announced the bipartisan passage of two bills he sponsored, following their advancement out of committee earlier in the legislative process. The measures reflect ongoing efforts to improve accountability, transparency, and efficiency across state government. The bills: S.B. 247 and S.B. 423 address state auditing practices and higher ... Rob Sampson 

(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 ... Rob Sampson 

Latest Column | ‘When Debate Becomes Inconvenient in Hartford’ (April 2026)

By State Sen. Rob Sampson One of the most fundamental rights in a free society is the ability of citizens to speak to their government and participate in decisions that affect their lives. In Connecticut, that right is supposed to exist within the legislative process itself. Bills normally move through committees and public hearings where ... Rob Sampson 

Statement from Sen. Sampson on Plainville Tragedy and Community Response

Plainville, CT— State Senator Rob Sampson (R-16) issued the following statement in response to the recent tragedy in Plainville and the growing memorial honoring the victims: “I am deeply saddened by the horrific events that took place in Plainville and the tragic loss of innocent lives. My thoughts and prayers are with the victims’ loved ... Rob Sampson 

WATCH | 52 Bills in One GAE Meeting — Here’s How It Started: Sen. Sampson on S.J. 37

WATCH | Sen. Sampson: “This Is How You Kill Opportunity” on S.B. 440 Striking Workers Bill

WATCH | Higher Prices, More Rules? Why Sen. Sampson Voted Against S.B. 438