Press Releases
New Democrat Coalition Chair Kuster Applauds Biden Administration’s Plan to Expand School Meals for Children
Today, New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02) released the following statement applauding the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s new rule that would help provide millions more children with school meals: “Last year, as part of the New Democrat Coalition’s Action Plan to Fight Inflation, our Members pushed the Biden Administration and Congress to extend school and summer meal flexibilities to ensure no child goes hungry. “New Dems … Continue Reading
March 11, 2023
New Democrat Coalition Chair Statement on the Collapse of the Silicon Valley Bank
Today, New Democrat Coalition (NDC) Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02) released the following statement on the collapse of the Silicon Valley Bank: “Our Coalition is deeply troubled by the sudden failure of the Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) and the impacts on workers, the economy, and the country’s innovation ecosystem. American workers began missing paychecks on Friday as businesses lost access to their accounts. Our Coalition appreciates the Biden Administration’s focus on this … Continue Reading
March 10, 2023
ICYMI TRANSCRIPT: New Dem Leaders Hold Press Conference Unveiling Nine New Policy Task Forces & Robust Policy Agenda for 118th Congress
Today, New Democrat Coalition (NDC) Leaders, led by NDC Chair Annie Kuster and NDC Vice Chair for Policy Derek Kilmer, held a press conference unveiling nine new policy task forces for the 118th Congress. The New Dem Task Forces will develop innovative policy ideas and work to find common ground on critical issues from climate change to immigration reform. You can read the transcript from today's press conference below: NDC Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02): Good morning, everyone. Thank you for … Continue Reading
March 10, 2023
ICYMI in Bloomberg Government: Centrist Democrats Haven’t Given Up Hope for Deals With GOP
New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02) spoke with Bloomberg Government’s Emily Wilkins about the work New Dems are doing to advance key initiatives in this closely divided Congress. You can find the article in Bloomberg Government and read the full piece below: Bloomberg Government: Centrist Democrats Haven’t Given Up Hope for Deals With GOP By Emily Wilkins March 10, 2023 A centrist group of House Democrats is betting it can buck the … Continue Reading
March 10, 2023
New Democrat Coalition Unveils Nine New Policy Task Forces & Outlines Robust Policy Agenda for 118th Congress
Today, the New Democrat Coalition (NDC), led by Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02) and Vice Chair for Policy Derek Kilmer (WA-06), unveiled nine new policy task forces for the 118th Congress. From combating the climate crisis to enacting commonsense immigration reform, each task force is centered around New Dems’ top priorities and areas where New Dem Members believe bipartisan progress is possible in a closely divided Congress. These task forces will help New Dems advance a … Continue Reading
March 09, 2023
New Democrat Coalition Statement Applauding President Biden’s Budget Proposal
Today, New Democrat Coalition (NDC) Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02) and Vice Chair for Communications Brad Schneider (IL-10) released a statement following President Biden’s announcement of his Fiscal Year 2024 budget proposal: “New Dems applaud President Biden on his comprehensive budget proposal, which will strengthen our economy, reduce the deficit, and move our country forward. “In stark contrast, this Congress, Republicans in Washington have been focused on … Continue Reading
March 09, 2023
New Democrat Coalition Celebrates Swearing-In of New Dem Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan
This week, Rep. Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) was sworn into Congress and inducted as the New Democrat Coalition’s newest Member. New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02) released the following statement on her induction: “New Dems are thrilled to welcome Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan to our Coalition. Serving in the Virginia Legislature for nearly two decades, Jennifer has a strong track record of getting results for her constituents. From … Continue Reading
March 07, 2023
ICYMI in Roll Call: New Dem Chair Kuster seeks to bridge the congressional divide
New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02) sat down with Roll Call's Justin Papp to discuss the work she is doing to bridge the partisan divide in Washington and make Congress work for the American people. You can find the article in Roll Call and read the full piece below: Roll Call: New Dems Chair Kuster seeks to bridge the congressional divide By Justin Papp March 7, 2023 Ann McLane Kuster has been on the front lines of tight races, and over and over again … Continue Reading
February 28, 2023
New Dem Chair Annie Kuster Applauds Start of CHIPS for America Program
Today, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced its first funding opportunity through the CHIPS for America Act focused on commercial semiconductor manufacturing facilities. New Democrat Coalition (NDC) Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02) released the below statement following the announcement: “Today’s announcement marks a major step forward in implementing the CHIPS and Science Act and brings the U.S. one step closer to once again leading the world in manufacturing the chips that are … Continue Reading
February 15, 2023
New Dem Chair Kuster Applauds Nomination of Xochitl Torres Small as the Deputy Secretary of Agriculture, Calls on Senate for Swift Confirmation
Today, New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02) released the following statement applauding President Biden’s decision to nominate Xochitl Torres Small as the Deputy Secretary of Agriculture and calling on the Senate to act quickly to confirm her nomination: “I’m thrilled the President has nominated my friend and former New Dem Representative Xochitl Torres Small to be the Deputy Secretary of Agriculture. “Her knowledge of and dedication to rural … Continue Reading
