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North Haven, CT – Congresswoman Rosa L. DeLauro (Conn. -3) met with Police Chiefs from towns in the Third Congressional District, including Chief James DiCarlo, North Haven; Chief Kevin Hale, Ansonia; and Chief James Lewis of New Haven, to discuss the funding included in the recently enacted the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, the annual appropriations bills, as well as the issues the Chiefs are facing within their communities.
Contact: Kristen Bossi (Murphy) (202) 225-4476
Adriana Surfas (DeLauro)
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Chris Murphy (CT-5) and Congresswoman Rosa L. DeLauro (CT-3) announced that the greater Waterbury area will receive more than $490,000 from the recently enacted American Recovery and Reinvestment Act for crime prevention.
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Rosa L. DeLauro (Conn. -3) announced that the third Congressional District will receive approximately $1.7 million from the recently enacted American Recovery and Reinvestment Act for crime prevention.
"In challenging economic times, municipalities are grappling with how to maintain services such as those aimed at preventing and controlling crime, but the funding in the recovery package will help these towns ensure the safety of their residents and the strength of their law enforcement workforce," said DeLauro.
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Rosa L. DeLauro (Conn. -3) participated in the White House Forum on Health Reform in the East Room hosted by President Barack Obama, which included five breakout groups consisting of senior White House officials Members of Congress and stakeholders with a variety of perspectives to discuss ideas on how to bring down health care costs, increase coverage, and improve quality
Contact: Kristen Bossi (Murphy) (202) 225-4476 Adriana Surfas (DeLauro) (202) 225-3661
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Chris Murphy (CT-5) and Congresswoman Rosa L. DeLauro (CT-3) announced that the city of Waterbury will receive more than $11 million in federal funding from the recently enacted American Recovery and Reinvestment Act for area transit projects.
Helping Families Save Their Homes Act aimed at stemming foreclosures
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Rosa L. DeLauro (Conn. -3) joined with colleagues to pass the Helping Families Save Their Homes Act (H.R. 1106) to begin to put part of President Barack Obama's comprehensive Homeowner Affordability and Stability Plan into law.
Washington, DC – Congresswoman Rosa L. DeLauro (Conn. -3) met Wednesday with President Barack Obama, Vice President Joe Biden, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and other Members of Congress to discuss a new strategy for U.S. policy in Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Rosa L. DeLauro (CT – 3) announced that the Tweed-New Haven Airport Authority has been awarded a $4.8 million grant for the extension and rehabilitation of the airport's taxiway. These structural improvements will dramatically increase Tweed-New Haven Airport's efficiency, allowing more planes, in a shorter period of time, to land safely.
Funding Obligated to Expand Rte. 1 under the Amtrak Bridge
Branford, CT – Standing by Route 1 under the Amtrak Bridge, Congresswoman Rosa L. DeLauro (Conn.-3) applauded the prompt action by the South Central Regional Council of Governments (SCRCOG) and the Department of Transportation to commit funds for shovel-ready transportation projects.
Encourages More Young People to Volunteer
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Rosa L. DeLauro (CT-3) welcomed Lainee Burnette of New Haven, CT to Washington, D.C. and congratulated her on receiving the "Kids to Kids" National Service Award from the Child Welfare League of America. She is one of three individuals nationwide to receive this award, which is given in recognition of youth who have reached out to help their peers in the community.