Issues

Connecticut’s First District is home to beautiful landscapes and public amenities, historic cities and towns, leading universities and commercial corridors, and so much more. However, our region’s transportation infrastructure currently divides neighborhoods, blocks access to the riverfront in the Greater Hartford area and has fallen short of serving those who depend on it. That’s why Rep.

Judicial

Rep. Larson with striking UAW Local 379 workers outside Cummins – Jacobs Vehicle Systems in Bloomfield

Labor

Unions are the backbone of the American economy. We must work together to preserve collective bargaining, workers' rights, and jobs that create pathways to the middle class for all. 

Local

Medicare Buy-In and Health Care Stabilization Act

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National Service

The American tradition of public service to others is a pillar of American society. When President John F. Kennedy delivered his inaugural address in 1961, he famously challenged his fellow Americans: "Ask not what your country can do for you: Ask what you can do for your country." Throughout his time in Congress, Congressman Larson has worked to honor the legacy of President Kennedy's call to service, supporting programs like AmeriCorps, to expand and promote opportunities for Americans to serve and volunteer in their communities.

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

Promise Zone

Reproductive Rights

Throughout his time in public service, Congressman Larson has been on the frontlines of the fight to secure reproductive rights for women in Connecticut and across the country. Over his 40 years of public service, Rep. Larson has championed first-of-its-kind legislation to protect the right to abortion access, supported legislation that removes financial barriers to contraceptives and stood up for women in post-Roe America. He is proud to have a 100% voting record from Planned Parenthood and Reproductive Freedom For All (formerly NARAL).

Connecticut Foodshare President & CEO Jason Jakubowski, Rep. Larson, Forge City Works Executive Director Ben Dubow, and Hartford Mayor Arunan Arulampalam

Securing Federal Funding

For 27 years, Congressman Larson has consistently delivered vital federal funding to the First Congressional District, ensuring that cities, towns, and nonprofits have the support needed to serve our constituents. These grants create jobs and save you money; they cover costs that hospitals would otherwise have to pass on to you, they pay for state and municipal projects that would otherwise need to be funded through increased local taxes, and foster public-private partnerships that create jobs and engage industry.

Senior Couple Walking Through Sand Dunes On Winter Beach Smiling

Social Security

For 90 years, the Federal Government has kept a sacred promise to all Americans: if they contribute to Social Security with each and every paycheck, they would be able to retire with dignity. It is Congress' responsibility to keep that promise and to safeguard Social Security for all Americans. Congress must also ensure the benefits keep up with Americans' expenses – today, tomorrow, and forever.