Christopher Murphy is the Democrat U.S. Senator from Connecticut, in office since 2013.
Current term began January 3, 2025. In the Senate since January 3, 2013.
Committee assignments
- Senate Committee on Appropriations
- Senate Committee on Foreign Relations
- Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions
Committee work shapes much of what happens in the Senate, from hearings to shaping bills before they reach the floor.
Term and next election
Christopher Murphy holds a Class 1 seat in the United States Senate. Senators serve six-year terms, and the two seats in each state sit in different classes, so they are not up for election in the same year. This seat is next on the ballot in 2030, when voters across Connecticut choose who fills it.
Connecticut
Christopher Murphy is one of two U.S. Senators for Connecticut, who represent the whole state rather than a single district. For the U.S. House delegation, see the Connecticut congressional districts. To find your own House representative, use the home page lookup.
Washington office: 136 Hart Senate Office Building Washington DC 20510
Frequently asked questions
When is Christopher Murphy next up for election?
This seat is a Class 1 Senate seat, next up for election in 2030. Every voter in Connecticut takes part in that race.
What committees does Christopher Murphy serve on?
Christopher Murphy serves on the Senate Committee on Appropriations, Senate Committee on Foreign Relations, Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
How do I contact Christopher Murphy?
You can reach the office of Christopher Murphy by phone at 202-224-4041 or through the official U.S. Senate website. The Washington office is at 136 Hart Senate Office Building Washington DC 20510.
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Last updated July 10, 2026.
Data last checked September 26, 2026.