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Larson, Murphy, Courtney Call For Action To Protect Connecticut Shade Tobacco Industry From ‘Deceptive’ Mislabeling By Foreign Competitors
March 6, 2017
Press Release
After hearing from concerned Connecticut residents and farmers that foreign-grown tobacco products are being mislabeled as “Connecticut” products, U.S. Representative John Larson (CT-1), U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), and U.S. Representative Joe Courtney (CT-2) called on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to take action to enforce existing regulations on tobacco labeling and prevent foreign competitors from undercutting Connecticut growers.
Issues:EconomyLocal
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A new vision for Hartford
Larson Hails Hartford Companies for their Commitment to the City
March 2, 2017
Press Release
Today, the CEO’s of Aetna, The Hartford, and Travelers announced that over the next 5 years their companies will be dedicating a combined $50 million to help the City of Hartford. Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement in response.
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Coltsville Dome
Larson Statement on Passage of Coltsville Clarification
February 27, 2017
Press Release
Today, the House of Representatives approved legislation codifying the National Park Service’s authority to utilize the historic brownstones next to the East Armory for the Coltsville National Historic Park’s visitor center.
Issues:ColtsvilleLocal
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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.

Larson, Rooney Statement on Lockheed’s F-35 Announcement
February 3, 2017
Press Release

Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) and Congressman Tom Rooney (R-FL) co-chairmen of the House F-35 Caucus, released the following statement after Lockheed Martin announced it will be driving down the costs of its F-35 aircraft program.

Issues:DefenseEconomyAffordability and the EconomyLocal
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Public Forum on I-84 and I-91 Tunnel Proposal
Event Date:
Saturday, January 28, 2017 – 10:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Address:
840 Main St.
Raymond Library
East Hartford, Connecticut 06108
United States

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Congressman John Larson is hosting a public forum to discuss his I-84 and I-91 Tunnel Proposal. The forum will take place on January 28th at 10 am at the Raymond Library in East Hartford. Please call 860-278-8888 with any questions.

Public Forum on I-84 and I-91 Tunnel Proposal
Event Date:
Wednesday, January 25, 2017 – 06:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Address:
500 Main St.
Hartford Public Library
Hartford, Connecticut 06103
United States

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You're Invited:

Congressman John Larson is hosting a public forum to discuss his I-84 and I-91 Tunnel Proposal. The forum will take place on January 25th at 6 pm at the Hartford Public Library. Please call 860-278-8888 with any questions.

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Larson, Blumenthal and Murphy Announce Federal Jobs Grant for the Promise Zone's Youth
January 19, 2017
Press Release
Today Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01), Senator Richard Blumenthal and Senator Chris Murphy announced that the City of Hartford will receive a $249,375 Performance Partnership Pilot grant from the U.S. Department of Education.
Issues:GrantsAffordability and the EconomyLocalPromise Zone
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Larson Commends Bronin and Federal Agencies for Forming Partnership to Combat Gun Violence
January 12, 2017
Press Release
Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01), released the following statement on the announcement of a new city, state and federal partnership to combat gun violence
Issues:Gun Violence PreventionLocal
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Larson Convenes Meeting with U.S. DOT, Commissioner Redeker and State Legislative Leaders to Review Tunnel Plan and Discuss Finance Options
January 12, 2017
Press Release
Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01), in coordination with the U.S. Department of Transportation held a Build America Bureau workshop with Commissioner Redeker, state officials and stakeholders to discuss Larson’s new vision for Hartford.
Issues:Infrastructure and TransportationLocal
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