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Today, Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) released a statement after her friend and colleague Congresswoman Jan Schakowsky (IL-09) announced she would not seek re-election in the next Congress:

“One of my great privileges of my time in Congress has been serving with Jan Schakowsky. I met her before our time in Congress, and I quickly realized she would be more than a colleague – she is a sister, a legislative force, and a tireless champion for the people of Illinois. 

Today, Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) issued the following statement: 

Today, Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) released a statement marking President Donald Trump’s first 100 days in office:

“President Trump has not been laser focused on the cost-of-living crisis. In fact, he is making it worse. He promised to fight for the working-class but instead he handed the government over to Elon Musk and billionaires.

Today, Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) released a statement on the death of Pope Francis:

“Pope Francis was an extraordinary individual who reminded us all of the rich history of the Catholic Church on social justice, and especially our moral commitment to help the poor and vulnerable. I was honored to be part of the congressional delegation representing the United States at his installation in 2013, a moment that marked the beginning of a papacy defined by compassion, humility, and a tireless pursuit of justice.

Today, Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) led 32 House Democratic lawmakers in a letter to Cal-Maine Foods, the largest producer and distributor of shell eggs in the United States, demanding an explanation for the rise in eggs prices amid record profits for the giant corporation.

Today, Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) voted against Republican’s budget proposal which would gut Medicaid by $880 billion and leave 80 million Americans without healthcare. 

Livestream of press conference available HERE

Press Conference Video Available HERE

Today, Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) and Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) introduced the Paycheck Fairness Act, legislation that would strengthen the Equal Pay Act of 1963, help eliminate the gender wage gap, and guarantee that women can challenge pay discrimination and hold employers accountable.