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© 2026 Govwatch

John B. Larson

John B. Larson

DDemocratCT-1 · Representative
56
/ 100
Average
Attendance97
Avg: 96
Independence1
Avg: 4
Bipartisan Tone0
Avg: 16
Ethics Record100
Avg: 99
Transparency75
Avg: 57

Accountability Score — composite of attendance, independence, bipartisan tone, ethics record & transparency.

Methodology
OverviewStatementsBillsFinanceVotesElections
43
Total Statements
22
Floor Speeches
21
Press Releases
15
Topics Covered

What They Talk About

Social Security: 16Environment: 10Taxes: 8Trade: 7Healthcare: 5Immigration: 5Labor: 3Economy: 2Gun Policy: 2Housing: 2Foreign Policy: 2Veterans: 2Crime & Justice: 1Climate: 1Infrastructure: 1

Speech Tone

Neutral: 37Ceremonial: 5Urgent: 1

Statements (43)

Floor Speech2026-04-30CeremonialHealthcareTaxesEnvironmentS172
RECOGNIZING HARTFORD HOSPITAL'S NEW FACILITY

RECOGNIZING HARTFORD HOSPITAL'S NEW FACILITY Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 76 (Thursday, April 30, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 76 (Thursday, April 30, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E396-E397] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing…

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Floor Speech2026-04-29CeremonialEnvironmentTradeCrime & Justice
HONORING ROBERT A. "ROB" KRET ON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT

HONORING ROBERT A. "ROB" KRET ON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 75 (Wednesday, April 29, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E389] From the Congressional Record Online through the…

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Press Release2026-04-14
Larson Announces $500,000 in New Federal Funding with Mayor Arunan Arulampalam to Support Renovations at Hartford Public Library

Larson Announces $500,000 in New Federal Funding with Mayor Arunan Arulampalam to Support Renovations at Hartford Public Library Larson Announces $500,000 in New Federal Funding with Mayor Arunan Arulampalam to Support Renovations at Hartford Public Library Image or Video Image Caroline.Kurza… Tue,…

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Press Release2026-04-14
Larson Announces $500,000 in New Federal Funding with Mayor Arunan Arulampalam to Support Renovations at Hartford Public Library

Larson Announces $500,000 in New Federal Funding with Mayor Arunan Arulampalam to Support Renovations at Hartford Public Library Larson Announces $500,000 in New Federal Funding with Mayor Arunan Arulampalam to Support Renovations at Hartford Public Library Image or Video Image Caroline.Kurza… Tue,…

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Floor Speech2026-04-06
Sponsored: Impeaching Donald J. Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.

John B. Larson sponsored this legislation: Impeaching Donald J. Trump, President of the United States, for high crimes and misdemeanors.. Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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Floor Speech2026-03-26CeremonialTaxesEnvironmentSocial Security
OUR COUNTRY FACES A CONSTITUTIONAL CRISIS

OUR COUNTRY FACES A CONSTITUTIONAL CRISIS Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 57 (Thursday, March 26, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 57 (Thursday, March 26, 2026)] [House] [Pages H2720-H2721] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

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Press Release2026-03-13Healthcare
Larson Announces $1 Million in New Federal Funding to Expand Harriott Community Healthcare Academy in Blue Hills, Bloomfield, and Across Connecticut

Larson Announces $1 Million in New Federal Funding to Expand Harriott Community Healthcare Academy in Blue Hills, Bloomfield, and Across Connecticut Larson Announces $1 Million in New Federal Funding to Expand Harriott Community Healthcare Academy in Blue Hills, Bloomfield, and Across Connecticut…

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Press Release2026-03-13Social Security
Larson, Ways and Means Democrats Introduce Resolution of Inquiry Probing ‘DOGE’ Election Interference Scheme at Social Security

Larson, Ways and Means Democrats Introduce Resolution of Inquiry Probing ‘DOGE’ Election Interference Scheme at Social Security Larson, Ways and Means Democrats Introduce Resolution of Inquiry Probing ‘DOGE’ Election Interference Scheme at Social Security Image or Video Image Caroline.Kurza… Fri,…

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Press Release2026-03-13Foreign PolicyVeterans
Larson, Courtney, Senator Blumenthal, Lieutenant Governor Bysiewicz Secure $750,000 for Easterseals in Windsor to Expand Veteran Suicide Prevention…