February 09, 2023
NDC Chair Kuster on New Dem Committee Assignments for the 118th Congress
New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02) released the below statement following Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries’ (NY-08) announcement of committee assignments for the 118th Congress. Eleven New Dems are serving as Ranking Members, including David Scott (GA-13) on Agriculture, Adam Smith (WA-09) on Armed Services, Brendan Boyle (PA-02) on Budget, Gregory Meeks (NY-05) on Foreign Affairs, Rick Larsen … Continue Reading
February 07, 2023
NDC Chair Kuster Applauds President Biden’s Second State of the Union Address
New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02) released the below statement following President Biden’s State of the Union address to Congress: “Joe Biden is the American Jobs President. “In his first State of the Union address, the President laid out a plan to help create American jobs, invest in American manufacturing, and lower health care costs for families. As the ‘Can Do Caucus,’ New Dems helped him achieve these goals by passing the … Continue Reading
February 01, 2023
New Dems Reject Socialism and Call on House Republican Leadership to Join Effort to Grow the Economy
Today, the New Democrat Coalition Leadership Members released the following statement in response to the upcoming vote on a resolution to denounce socialism: “New Dems strongly reject socialism – period. House Republican Leaders should set aside political games and join us as we work to grow our economy for all Americans.” New Democrat Coalition Leadership includes Chair Annie Kuster, Vice Chairs Sharice Davids, Derek Kilmer, Brad Schneider, and Salud Carbajal, … Continue Reading
January 12, 2023
New Democrat Coalition Chair Kuster on Declining Inflation Rate
Today, New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02) released the following statement on the release of December’s inflation report, showing a decline in the price of consumer goods and services: “Today’s inflation report is yet another indication that our Coalition’s work to implement the New Dem Action Plan to Fight Inflation is helping to provide relief to millions of Americans burdened by high prices. “Last year, New Dems … Continue Reading
January 09, 2023
New Democrat Coalition Chair Kuster Statement on the House GOP Rules Package
Today, New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02) released the below statement following the passage of the Republican House Rules Package, which New Dems unanimously opposed: "Following the chaotic GOP Speaker election, Republicans today passed a House Rules package crafted with far-right hardliners that makes it harder to find bipartisan common ground. "Instead of reaching across the aisle to craft rules that will incentivize Republicans and Democrats to work together, Speaker … Continue Reading
January 07, 2023
New Democrat Coalition Chair Kuster on the Start of the 118th Congress & Republican Speaker Election
Washington, D.C. - Today, New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02) released the following statement on the start of the 118th Congress and the chaos surrounding the Republican Speaker election: "For more than 25 years, New Dems have worked to break through the gridlock in Washington to deliver real results for the American people. That's exactly what we did in the 117th Congress, and we will continue that commitment in the 118th. "Unfortunately, House Republicans' failure to … Continue Reading
January 03, 2023
Leighton Huch Joins New Democrat Coalition as Policy Director
Today, New Democrat Coalition (NDC) Chair Annie Kuster released the below statement announcing Leighton Huch as the Coalition’s new Policy Director. “New Dems are thrilled to welcome Leighton Huch to our team,” said NDC Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02). “Having served in the office of my dear friend and fellow New Dem Congresswoman Cheri Bustos for more than five years, Leighton knows how to break through the gridlock in Washington to deliver for the … Continue Reading
December 23, 2022
New Dems Secure Key Priorities in End-of-Year Government Funding Package
Today, New Dems unanimously voted to pass government funding legislation that contained significant wins secured by the New Democrat Coalition. New Democrat Coalition Chair Suzan DelBene (WA-01) released the below statement on final passage of the legislation: “New Dems fought hard to include several key priorities in this legislation, including $200 million for Chair Emeritus Kilmer’s RECOMPETE Act pilot program, lifesaving legislation to address the mental health … Continue Reading
December 23, 2022
New Democrat Coalition on Release of January 6th Committee’s Final Report
Last night, the House Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the Capitol released a report examining the conduct of former President Trump and his co-conspirators in the lead up to the January 6th attack on the Capitol, following the Committee’s final session on Monday. The report refers four criminal charges against former president Donald Trump to the Justice Department. New Democrat Coalition (NDC) Chair Suzan DelBene (WA-01) released the below … Continue Reading
December 22, 2022
New Democrat Coalition Celebrates Strong New Dem Representation in House Democratic Leadership
Today, New Democrat Coalition Chair-elect Annie Kuster (NH-02) released the below statement on the strong number of New Dem Members in Democratic Leadership positions for the 118th Congress: "I'm thrilled to congratulate all of the newly elected House Democratic Leaders for the 118th Congress, including five of our New Dem Members who are serving in some of the top leadership posts. "We are so proud of Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar, DCCC Chair Suzan DelBene, DPCC Co-Chairs Dean Phillips and … Continue Reading