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Larson Statement on Revised Executive Order of Muslim and Refugee Ban

March 6, 2017

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Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement after President Trump signed a revised travel ban

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Community Discussion With Religious Leaders

Event Date:

Saturday, February 4, 2017 – 05:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Address:

Mark Twain House Lincoln Financial Auditorium

351 Farmington Ave

Hartford, Connecticut 06105

United States

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On Saturday, February 4th, I will host a community discussion with leaders of the Muslim, Jewish, and Christian communities in the First District in order to facilitate a dialogue on the recent executive order issued by the Trump Administration.

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Connecticut House Delegation Cosponsors Legislation to Repeal Executive Order Banning Immigrants and Refugees

January 31, 2017

Press Release

Connecticut Representatives John Larson (CT-1), Joe Courtney (CT-2), Rosa DeLauro (CT-3), Jim Himes (CT-4), and Elizabeth Esty (CT-5) last night joined with over 170 of their Democratic colleagues to introduce the Statue of Liberty Values (SOLVE) Act of 2017, which would overturn President Trump’s executive order banning refugees and immigrants of seven Muslim-majority countries.

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Larson Statement on President's Immigration and Refugee Executive Orders

January 28, 2017

Press Release

Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement

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Connecticut House Delegation Statement on Shameful Actions by Republicans to Allow Discrimination against LGBT Individuals

May 19, 2016

Press Release

Washington— U.S. Representatives John B. Larson (CT-01), Joe Courtney (CT-02), Rosa DeLauro (CT-03), Jim Himes (CT-04), and Elizabeth Esty (CT-05) today released the following statement regarding actions by House Republican leaders that will allow federal contractors to discriminate against LGBT Americans without the threat of losing contracts.

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Rep. Larson receives his award from NETWORK.

Larson Earns Top Marks from Nuns on the Bus

April 20, 2016

Press Release

Washington – Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) was recognized for receiving a perfect score on last years Voting Record from NETWORK: A National Catholic Social Justice Lobby. NETWORK recognizes lawmakers who fight for social and economic equality.

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Rep. Larson joins Dr. Reza Mansoor at the Berlin Mosque.

Larson Commends Islamic Association of Greater Hartford on Continued Service to Our Community

January 4, 2016

Press Release

Hartford– On Friday, January 1, 2016, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) visited the Islamic Association of Greater Hartford in recognition of their work with community youth, refugees, and the wider community.

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Larson on Marriage Equality Ruling

June 26, 2015

Press Release

Washington - Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) applauded the decision by SCOTUS to affirm marriage equality.

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Larson Condemns Cuts to SNAP

September 19, 2013

Press Release

Washington – Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement today on the passage of H.R. 3102, the Nutrition Reform and Work Opportunity Act of 2013, by the U.S. House of Representatives:

"Today, our fears were realized as Congress passed a damaging bill that threatens to starve our children, seniors and veterans.

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Larson on SCOTUS Ruling to Strike Down DOMA, Decision on Prop 8

June 26, 2013

Press Release

Washington – Today Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement on the Supreme Court's ruling to strike down the Defense of Marriage Act and decision on California's Proposition 8:

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