Larson, Courtney, Senator Blumenthal, Lieutenant Governor Bysiewicz Secure $750,000 for Easterseals in Windsor to Expand Veteran Suicide Prevention Efforts Larson, Courtney, Senator Blumenthal, Lieutenant Governor Bysiewicz Secure $750,000 for Easterseals in Windsor to Expand Veteran Suicide…

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Press Release2026-03-13Healthcare
Larson Announces $1 Million in New Federal Funding to Expand Harriott Community Healthcare Academy in Blue Hills, Bloomfield, and Across Connecticut

Larson Announces $1 Million in New Federal Funding to Expand Harriott Community Healthcare Academy in Blue Hills, Bloomfield, and Across Connecticut Larson Announces $1 Million in New Federal Funding to Expand Harriott Community Healthcare Academy in Blue Hills, Bloomfield, and Across Connecticut…

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Press Release2026-03-13Foreign PolicyVeterans
Larson, Courtney, Senator Blumenthal, Lieutenant Governor Bysiewicz Secure $750,000 for Easterseals in Windsor to Expand Veteran Suicide Prevention…

Larson, Courtney, Senator Blumenthal, Lieutenant Governor Bysiewicz Secure $750,000 for Easterseals in Windsor to Expand Veteran Suicide Prevention Efforts Larson, Courtney, Senator Blumenthal, Lieutenant Governor Bysiewicz Secure $750,000 for Easterseals in Windsor to Expand Veteran Suicide…

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Press Release2026-03-13Environment
Larson and Mayor Connor Martin Announce $1 Million in Federal Funding for East Hartford Fire Department to Replace Station 2 and Combat House Fires

Larson and Mayor Connor Martin Announce $1 Million in Federal Funding for East Hartford Fire Department to Replace Station 2 and Combat House Fires Larson and Mayor Connor Martin Announce $1 Million in Federal Funding for East Hartford Fire Department to Replace Station 2 and Combat House Fires…

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Press Release2026-03-13Environment
Larson and Mayor Connor Martin Announce $1 Million in Federal Funding for East Hartford Fire Department to Replace Station 2 and Combat House Fires

Larson and Mayor Connor Martin Announce $1 Million in Federal Funding for East Hartford Fire Department to Replace Station 2 and Combat House Fires Larson and Mayor Connor Martin Announce $1 Million in Federal Funding for East Hartford Fire Department to Replace Station 2 and Combat House Fires…

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Press Release2026-03-13Social Security
Larson, Ways and Means Democrats Introduce Resolution of Inquiry Probing ‘DOGE’ Election Interference Scheme at Social Security

Larson, Ways and Means Democrats Introduce Resolution of Inquiry Probing ‘DOGE’ Election Interference Scheme at Social Security Larson, Ways and Means Democrats Introduce Resolution of Inquiry Probing ‘DOGE’ Election Interference Scheme at Social Security Image or Video Image Caroline.Kurza… Fri,…

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Floor Speech2026-03-12EnvironmentHR7890HR7891
CONTITUTIONAL AUTHORITY STATEMENT

CONTITUTIONAL AUTHORITY STATEMENT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 46 (Thursday, March 12, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 46 (Thursday, March 12, 2026)] [House] [Pages H2483-H2484] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

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Floor Speech2026-03-12
Sponsored: To establish an AmeriCorps Administration to carry out the national and volunteer service programs, to expand participation in such…

John B. Larson sponsored this legislation: To establish an AmeriCorps Administration to carry out the national and volunteer service programs, to expand participation in such programs, and for other purposes.. Referred to the Committee on Education and Workforce, and in addition to the Committee on…

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Floor Speech2026-03-09
Sponsored: Segal AmeriCorps Educational Award Tax Relief Act of 2026

John B. Larson sponsored this legislation: Segal AmeriCorps Educational Award Tax Relief Act of 2026. Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means.

