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November 15, 2013

Washington – Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement today on the most recent attempt by House Republicans to eliminate or hinder the Affordable Care Act.

Issues:Health Care
November 12, 2013

Washington – Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement today on comments from President Barack Obama and former President Bill Clinton that Americans whose individual market insurance plans have been discontinued deserve a solution:

Issues:Health Care
November 8, 2013

Hartford, CT – Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) joined several Members of Congress in sending a letter to President Barack Obama regarding the reauthorization of Trade Promotion Authority (TPA).

Issues:Economy
November 6, 2013

New Haven, CT — Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) and Connecticut’s delegation to the U.S. House of Representatives today advocated for Sikorsky’s world-class helicopters in a letter to the Norwegian Ambassador.

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Larson with Mayor Art Ward, Omer Deabay and his wife Pauline
November 6, 2013

Bristol, CT – Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT01) joined Mayor Art Ward in presenting Bristol resident and Korean War veteran Omer Deabay with the medals he earned during his service in the United States Army. After entering the military in 1951, Mr. Deabay served as a Sergeant in the 27th Infantry Regiment, 25th Division. Mr.

Issues:Veterans
November 1, 2013

Hartford – Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement after the U.S. Department of Treasury announced a modification to the “Use-or-Lose” rule for health flexible spending arrangements (FSA). An estimated 14 million families utilize health FSAs to save tax-free money for medical expenses.

Issues:Health Care
October 29, 2013

Washington – Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) released the following statement today after the Center for Medicare Services announced that seniors will see zero growth in Medicare Part B premiums and deductibles for 2014 and that Medicare beneficiaries continue to save money on their prescription drugs due to the Affordable Care Act:

October 24, 2013
Hartford, CT – In a letter to United Healthcare Group (UHG) CEO Jack Larsen, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) and the Connecticut Congressional Delegation pressed the company on its decision to terminate thousands of providers from its Medicare Advantage Plan.
October 24, 2013
Hartford, CT – Today, Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01), U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT), and Rep.Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) issued statements regarding the award to Pratt & Whitney of a $508 million contract for the production of 38 F-135 engines to power the F-35 strike fighters, supporting thousands of jobs in Connecticut.
October 24, 2013

Washington, DC — Rep. John B. Larson (CT-01) and Connecticut's delegation to the House of Representatives today urged Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Eric Shinseki to allow 23 Connecticut veterans at risk of losing their places in three retirement homes to stay in those homes, with coverage from the VA if they so choose.

Issues:Veterans