Heather Somers

Heather Bond Somers (born April 22, 1966) is an American politician who has served in the Connecticut State Senate from the 18th District since 2017. She previously served as Mayor of Groton from 2012 to 2014. She also served on the Groton Town Council from 2008 to 2018. Somers has a daughter named Grace, a son, Ian, and another daughter, Hayley. She is married to Mark Somers (born June 30, 1966), a cardiologist at Lawrence & Memorial Hospital.

2020
Heather Somers won re-election to a third term after defeating Democratic challenger Bob Statchen.

2018
Heather Somers won re-election to a 2nd term after defeating Democratic challenger Robert Statchen.