Press Releases
Washington – Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement today on the passage of H.R. 3102, the Nutrition Reform and Work Opportunity Act of 2013, by the U.S. House of Representatives:
"Today, our fears were realized as Congress passed a damaging bill that threatens to starve our children, seniors and veterans.
Washington – Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement on efforts by House Republican leadership to disrupt the Affordable Care Act. To date, the Republican controlled House has attempted to repeal or defund the Affordable Care Act more than 40 times, threatening care and services for millions of Americans.
Washington — Today, Reps. John B. Larson (CT-01) and Joe Courtney (CT-02) announced that the U.S. Air Force will invest $12 million to upgrade a hangar at Bradley International Airport in Windsor Locks. The hangar is being improved in preparation for the arrival of Air National Guard C-130H cargo planes that will be based out of Bradley.
Washington – Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement after President Barack Obama addressed the nation on Syria:
Washington – Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement today on reports that Russia would support an effort by the international community to collect and destroy Syria's chemical weapons in order to avert an international military action.
Hartford, CT – Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) announced plans to introduce a resolution in Congress urging the international community to act collectively in response to the use of chemical weapons in Syria.
Hartford, CT – Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) announced $150,000 for the preservation of the Harriet Beecher Stowe Center collections. The competitive grant marks the second phase of federal funding awarded to the center through the Institute of Museum and Library Services, Museums for America program.
Washington – Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement today after President Barack Obama spoke on Syria at the Rose Garden:
"I commend the President for seeking congressional authorization for military action in Syria, answering widespread calls for the case to be made to Congress and the American people.
Hartford, CT – Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) announced plans to reintroduce a resolution in Congress supporting the establishment of a Presidential Youth Council to advise the President of the United States on the perspectives of young Americans. The Council would also offer views on how to most effectively use federal funding that impacts youth.