Press Releases
New Democrat Coalition Leadership on Trump’s First Day in Office
Today, New Democrat Coalition Leadership released the following statement on President Trump’s inauguration and first day in office: “In the November election, the American people sounded the alarm about their first priority for Washington: we need to lower costs for hardworking American families. Yet, on his first day in office, President Trump completely failed to address the number one issue for the American people - the economy. “Instead, President Trump announced nearly 100 Executive … Continue Reading
January 17, 2025
New Democrat Coalition Chair and Vice Chair Honor President Joe Biden: “New Dems are Forever Grateful”
Today, New Democrat Coalition Chair Brad Schneider (IL-10) and Vice Chair for Communications Marc Veasey (TX-33) issued a statement reflecting on the historic achievements of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris’ administration: “New Dems are extremely proud to have partnered with President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris over their four years in office to deliver some of the most consequential legislation in modern American history. “Together, we helped restore … Continue Reading
January 15, 2025
New Dems Applaud House Passage of Legislation to Strengthen the U.S. Trade and Economic Relationship with Taiwan
Today, New Democrat Coalition Chair Brad Schneider (IL-10) and New Dem Ways & Means Committee Members Reps. Suzan DelBene (WA-01), Jimmy Panetta (CA-19), and Don Beyer (VA-08) issued a joint statement following the passage of the United States-Taiwan Expedited Double-Tax Relief Act (H.R.33). “New Dems today celebrate the House passage of legislation to finally alleviate double taxation between the U.S. and Taiwan and pave the way for increased Taiwanese investment in the U.S. … Continue Reading
January 15, 2025
New Dem Chair Schneider Applauds New Dems’ Appointments to Influential House Committees
Today, New Democrat Coalition Chair Brad Schneider (IL-10) issued a statement following the announcement of committee assignments for New Dem Members in the 119th Congress. “In the 119th Congress, New Dems are well-positioned to play a critical role in developing policy solutions across every committee in the House,” said Chair Schneider. “From our several New Dem Ranking Members to our new Members serving on committees for the first time, every single New Dem earned their placement because … Continue Reading
January 14, 2025
ICYMI: ‘Relationships matter’: How Brad Schneider and his New Democrat Coalition could make a difference in Congress
ICYMI: New Democrat Coalition Chair Brad Schneider (IL-10) was featured in a Daily Herald story about the role the New Dems will play in the 119th Congress. By exploring the partisan dynamics both in the House of Representatives and federal government at large, the piece makes clear that New Dems will play a pivotal role in getting things done on the issues that matter most to the American people. Read the full article here and below. ‘Relationships matter’: How Brad Schneider and his … Continue Reading
January 03, 2025
New Dem Chair Schneider Celebrates Swearing in of 110 New Dem Members, including 25 Freshmen
Today, New Democrat Coalition (NDC) Chair Brad Schneider (IL-10) issued a statement following the swearing in ceremony of all 110 New Dem Members in the 119th Congress - including 25 freshman Members: “I am thrilled to congratulate and welcome the 25 new Members joining Congress and our New Dem Coalition today. This Freshman class represents one of the largest in New Dems history - each unique and exceptional in their own right. I have no doubt they will strengthen New Dems with their … Continue Reading
December 20, 2024
New Dem Chair-Elect: House Democrats Saved the American People from Speaker Johnson’s Shutdown
Today, New Democrat Coalition Chair-Elect Brad Schneider (IL-10) issued a statement following the House vote on a measure to fund the government until March 2025. The Continuing Resolution passed with House Democrats providing the overwhelming majority of votes in favor. New Dems helped secure several key provisions in the final legislation, including: $100 billion in disaster relief, $10 billion in economic assistance for America’s farmers, and an extension of the Farm Bill. “Today, New … Continue Reading
December 17, 2024
New Dem Chair-Elect Schneider Congratulates Democratic Committee Leaders for 119th Congress
Today, New Democrat Coalition Chair-Elect Brad Schneider issued a statement following House Democratic Caucus elections to select the Committee Ranking Members for the 119th Congress. “New Dems congratulate all the Ranking Members elected today, who will no doubt lead their colleagues in advancing thoughtful policy solutions to address the issues that matter most to the American people,” said Chair-Elect Schneider. “We are particularly proud of our New Dem colleagues, including returning … Continue Reading
December 13, 2024
New Dem Leadership Endorses Rep. Gerry Connolly as Ranking Member on the Committee on Oversight and Accountability in the 119th Congress
Today, New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02) and New Democrat Coalition Chair-Elect Brad Schneider (IL-10) issued the below statement on New Dem Leadership's endorsement of New Dem Rep. Gerry Connolly (VA-11) as Ranking Member on the House Oversight and Accountability Committee: “New Dems are proud to endorse our colleague, friend, and fellow New Dem Rep. Gerry Connolly for Ranking Member of the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability. Rep. Connolly is a strong and … Continue Reading
December 06, 2024
New Dem Chair-Elect Schneider Announces Full Leadership Team for 119th Congress
Today, New Democrat Coalition Chair-Elect Brad Schneider (IL-10) announced that he has appointed the following Members to New Dem Leadership for the 119th Congress: Rep. Haley Stevens (MI-11) will serve as Vice Chair at Large, Rep. Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) will serve as Whip, and Reps. Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) and Andrea Salinas (OR-06) will serve as Leadership Members at Large. “I am proud to announce the full New Dem leadership team for the 119th Congress. Haley Stevens, Marilyn … Continue Reading
December 03, 2024
