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"Unconstitutional." Sen. Sampson Statement on Glock-Ban Law

Sen. Rob Sampson issued the following statement regarding the governor’s ceremonial signing of legislation banning Glock-style pistols. “Governor Lamont held a photo op today celebrating a law that targets gun stores, manufacturers, and law-abiding citizens while leaving criminals completely unaffected. Connecticut already outlaws machine guns and illegal conversion devices. Criminals who use them already face ... “Unconstitutional.” Sen. Sampson Statement on Glock-Ban Law

Latest Column | 'Citizens or Subjects? This Is What One-Party Rule Looks Like' (June 2026)

By State Sen. Rob Sampson Connecticut’s 2026 legislative session was a “short session,” beginning in January and ending in early May. But there was nothing small about what happened. This session exposed the same disturbing pattern I have been warning about for years: rushed legislation, late-night debates, hostility toward public dissent, and a majority party ... Latest Column | ‘Citizens or Subjects? This Is What One-Party Rule Looks Like’ (June 2026)

Sen. Sampson Applauds Approval of Funding for Prospect Water Main Project

Prospect— State Senator Rob Sampson (R-16) today welcomed the approval of $200,000 in state bond funding for the Town of Prospect’s Coachlight Circle water main project. The funding was approved by the State Bond Commission and will support infrastructure improvements designed to enhance the reliability and safety of water service for local residents. “Reliable infrastructure ... Sen. Sampson Applauds Approval of Funding for Prospect Water Main Project