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Larson Discusses 2016 Election, Next Steps with Local Students

November 22, 2016

Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) spoke with local students in an American Government class at Capital Community College about the results of the 2016 election and how to move forward.

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Larson Honors Korean War Veteran

November 21, 2016

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Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) presented South Windsor resident Fred Babbitt with the Ambassador for Peace Medal and the Medal of Gratitude.

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Larson Honors Southington World War II Veteran

October 29, 2016

Press Release

Southington, CT – Saturday, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) presented Warren Abell of Southington with the medals he earned for his honorable service during World War II.

“Sergeant Abell served our country bravely during World War II. Humble men like him, came back after heroically fighting tyranny, without saying much, and living their day to day lives,” said Larson. “Today, I am honored to be able to present Sergeant Abell with his medals for his honorable service.”

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Rep. Larson speaks with students at the University of St. Joseph's School of Pharmacy

Larson Visits St. Joseph's School of Pharmacy

October 19, 2016

Press Release

Hartford, CT – Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) visited the University of St. Joseph’s School of Pharmacy. In 2009, Larson secured $175K for the School of Pharmacy, and has continually supported their efforts to train passionate, knowledgeable pharmacists.

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A New Vision for Hartford

John has a bold plan to address the infrastructure challenges facing Connecticut.

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Brian Baker and Rep. Larson discuss the Inn’s in-house clinic, which is the oldest student-run clinic in the nation.

Larson Visits South Park Inn Homeless Shelter

October 19, 2016

Press Release

Hartford, CT – Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) visited the South Park Inn, a homeless shelter that serves nearly 1,500 men, women, and children each year.

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Rep. Larson joined local Vietnam Veterans and their families in Rocky Hill.

Larson Honors Vietnam Veterans

October 19, 2016

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Rocky Hill, CT - Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) joined Lt. Gov. Nancy Wyman, CT Department of Veterans Affairs Commissioner Sean Connolly, Captain Paul “Buddy” Bucha, Major General Thadeau Martin and over 300 Vietnam veterans in a ceremony to honor their service.

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Rep. Larson presents Corporal Anthony “Tony” Zacchio and his wife Carol with the Korean Ambassador for Peace Medal.

Larson Honors Winsted Korean War Veteran

October 19, 2016

Press Release

Winsted, CT – Yesterday, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) honored Anthony Zacchio of Winsted with the Korean Ambassador for Peace Medal. The Republic of Korea offers this medal to Korean War veterans in gratitude for their service and assistance in preserving Korea’s freedom.

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Larson, Blumenthal, Murphy, and Bronin announce $4.75 Million in Public Safety grants

Larson, Blumenthal, Murphy, and Bronin Announce $4.75 Million in Federal Public Safety Grants for Hartford

October 14, 2016

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Hartford, CT - Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01), Senators Richard Blumenthal and Chris Murphy, and Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin announced that $4.75 million in federal public safety grants for the City of Hartford.

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Rep. Larson joins the CT Friends of Veterans at American Legion Post 96

Larson Honors CT Friends of Veterans

October 12, 2016

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West Hartford, CT – Last night, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) recognized the CT Friends of Veterans, Inc. for their work in organizing the Global War on Terror Wall of Remembrance’s recent stop in West Hartford. The traveling memorial was in Connecticut from August 26^th – 28^th, allowing veterans and their loved ones a chance to pay their respects. Larson hosted a reception for the CT Friends of Veterans at American Legion Post 96, where he presented them with the Fallen Star.

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