John Larson
Representative John Larson
Education
- B.A., Central Connecticut State University
- Senior Fellow, Yale University, Bush Center for Child Development and Social Policy
Professional History
U.S. Representative
(1999-Present)Representing Connecticut's 1st district
Member, Connecticut Senate
(1982–94)(President Pro Tempore, 1986–94)
Insurance Broker
(1978–98)High School Teacher
(1972–77)President, Larson and Lysik
Policy Focus Areas
Notable Legislation
Key legislative actions from John Larson's record in Congress.
Social Security 2100 Act
Introduced and championed the Social Security 2100 Act to expand and strengthen Social Security benefits.
Veterans Affairs Funding
Secured increased federal funding for Connecticut veterans’ health care facilities and services.
Fuel Cell and Clean Energy Advocacy
Supported legislation and funding to promote Connecticut’s fuel cell and clean energy industries.
Hartford Rail Improvements
Helped obtain federal funding for upgrades and expansion of Hartford’s commuter rail infrastructure.
Committee Assignments
View details →- House Committee on Ways and Means
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