PROUDLY SERVING THE 16TH DISTRICT
State Senator Rob Sampson
Senior Deputy Republican Leader
Rob Sampson, re-elected to a fourth term in 2024, represents Connecticut’s 16th District. He is the Ranking Member on the Government Administration & Elections Committee, the Housing Committee, and the Labor & Public Employees Committee. Rob is widely known as an advocate for America’s core principles, restoring our system of limited, representative, constitutional government, protecting private contracts and defending the natural rights of his constituents.
“I am honored to be chosen by the people of the 16th District as their voice at the State Capitol. I remain committed to defending our American principles of freedom, representation, limited constitutional self-government, and the rule of law. I believe that with hard work and our collective voices, Connecticut can become a safer and more affordable state with a bright future for all. As always, I will put in the hard work to make it happen.”
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Monthly Column | ‘The Fall of DEI is a Victory for America’ (March 2025)
Intro: Despite its name, “Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)” policies are not about fairness, opportunity, or unity. They are a thinly veiled system of race and gender-based discrimination designed to divide Americans for political gain. Rather than fostering meritocracy, DEI reduces people to identity categories, rewarding or punishing them for traits beyond their control. It is not a mistake or a misunderstanding—it is a deliberate tool of power that undermines the principles of equal opportunity and individual liberty.
WATCH - Lamont flip-flops on guardrails, tells far-left groups "You got love!"
Remember last week I was sharing with you all about how legislative Democrats were funding far-left groups. Imagine this craziness. They pass it once then it goes to the Governor. He vetoes it. Then they pass it again, this time also ignoring our budget guardrails that protect taxpayers, and he signs it!
Great reporting here - note the totally different comments from the Governor on the SAME thing!
CT Democrats are pushing HB 7042, a bill designed to bankrupt the firearms industry through endless lawsuits. Today, I took an unusual seat—not just as a legislator, but as a witness—testifying before the Judiciary Committee to expose this blatant attack on lawful businesses and the Second Amendment.
This bill holds gun manufacturers and retailers liable for crimes they didn’t commit. By that logic:
- Should car manufacturers be sued when reckless drivers cause accidents?
- Should baseball bat companies be liable if a bat is used in an assault?
- Should gasoline companies be sued if their product is used to commit arson?
HB 7042 erodes personal responsibility, encourages frivolous lawsuits, and punishes businesses that follow the law. Instead of holding criminals accountable, it goes after law-abiding citizens and companies.
I made the case, and they questioned me on it. But without enough public opposition, this could still become law. Watch my testimony and share!
Reminder - Southington Town Hall Meeting Tomorrow Wednesday March 12, 2025. Come out and join us!Mark you calendars. I have a couple of town hall meetings coming up. More to follow.
