Press Release: Larson Statement on 2027 Social Security COLA Announcement
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Larson criticized the 2027 Social Security COLA, arguing it won’t keep pace with costs and urging benefit expansion and solvency reforms.
Investivoq AI Summary
Larson responds to 2027 Social Security COLA: House Social Security Subcommittee Ranking Member John B. Larson said the Social Security Administration’s 3.6% cost-of-living adjustment for 2027 is welcome but, in his view, “won’t be enough” for many seniors facing higher costs. He linked the announcement to broader concerns about affordability and the program’s finances.
Larson warns of future benefit cuts: In the statement, Larson said Congress must act to avoid automatic benefit reductions if Social Security’s trust funds run short, and he criticized the Trump administration and Republican leaders for what he described as efforts to weaken the system. He said Democrats are ready with a plan to stop cuts and raise benefits.
Proposed changes outlined: Larson also cited his Social Security 2100 Act, saying it would improve benefits and extend solvency by lifting the FICA tax cap and applying a net investment income tax to income above $400,000.
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John B. Larson Fundraising
John B. Larson recently disclosed $272.5K of fundraising in a Pre-Primary FEC disclosure filed on July 30th, 2026. This was the 149th most from all Pre-Primary reports we have seen this year. 91.5% came from individual donors.
Larson disclosed $543.1K of spending. This was the 182nd most from all Pre-Primary reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Larson disclosed $809.9K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 354th most from all Pre-Primary reports we have seen this year.
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John B. Larson Net Worth
Investivoq estimates that John B. Larson is worth $2.6M, as of October 14th, 2026. This is the 244th highest net worth in Congress, per our live estimates.
Larson has approximately $821.3K invested in publicly traded assets which Investivoq is able to track live.
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John B. Larson Bill Proposals
Here are some bills which have recently been proposed by John B. Larson:
- H.R.9964: To amend the War Powers Resolution to provide for the limitation on Federal funding in contravention of the requirements of the War Powers Resolution.
- H.R.9519: Social Security 2100 Act
- H.R.9355: Don't Settle for Corruption Act
- H.R.9354: Fair Elections Now Act
- H.R.8694: Assault Weapon Financing Accountability Act
- H.R.7910: ACTION for National Service Act
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2026 Connecticut's 1st Congressional District Election
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Approximately $2,572,096 of this has been from outside spending by PACs and Super PACs. Some of the groups who are spending money in this race include:
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The rating for this race is currently "Solid D".
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