Press Releases

Argues that dual missions of food safety and promotion compromise public health

Washington, DC— Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-3), Chairwoman of the FDA and Agriculture Appropriations Subcommittee, made the following statement today in response to the recent illnesses associated with contaminated celery and cheese.

SanGar Fresh Cut Produce of San Antonio, Texas may be the source of a listeria outbreak responsible for sickening 10 people. Costco's Bravo Farms Dutch Style Gouda cheese may be linked to an outbreak of E. coli O157:H7 that has resulted in 25 illnesses across five states.

Washington, DC— Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-3) released the following statement today in support of Speaker Nancy Pelosi's announcement that she will seek to become House Democratic Leader in the next Congress:

"Over the past four years, Speaker Pelosi spent every day crafting and forging – and making sure Congress passes – legislation that reflects the values and needs of the American people. She has led the way forward on job creation, economic recovery, health care reform, and countless other issues facing our nation.

Calls for answers, alternative plans to protect New Haven Harbor

Washington, DC— Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-3), Chairwoman of the FDA and Agriculture Appropriations Subcommittee, issued the following statement today in support of the FDA reforming their approval process for medical devices.

Washington, DC— Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-3), Chairwoman of the Agriculture and FDA Appropriations Subcommittee, released the following statement today in response to the Grocery Manufacturers Association's announcement that it is developing a front-of-package labeling system describing the nutritional content of foods:

Washington, DC— Congresswoman Rosa L. DeLauro (CT-3) visited Tilcon Connecticut Inc., in North Branford, CT, today, a local business specializing in supplying building materials, construction, and paving services.

Tilcon Connecticut began in 1923, growing and evolving over the years to become a leading supplier of quality crushed stone, hot mix asphalt and ready mix concrete. Today, Tilcon is one of the largest paving companies in Connecticut, and supports the construction rehabilitation of high-quality roads, bridges, and buildings throughout the region.