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Floor Speech2026-02-20Immigration
Sponsored: Stop ICE Election Militarization Act

John B. Larson sponsored this legislation: Stop ICE Election Militarization Act. Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

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Floor Speech2026-02-11EnvironmentSocial Security
Sponsored: Of inquiry requesting the President of the United States to furnish certain information to the House of Representatives relating to the…

John B. Larson sponsored this legislation: Of inquiry requesting the President of the United States to furnish certain information to the House of Representatives relating to the Department of Government Efficiency's access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in…

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Press Release2026-02-04Social Security
Ranking Members Larson, Neal, Morelle, and Garcia Call to Investigate ‘DOGE’ Data Theft from Social Security, Efforts to Overturn Election Results

Ranking Members Larson, Neal, Morelle, and Garcia Call to Investigate ‘DOGE’ Data Theft from Social Security, Efforts to Overturn Election Results Ranking Members Larson, Neal, Morelle, and Garcia Call to Investigate ‘DOGE’ Data Theft from Social Security, Efforts to Overturn Election Results Image…

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Press Release2026-02-04
Larson Announces $3 Million in New Federal Funding to Remove PFAS Chemicals from Southington Water Supply

Larson Announces $3 Million in New Federal Funding to Remove PFAS Chemicals from Southington Water Supply Larson Announces $3 Million in New Federal Funding to Remove PFAS Chemicals from Southington Water Supply Image or Video Image Caroline.Kurza… Wed, 02/04/2026 - 12:20

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Press Release2026-02-04Immigration
Larson Speaks With Demonstrators Protesting ICE in Torrington

Larson Speaks With Demonstrators Protesting ICE in Torrington Larson Speaks With Demonstrators Protesting ICE in Torrington Image or Video Image Caroline.Kurza… Wed, 02/04/2026 - 13:06

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Press Release2026-02-04Gun Policy
Larson Announces $500,000 in New Federal Funding to Support Survivors and Prevent Gun Violence in the Greater Hartford Area

Larson Announces $500,000 in New Federal Funding to Support Survivors and Prevent Gun Violence in the Greater Hartford Area Larson Announces $500,000 in New Federal Funding to Support Survivors and Prevent Gun Violence in the Greater Hartford Area Image or Video Image Caroline.Kurza… Wed,…

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Press Release2026-02-04Social Security
Election deniers may have your Social Security data — thanks to DOGE and Elon Musk

Election deniers may have your Social Security data — thanks to DOGE and Elon Musk Election deniers may have your Social Security data — thanks to DOGE and Elon Musk Rep. Larson wrote the following the op-ed that appeared in MS NOW . Caroline.Kurza… Tue, 02/03/2026 - 20:43 February 4, 2026

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Press Release2026-02-04Social Security
Election deniers may have your Social Security data — thanks to DOGE and Elon Musk

Election deniers may have your Social Security data — thanks to DOGE and Elon Musk Election deniers may have your Social Security data — thanks to DOGE and Elon Musk Rep. Larson wrote the following the op-ed that appeared in MS NOW . Caroline.Kurza… Tue, 02/03/2026 - 20:43 February 4, 2026

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Press Release2026-02-04
Larson Announces $3 Million in New Federal Funding to Remove PFAS Chemicals from Southington Water Supply

Larson Announces $3 Million in New Federal Funding to Remove PFAS Chemicals from Southington Water Supply Larson Announces $3 Million in New Federal Funding to Remove PFAS Chemicals from Southington Water Supply Image or Video Image Caroline.Kurza… Wed, 02/04/2026 - 12:20

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Press Release2026-02-04Immigration
Larson Speaks With Demonstrators Protesting ICE in Torrington

Larson Speaks With Demonstrators Protesting ICE in Torrington Larson Speaks With Demonstrators Protesting ICE in Torrington Image or Video Image Caroline.Kurza… Wed, 02/04/2026 - 13:06

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Press Release2026-02-04Gun Policy
Larson Announces $500,000 in New Federal Funding to Support Survivors and Prevent Gun Violence in the Greater Hartford Area

Larson Announces $500,000 in New Federal Funding to Support Survivors and Prevent Gun Violence in the Greater Hartford Area Larson Announces $500,000 in New Federal Funding to Support Survivors and Prevent Gun Violence in the Greater Hartford Area Image or Video Image Caroline.Kurza… Wed,…

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Press Release2026-02-04Social Security
Ranking Members Larson, Neal, Morelle, and Garcia Call to Investigate ‘DOGE’ Data Theft from Social Security, Efforts to Overturn Election Results

Ranking Members Larson, Neal, Morelle, and Garcia Call to Investigate ‘DOGE’ Data Theft from Social Security, Efforts to Overturn Election Results Ranking Members Larson, Neal, Morelle, and Garcia Call to Investigate ‘DOGE’ Data Theft from Social Security, Efforts to Overturn Election Results Image…

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Floor Speech2026-01-22EnvironmentHJRES140
PERSONAL EXPLANATION

PERSONAL EXPLANATION Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 15 (Thursday, January 22, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 15 (Thursday, January 22, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E67] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

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Press Release2026-01-20TradeSocial Security
A rescue plan for Social Security?

