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June 10, 2016

Washington – Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement on the passing of hockey legend, Gordie Howe.

Issues:Local

Rep. Larson joins local leaders at Associated Supermarkets in Hartford's North End

Larson, Blumenthal, Murphy, and Himes Applaud Federal Grant for Hartford's Promise Zone to Bring Affordable, Locally-Grown Food into City Grocery Stores

June 8, 2016

Press Release

WASHINGTON — Today, U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.),U.S. SenatorRichard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), U.S. Representative John Larson (CT-1), and U.S. Representative Jim Himes (CT-4) applauded a U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Insecurity Nutrition Incentive (FINI) grant awarded to Wholesome Wave in Bridgeport to increase access to healthy food throughout low-income communities in Hartford, Connecticut.

Issues:GrantsLocalPromise Zone

Larson answers a question from a constituent on the two-state solution.

Larson Hosts Forum on Congressional Trip to Israel, Jordan

June 7, 2016

Press Release

West Hartford, CT – This Sunday, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) hosted a community forum at the Mandell Jewish Community Center to discuss his recent trip to Israel and Jordan.

Issues:DefenseForeign PolicyLocal

Larson joins lawmakers and community members at the opening of the CRT Early Head Start Center

Larson Joins CRT to Dedicate Hartford's First Early Head Start Center

May 23, 2016

Press Release

Hartford, CT – Last Friday, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) joined Community Renewal Team (CRT) President/CEO Lena Rodriguez, State Sen. John Fonfarra, and State Reps. Brandon McGee and Edwin Vargas for the official opening of the first Early Head Start Center in Hartford.

Issues:GrantsAffordability and the EconomyLocal

Larson: "Aetna is a Value-Added Company for the State of Connecticut"

May 20, 2016

Press Release

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

Issues:Health CareAffordability and the EconomyLocal

Rep. Larson joins participants at the 2016 First Congressional Art Competition

Larson Announces Winner of First Congressional District Art Competition

April 6, 2016

Press Release

Manchester, CT – Yesterday, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) announced Mya Concepcion of Conard High School as the winner of the First Congressional District Art Competition at the Dehn Gallery at MCC on Main.

Issues:Local

Rep. Larson and Mayor Bronin speak in support for national and community service.

Larson: "Service Strengthens Our Communities"

April 5, 2016

Press Release

Hartford, CT – Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) joined Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin and AmeriCorps and SeniorCorps Volunteers for the Mayor and County Day of Recognition for National Service. Nearly 700 AmeriCorps and SeniorCorps volunteers currently serve the city of Hartford, and Larson will soon introduce legislation to expand service opportunities to even more Americans.

Issues:Affordability and the EconomyLocalNational Service

Rep. Larson presents Elena Tipton with a Congressional citation and a letter from President Obama.

Larson Honors Connecticut's Kid Governor

April 5, 2016

Press Release

East Hartford, CT – Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) visited Connecticut’s Kid Governor, Elena Tipton, at Dr. Thomas S. O’Connell School. Tipton was elected on her Campaign for Kindness platform, and was inaugurated at the Old State House in January. Larson presented her with a Congressional citation and a letter from President Barack Obama in recognition of her work to end bullying.

Issues:Local

Rep. Larson and Dr. Anwar inspect a homeowner’s foundation in South Windsor.

Larson Inspects Crumbling Foundations in South Windsor

March 24, 2016

Press Release

South Windsor, CT – Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) visited two homeowners in South Windsor who are struggling with cracking and crumbling foundations.

Issues:LocalCrumbling Foundations

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.

Issues:Human RightsLocal

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