New Dem Leaders Push for Passage of YIMBY Act to Build More Homes, Lower Costs
Today, New Democrat Coalition Vice Chair for Policy Derek Kilmer (WA-06) and NDC Affordable Housing Task Force Chair Norma J. Torres (CA-35) issued statements urging the passage of the Yes In My Backyard (YIMBY) Act (H.R.3507) ahead of a vote on the House floor this week. The YIMBY Act, a bipartisan bill introduced and championed by Vice Chair Kilmer in the 116th, 117th and 118th Congresses, would remove discriminatory zoning policies and burdensome regulations blocking housing and community … Continue Reading
November 21, 2024
ICYMI Transcript: New Democrat Coalition Holds Press Conference Introducing Leadership for 119th Congress & 23 Members-elect
Today, the newly-elected New Democrat Coalition Leadership team - including Chair-Elect Brad Schneider (IL-10), Vice Chairs-Elect Nikki Budzinski (IL-13), Salud Carbajal (CA-24), Josh Harder (CA-09), and Marc Veasey (TX-23), and Freshman Leadership Representative-Elect Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08) - joined outgoing NDC Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02) and the Members-elect of the New Dem freshman class to discuss the Coalition’s role in the upcoming 119th Congress. You can read a full transcript … Continue Reading
November 20, 2024
New Democrat Coalition Elects New Leadership and Inducts 23 New Members Ahead of 119th Congress
Tonight, New Democrat Coalition Members and Members-Elect selected Rep. Brad Schneider (IL-10) as the New Dem Chair for the 119th Congress. Additionally, Rep. Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) will serve as Vice Chair for Policy, Rep. Salud Carbajal (CA-24) will serve as Vice Chair for Outreach, Rep. Josh Harder (CA-09) will serve as Vice Chair for Member Services, and Rep. Marc Veasey (TX-33) will serve as Vice Chair for Communications. In addition, by unanimous vote, the Coalition inducted 23 … Continue Reading
November 20, 2024
New Dems Congratulate House Democratic Leadership Following Caucus Elections
Today, New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02) issued a statement following yesterday’s House Democratic Caucus Elections, where lawmakers re-elected Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries (NY-08), Whip Katherine Clark (MA-05), and Caucus Chairman and New Dem Member Pete Aguilar (CA-33) to lead the Caucus in the 119th Congress. New Dems were elected to prominent positions across House Democratic Leadership. Rep. Susie Lee was elected as Battleground Leadership Representative by returning … Continue Reading
November 19, 2024
New Dem Climate Change & Clean Energy Task Force Chair Emphasizes Commitment to Climate Goals
Today, upon returning from the COP 29 summit in Azerbaijan over the weekend, New Democrat Coalition Climate Change and Clean Energy Task Force Chair Scott Peters (CA-50) issued a statement on the New Dems’ commitment to meeting our climate goals and to working to prevent the next Administration from reversing the progress we’ve made. “As Congress prepares for a new administration, we cannot lose sight of one of the top threats facing our nation and our planet: climate change. The U.S. must … Continue Reading
November 14, 2024
New Dem Chair on the Upcoming House Republican Majority
Today, New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02) issued the following statement after the House Republican Conference officially secured the House majority in the 119th Congress: “While we are disappointed with the results of the 2024 election, New Dems are immensely proud of our Members and Members-elect who focused on a common-sense message that resonated with constituents. Despite our efforts, Democrats will not hold the majority in the 119th Congress - but with a razor-thin House … Continue Reading
November 12, 2024
New Dems Hold Orientation for Incoming Freshman Class for 119th Congress
Today, New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02) issued a statement ahead of the Coalition’s orientation for incoming New Dems. New Democrat Coalition Members and staff will join panelists to discuss setting policy goals, achieving congressional wins, building out a new office, navigating the Committee steering process, utilizing franking for constituent communications, and more. This incoming New Dem class is among the largest in the Coalition’s history, bringing the number of New … Continue Reading
October 21, 2024
New Dem Chair Applauds Biden-Harris Rule to Expand Contraception Coverage Under ACA
Today, New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02) issued the following statement after the Biden-Harris Administration announced a new proposed rule to expand no-cost coverage of contraception under the Affordable Care Act (ACA). “With today’s announcement, the Biden-Harris Administration is taking groundbreaking steps to empower all women to exercise their fundamental freedom to make their own health care decisions - no matter where they live. “Tens of millions of women with private … Continue Reading
October 10, 2024
With the Future of DACA in the Courts – Again – New Dems Call on Congress to Protect Dreamers
Today, as the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals hears oral arguments on Texas v. DHS, the case challenging the legality of the DACA policy, New Democrat Coalition Immigration and Border Security Task Force Chair Greg Stanton (AZ-04) and Vice Chairs Salud Carbajal (CA-24) and Lou Correa (CA-46) released the following statement: “Once again, the fate of the DACA program is in the courts - just the latest attempt by anti-immigrant judges and politicians to upend the lives of Dreamers and their … Continue Reading
September 30, 2024
Democratic Caucus Chairs Sound Alarm on Depletion of Child Care Support
Today, Monday, September 30, the Chairs of the Democratic Women’s Caucus (DWC), Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC), Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC), Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), Congressional Progressive Caucus (CPC), New Democrat Coalition, and Dads Caucus joined together to call attention to the ongoing child care crisis as the remaining child care funding from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) expires today. As House Democrats continue the fight for affordable … Continue Reading