Larson Opens Applications for Community Project Funding Requests, Vows to Fight Republican Women’s Health Care Ban
Washington, D.C. - Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) announced that his office is accepting applications for Fiscal Year 2027 Community Project Funding requests. He also slammed the Republican majority’s ban prohibiting funding for organizations that conduct stem cell research or provide women’s reproductive and transgender health care.
“Over the last five years, I have worked hand-in-hand with local leaders and organizations to secure nearly $80 million in federal funding through the Community Project Funding process,” said Larson. “These projects include an active shooter training facility for law enforcement in Bristol, a new water treatment plant in Southington, and a community healthcare academy to train and equip nursing assistants. My office is now accepting requests for Fiscal Year 2027, and I urge all municipalities and eligible organizations to apply. It is shameful to see Republicans insert their extreme anti-abortion agenda into this year’s process. Democrats, led by Ranking Member Rosa DeLauro, stand united against these restrictions cutting off funds to women’s organizations and health care providers that serve the trans community. I will continue to work on a bipartisan basis to advance new investments in our communities and fight back against any of the Republican majority’s attempts to restrict access to health care.”
For more information on the application process and eligibility for funding, visit Rep. Larson’s website here. In Fiscal Year 2026, Larson secured $16.9 million for 15 projects across Connecticut’s First District. The deadline to apply is Tuesday, March 10th, at 5:00 PM.