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Hartford CT Buildings
May 15, 2022

Washington, D.C. - Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement in response to the mass shooting in Buffalo, NY.  

“My heart goes out to the victims and their families after this tragic, hate-filled shooting,” said Larson. “This shooting is another example of someone going into a community that is not their own and using a firearm in an act of domestic terrorism.  

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Bridge in Rep Larson District
May 11, 2022

Washington, D.C. – Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement on the passing of Joseph “Joe” Dentamaro, who passed away at the age of 82: 

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Hartford Connecticut Overhead View
May 10, 2022

Washington, D.C. – Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement after voting to provide nearly $40 billion in emergency funding to support Ukraine as they fight Russia’s unprovoked war.  

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Hartford CT Buildings
May 10, 2022

Washington, D.C. - Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement after Tom Reed, the Ranking Member of the Ways and Means Subcommittee on Social Security, announced his retirement today. 

“It’s been an honor to work with Tom Reed on the Social Security Subcommittee as we work to make improvements to the program,” said Larson. “I wish him all the best as he starts this new chapter.”  

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Middlesex YMCA President/CEO Michele Rudnick, Rep. DeLauro, Gilead Community Services CEO Dan Osborne, Russell Library Director Ramona Burkey, Middletown Director of Recreation and Community Services Cathy Lechowicz, Mayor Ben Florsheim, Rep. Larson, Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce President Larry McHugh
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Middlesex YMCA President/CEO Michele Rudnick, Rep. DeLauro, Gilead Community Services CEO Dan Osborne, Russell Library Director Ramona Burkey, Middletown Director of Recreation and Community Services Cathy Lechowicz, Mayor Ben Florsheim, Rep. Larson, Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce President Larry McHugh 

May 6, 2022

Middletown, CT – Today, Reps. John B. Larson (CT-01) and Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) hosted a roundtable at Middletown’s Russell Library to highlight new city programs funded by the American Rescue Plan, COVID-19 relief legislation Larson and DeLauro helped author and pass in Congress. The City of Middletown received more than $29 million in federal aid from the American Rescue Plan.

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State Senator Saud Anwar, South Windsor Mayor Liz Pendleton, Councilwoman Erica Evans, and Rep. Larson
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State Senator Saud Anwar, South Windsor Mayor Liz Pendleton, Councilwoman Erica Evans, and Rep. Larson

May 4, 2022

Hartford, CT – Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) announced South Windsor has received $9.1 million in federal aid from the American Rescue Plan, legislation Larson helped author and pass. Larson joined members of the Town Council and town staff at Nevers Park to discuss the town’s use of American Rescue Plan funding to support mental health initiatives.

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Manchester General Manager Steve Stephanou, Little Theatre of Manchester Executive Director Dwayne Harris, Rep. Larson, Manchester Mayor Jay Moran, and MACC Charities Executive Director Beth Stafford
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Manchester General Manager Steve Stephanou, Little Theatre of Manchester Executive Director Dwayne Harris, Rep. Larson, Manchester Mayor Jay Moran, and MACC Charities Executive Director Beth Stafford 

May 3, 2022

Manchester, CT – Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) joined Manchester Mayor Jay Moran and local small businesses and organizations in Manchester to highlight the impact of the American Rescue Plan.

“Democrats passed the American Rescue Plan to get communities back on their feet and money in people’s pockets as we recover from this pandemic,” said Larson. “The record funds we secured have been invested in the services that give back to the community and businesses and non-profits that make Manchester such a special place.” 

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Hartford CT Buildings
May 3, 2022

Hartford, CT – Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement on the draft opinion stating the Supreme Court of the United States has voted to strike down the Roe v. Wade and Planned Parenthood v. Casey decisions: 

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Bridge in Rep Larson District
May 3, 2022

Washington, DCCongressman John B. Larson (CT-01), Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (CT-05), Congressman Adam Schiff (CA-28), Congressman Mark Takano (CA-41), and Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) introduced legislation that would boost teacher compensation by putting tax money back in their pockets and help diversify the teaching workforce.

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East Hartford Mayor Mike Walsh, East Hartford Town Engineer Douglas Wilson, Hartford City Engineer and Assistant Director of Public Works Frank Dellaripa, Lt. Colonel Michael Carvelli of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and Rep. Larson in front of the Connecticut River
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East Hartford Mayor Mike Walsh, East Hartford Town Engineer Douglas Wilson, Hartford City Engineer and Assistant Director of Public Works Frank Dellaripa, Lt. Colonel Michael Carvelli of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and Rep. Larson in front of the Connecticut River

May 2, 2022

Hartford, CT – Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) announced $200,000 in federal funding for the levee systems in Hartford and East Hartford was included in this year’s government funding package. These funds will support one year of the feasibility study to address deficiencies in the Flood Damage Reduction System along the Connecticut River.