Education

East Hartford will get $45.5M in COVID aid

June 8, 2022

Journal Inquirer: East Hartford will get $45.5M in COVID aid

EAST HARTFORD (Journal Inquirer) — The town will receive $45.5 million in federal funds through the American Rescue Plan Act.

Issues:COVID-19 ResourcesEducationLocal

East Hartford Board of Education Chairman Tyron Harris, Mayor Mike Walsh, Rep. Larson, Superintendent of Schools Nathan Quesnel, and Councilman Awet Tsegai

Larson Visits East Hartford High School to Announce $45 million in COVID Relief Funding

June 3, 2022

Press Release

East Hartford, CT – Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) visited East Hartford High School to announce the Town of East Hartford received $45.5 million in federal aid from the American Rescue Plan, COVID relief legislation Larson helped author and pass in Congress. $21 million of the local aid for East Hartford was allocated for their school district to safely re-open and offer new enrichment opportunities throughout the school year and during the summer for students.

Issues:COVID-19 ResourcesEducationLocal

Larson, Hayes, Schiff, Takano, and Booker Lead Legislation to Boost Teacher Pay

May 3, 2022

Press Release

Washington, DC – Congressman John B. Larson (CT-01), Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (CT-05), Congressman Adam Schiff (CA-28), Congressman Mark Takano (CA-41), and Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) introduced legislation that would boost teacher compensation by putting tax money back in their pockets and help diversify the teaching workforce.

Issues:EducationTax Policy

Larson Announces $11.5 Million for Schools and Libraries to Get Kids Online

March 11, 2022

Press Release

Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) announced that First District schools and libraries have received $11.5 million to date from the American Rescue Plan’s Emergency Connectivity Fund program (ECF).

Issues:COVID-19 ResourcesEducationGrantsLocal

Rep. Larson with teachers and community members in East Hartford

Education

It is crucial everyone has access to high-quality education - at all levels. As a former teacher, Representative Larson knows the importance of education and is working to ensure every student has access to what they need to succeed.   Congressman Larson has consistently received an “A” rating from the National Education Association.

Larson Visits Glastonbury High School to Award Congressional App Challenge Winners

January 28, 2022

Press Release

Yesterday, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) visited Glastonbury High School to present certificates of congressional recognition to Rahul Jayachandran, Niteesh Kalangi and Jude Ramanan, juniors who won the First District’s 2021 Congressional App Challenge for their “Mentality” app.

Issues:EducationLocal

Connecticut Delegation and Governor Lamont Announce Federal Approval of Connecticut’s Plan For Coronavirus Emergency Relief Funding in Schools

August 27, 2021

Press Release

The Connecticut Delegation and Governor Ned Lamont today announced that the U.S. Department of Education has approved the Governor's administration’s plan for use of the $110 million the State of Connecticut is receiving from the federal American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Fund.

Issues:EducationLocal

Larson Votes to Advance Historic Policies for Families & Working Americans and Advance Vital Infrastructure Legislation

August 24, 2021

Press Release

Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) voted in favor of a rule to advance the budget resolution which includes President Biden’s historic investment in the American people and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill.

Issues:EconomyEducationHealth CareInfrastructure and TransportationAffordability and the Economy

Larson Celebrates Local Museums for America Grant Awardees

August 5, 2021

Press Release

Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) announced that three museums in Connecticut’s 1st Congressional District were awarded Museums for America grants by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Issues:EducationGrantsHistoryLocal

Larson Votes for Historic Investment for Jobs, Opportunities, and Working Families

July 29, 2021

Press Release

Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) voted for H.R. 4502, FY 2022 Seven-Bill Appropriations Minibus.

Issues:EconomyEducationInfrastructure and TransportationAffordability and the Economy