A rescue plan for Social Security? A rescue plan for Social Security? Rep. Larson wrote the following Letter to the Editor that appeared in the Boston Globe . The Jan. 14 editorial, “Mitt Romney puts a spotlight on Social Security’s looming shortfall,” highlights the importance of both protecting…

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Floor Speech2026-01-08UrgentImmigrationHealthcareEconomyHR1834HRES780
BREAKING THE GRIDLOCK ACT

BREAKING THE GRIDLOCK ACT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 5 (Thursday, January 8, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 5 (Thursday, January 8, 2026)] [House] [Pages H213-H227] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] BREAKING THE…

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Floor Speech2025-11-07
Sponsored: Opening the People’s House Resolution

John B. Larson sponsored this legislation: Opening the People’s House Resolution. Referred to the House Committee on Rules.

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Floor Speech2025-09-11EnvironmentSocial Security
Sponsored: Of inquiry requesting the President of the United States to furnish certain information to the House of Representatives relating to the…

John B. Larson sponsored this legislation: Of inquiry requesting the President of the United States to furnish certain information to the House of Representatives relating to the Department of Government Efficiency's access to and usage of NUMIDENT and other personally identifiable information in…

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Floor Speech2025-08-01Ceremonial
Sponsored: Celebrating the 100th anniversary of Pratt & Whitney.

John B. Larson sponsored this legislation: Celebrating the 100th anniversary of Pratt & Whitney.. Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

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Floor Speech2025-03-24HealthcareEconomyTaxes
IT HAS BEEN OVER 50 YEARS SINCE CONGRESS HAS ENHANCED SOCIAL SECURITY

IT HAS BEEN OVER 50 YEARS SINCE CONGRESS HAS ENHANCED SOCIAL SECURITY Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 53 (Monday, March 24, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 53 (Monday, March 24, 2025)] [House] [Pages H1193-H1194] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government…

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Floor Speech2025-03-11Immigration
TRIBUTE TO SALVATORE RIZZA

TRIBUTE TO SALVATORE RIZZA Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 45 (Tuesday, March 11, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 45 (Tuesday, March 11, 2025)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E207] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

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Floor Speech2025-03-05TaxesTradeSocial Security
CONGRESS HAS NOT ENHANCED SOCIAL SECURITY IN MORE THAN 50 YEARS

CONGRESS HAS NOT ENHANCED SOCIAL SECURITY IN MORE THAN 50 YEARS Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 42 (Wednesday, March 5, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 42 (Wednesday, March 5, 2025)] [House] [Pages H982-H983] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government…

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Floor Speech2025-03-04TaxesTradeEducation
SOCIAL SECURITY IS THE NUMBER ONE ANTIPOVERTY PROGRAM IN UNITED STATES

SOCIAL SECURITY IS THE NUMBER ONE ANTIPOVERTY PROGRAM IN UNITED STATES Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 41 (Tuesday, March 4, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 41 (Tuesday, March 4, 2025)] [House] [Page H953] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing…

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Floor Speech2025-03-03TaxesSocial Security
PREEMINENT ANTIPOVERTY PROGRAM FOR ELDERLY AND CHILDREN

PREEMINENT ANTIPOVERTY PROGRAM FOR ELDERLY AND CHILDREN Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 40 (Monday, March 3, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 40 (Monday, March 3, 2025)] [House] [Pages H925-H926] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

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Floor Speech2025-03-03CeremonialLabor
EULOGY BY SAM IACOBELLIS FOR DOROTHY CHRISTIANA

EULOGY BY SAM IACOBELLIS FOR DOROTHY CHRISTIANA Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 40 (Monday, March 3, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 40 (Monday, March 3, 2025)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E177-E178] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing…

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Floor Speech2024-12-18HR7213
PERSONAL EXPLANATION

PERSONAL EXPLANATION Congressional Record, Volume 170 Issue 188 (Wednesday, December 18, 2024) [Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 188 (Wednesday, December 18, 2024)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E1301] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

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Floor Speech2024-12-09TaxesTradeSocial Security
SOCIAL SECURITY

SOCIAL SECURITY Congressional Record, Volume 170 Issue 182 (Monday, December 9, 2024) [Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 182 (Monday, December 9, 2024)] [House] [Page H6449] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] SOCIAL SECURITY The…

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