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February 7, 2010

Washington, DC- Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-3) released the following statement in response to the explosion in Middletown, Connecticut this morning:

"I was very saddened to hear of the explosion at the Kleen Energy power plant in Middletown this morning. I have spoken with Mayor Giuliano and Governor Rell and will do whatever I can to help during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with the families affected by this tragedy, and I will continue to be in contact with local, state, and federal officials as we move forward." 

February 6, 2010

Washington, DC- Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-3) released the following statement in reaction to the court decision reached last night regarding Pratt & Whitney's plants in East Hartford and Cheshire:

February 5, 2010

Washington, DC– Congresswoman Rosa L. DeLauro (CT-3) released the following released today in reaction to the announcement by USDA on a new framework for animal disease traceability in the United States:

"The announcement today reinforces the value of a national traceability system to animal health and our livestock markets. After receiving $147 million in funding, it is encouraging to see the USDA begin to formulate a detailed plan on how it intends to implement an effective system across the country.

February 5, 2010

WASHINGTON, DC-- Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro, Chairwoman of the Agriculture-FDA Appropriations Subcommittee today released the following statement in response to the new USDA initiatives:

February 4, 2010
Legislation was signed into law one year ago today


Washington, D.C.  – Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-3) praised the reauthorization of the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIPRA), which was signed into law by President Obama one year ago today.

February 1, 2010

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-3), Chairwoman of the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration Appropriations Subcommittee, released the following statement today in reaction to President Obama's proposed budget for the Department of Agriculture and the Food and Drug Administration for fiscal year 2011:

February 1, 2010

Washington, DC – Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-3) released the following statement in response to President Obama's budget for fiscal year 2011:

February 1, 2010
Sensor Switch, Inc. awarded $225,000 in ARRA tax credits


Washington, DC – Congresswoman Rosa L. DeLauro (CT-3) visited Sensor Switch, Inc., a company was awarded $225,000 in Advanced Energy Manufacturing Tax Credits through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act for their innovative and sustainable business practices.

January 30, 2010
New legislation would protect homeowners and reform foreclosure process


New Haven, CT— Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-3) held a press conference today to call for the passage of the Regulation of Mortgage Servicing Act, legislation she introduced that would establish national standards for mortgage lenders and help to protect families struggling to avoid home foreclosure.

January 29, 2010

Washington, DC— Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro (CT-03) released the following statement praising the announcement of $40 million in funding for the New Haven, Connecticut to Springfield, Massachusetts through the High Speed Intercity Passenger Rail (HSIPR) Program. Part of $8 billion worth of American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funds being awarded to 31 states across the country, the funds will be used to improve the service of the line, increase the population base that can be served, and reduce travel time.