Rep. John LarsonVerified account

@RepJohnLarson

Member of Congress representing the First District of Connecticut.

Hartford, CT
Joined June 2009

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  1. Pinned Tweet
    Apr 12

    ⚡️Newsflash! is insurance that the American people have paid for. 10k baby boomers a day become eligible for it. The avg. woman when she retires, only gets $14k a yr from Social Security. Yet the other side would like to cut these programs!

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  2. 1 minute ago

    “The US Congress has blood on its hands b/c it has not fulfilled its constitutional responsibility to the citizens that we are sworn to serve. Our obligation is to vote and we have not taken a vote in this chamber to create the change that Monte and are all about.”

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  3. Retweeted
    3 hours ago

    Thank you for joining the ACT Caucus and supporting family caregivers!

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  4. I am proud to join the National Teacher Day Resolution expressing support for a pay increase for public school teachers and greater federal and state investment in public education.

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  5. As a former teacher, I know how hard but rewarding the job can be. Happy and thank you for all of the work that you do.

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  6. Affordable housing makes our communities stronger. We must continue to work to make affordable housing a reality for all. As JFK often said, “A rising tide lifts all boats.”

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  7. Had the pleasure of meeting w/ to discuss how we can . For every $1 invested in $4 is returned to society in community benefits. Here’s my plan to have 1 million service members paying it forward: service

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  8. May 7

    It was great visiting Disability Rights CT last week to hear about the work that they do, and how the enactment of the new law that I coauthored will help them protect people with disabilities.

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  9. Retweeted
    May 4

    Check this out! stopped by Disability Rights Connecticut to give them a signed copy of the new law that protects people with disabilities from financial fraud and abuse. We can't wait to get to work! Thank you for your leadership!

    Congressman Larson holds a copy of HR 4547 with the staff of Disability Rights Connecticut.
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  10. May 4

    Congratulations to Jayna from Glastonbury for winning this year’s Congressional Art Competition! Her piece was inspired by her cousin.

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  11. May 4

    I commend Father Pat Conroy for standing on principle and commend Speaker Ryan for accepting his decision to rescind his resignation.

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  12. May 3

    Very proud of all the small businesses that earned 2018 SBA awards . Congratulations , Hartford, , and !

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  13. May 3

    It’s Senior Corps Week, where we recognize the efforts of seniors who are contributing to communities by fostering youth, teaching and helping the elderly with meals and companionship. My bill ACTION will help keep seniors serving our towns, see here:

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  14. May 2

    Couldn’t have said it better myself. “For too long Republicans have been able to avoid accountability by talking about “saving” Social Security, failing to recognize that Social Security is a solution, not a problem.”

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  15. May 2

    I was honored to present Glastonbury resident, Madison Henry with the Silver Congressional Award yesterday. It was inspiring to hear of all her accomplishments. Read more here on how she :

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  16. May 1

    Thanks to all who came today! It was great hearing from students & members of the community! I spoke about my ACTION for National Service bill, that would expand service opportunities like AmeriCorps, VISTA, SeniorCorps, & provide relief for student debt.

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  17. May 1

    It was great visiting with seniors at the East Hartford South End Senior Center with Mayor LeClerc! We had a great discussion & spoke about my plan to enhance Social Security benefits & strengthen the program for future generations! Read more here:

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  18. May 1

    Looking to get involved with Coltsville National Historical Park this Spring and Summer? There are a series of events in and around the park starting this Saturday, including tours, lectures and activities.

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  19. May 1

    Join me TODAY for a public forum to discuss student loan relief, my bill ACTION for National Service, and more!

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  20. TOMORROW: I will be holding a public forum at at 4 pm to discuss expanding National Service programs, and more!

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  21. ATTENTION STUDENTS: I am holding a public forum to discuss student loan debt and my plan to provide relief on Tuesday. Hope to see you there!

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