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04/01/2026
(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 ... (Watch) On April Fool’s Day, CT Senate GOP Blast Democrats for Failure to Make CT More Affordable
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04/01/2026
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 ... Latest Column | ‘When Debate Becomes Inconvenient in Hartford’ (April 2026)
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03/30/2026
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 ... Statement from Sen. Sampson on Plainville Tragedy and Community Response