Press Releases
New Dem Climate and Clean Energy Task Force Secures Victory for Clean Energy Deployment, Applauds White House for Incorporating New Dem Priorities Into Permitting Reform Agenda
Today, the Biden-Harris Administration released a Fact Sheet outlining their plans to accelerate the deployment of clean energy projects by reforming Federal permitting and environmental review processes. By leveraging existing permitting authorities along with new provisions included in the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, which New Dems helped pass last year, we can tackle the climate crisis and advance the nation’s transition to clean energy. This announcement comes after New Dems sent … Continue Reading
May 10, 2023
New Dem Immigration & Border Security Task Force Rejects House GOP Border Bill, Which Fails to Strengthen the Economy, Combat Crime, or Control the Flow of Illegal Drugs
New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02), Immigration Task Force Chair Greg Stanton (AZ-04), and Vice Chairs Salud Carbajal (CA-24) and Lou Correa (CA-46) issued a statement ahead of the House’s consideration of H.R. 2, the Secure the Border Act: “This week, our Republican colleagues will attempt to rush through an ineffective, unserious bill that will wreck our economy and make the challenges on our Southern Border worse. This extreme and partisan proposal is not a real … Continue Reading
May 01, 2023
New Dems Call for Immediate Action on the Debt Ceiling
Today, following Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen’s announcement that the U.S. could hit the debt ceiling by June 1st if Congress does not act now, New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02), Vice Chair for Communications Brad Schneider (IL-10), and Vice Chair for Policy Derek Kilmer (WA-06) released the following statement: “Treasury Secretary Yellen’s announcement today makes it clear there is no time to waste. We must address the debt ceiling without condition … Continue Reading
April 27, 2023
Reps. Joe Courtney and Andrea Salinas Join the New Democrat Coalition
Today, the New Democrat Coalition (NDC) added Reps. Joe Courtney (CT-02) and Andrea Salinas (OR-06) as the newest Members of the Coalition. During his nine terms in Congress, Rep. Courtney has developed a strong reputation for delivering results for his constituents. From expanding access to jobs and affordable health care to working across the aisle to strengthen America’s national security, Rep. Courtney is a critical voice in … Continue Reading
April 26, 2023
New Dems Call on Republicans to Join Their Efforts to Avoid the Disastrous Consequences of Default and Advance Smart Fiscal Policies
Today, New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02), NDC Economic Growth and Fiscal Responsibility Task Force Chair Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06), and Vice Chair Nikema Williams (GA-05) released a statement following today’s floor vote on the House Republican “Default on America Act”: “Today, Americans saw that while Republicans are willing to push our country to the edge of economic catastrophe, Democrats are united behind passing legislation … Continue Reading
April 26, 2023
ICYMI: House Democrats Across the Caucus Call for Congress to Reject Republican Debt Ceiling Demands and Avoid Economic Default
Today, Budget Committee Ranking Member Brendan Boyle (PA-02), Congressional Progressive Caucus Chair Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), and New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02) joined together to demand a clean debt ceiling increase. Boyle, Jayapal, and Kuster led a letter to House Republican leadership, with nearly 200 signatories, calling on Republicans to protect the full faith and credit of the United States by lifting the debt ceiling without any extraneous policies … Continue Reading
April 26, 2023
House Democrats Across the Caucus Call for Congress to Reject Republican Debt Ceiling Demands and Avoid Economic Default
Today, led by Representatives Brendan F. Boyle (PA-02), Ranking Member of the House Budget Committee, Pramila Jayapal (WA-07), Chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, and Annie Kuster (NH-02), Chair of the New Democrat Coalition, Members from across the House Democratic Caucus called on Republicans to uphold their obligation to protect the full faith and credit of the United States by lifting the debt ceiling “without any extraneous policies attached.” The lawmakers also … Continue Reading
April 21, 2023
New Dems Call on Biden Administration to Build on Actions to Accelerate Clean Energy Deployment
Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition Climate Change and Clean Energy Task Force sent a letter to the White House urging the Biden-Harris Administration to speed up efforts to accelerate clean energy deployment using Section 216(h) of the Federal Power Act. Section 216(h) enhances America’s clean energy abilities by increasing coordination on federal authorizations and environmental reviews to site more electric transmission lines. The letter from Chair Rep. Scott Peters (CA-50) … Continue Reading
April 20, 2023
ICYMI Rep. Nikki Budzinski in Newsweek: I Flipped My Seat Blue. I Know Congress Can Pursue Bipartisan Goals
Read the full op-ed here and below: On November 8th, I became the first Democrat elected to represent my area of Illinois in nearly a decade. As I reach 100 days serving in Congress, I've been reflecting on why I ran for office, my mission, and the work that Democratic freshmen have already accomplished so far. I was able to flip my seat from red to blue because I ran a campaign focused on reaching across the aisle to find common-sense solutions to the issues facing working families. … Continue Reading
April 18, 2023
New Democrat Coalition Announces Full Membership for Policy Task Forces
Today, the New Democrat Coalition (NDC) announced the full membership for the Coalition’s nine new policy task forces for the 118th Congress. These nine policy task forces are focused on the Coalition’s top priorities for the 118th Congress as well as issues where New Dems believe bipartisan progress is possible in a closely divided House. Members of these task forces are policy and thought leaders who will lead the charge in tackling our nation’s toughest problems, … Continue Reading
April 18, 2023
New Dems Defend Biden Administration’s Support for American Solar Power
Today, New Democrat Coalition Trade Task Force Chair Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) and Climate Change and Clean Energy Task Force Chair Scott Peters (CA-50) released a statement urging the Biden administration to continue to ensure a swift and orderly transition for the domestic solar industry. Solar energy is critical to lowering energy costs for families, creating American jobs, and facilitating the energy transition to combat climate change. “As climate and trade leaders of the New … Continue Reading
March 29, 2023
ICYMI Rep. Schneider in Newsweek: Enough Republican Misinformation. Democrats Are the Real Job Creators | Opinion
ICYMI: New Democrat Coalition Vice Chair for Communications Brad Schneider (IL-10) penned the below op-ed in Newsweek making a data-driven case for why our economy is better under Democratic leadership. Read the full op-ed here and below: Despite Republicans' continued efforts to paint Democrats as socialists, the truth is, we are actually really good at capitalism. In fact, under Democratic Administrations since John F. Kennedy, the American economy has created 74.2 million … Continue Reading
March 29, 2023
New Dems Reject House Republicans’ H.R. 1 Proposal, Call for Bipartisan Pathway to Accelerate Clean Energy Deployment
Today, New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02), Climate Change and Clean Energy Task Force Chair Scott Peters (CA-50), and Vice Chairs Sean Casten (IL-06), Susan Wild (PA-07), and Eric Sorensen (IL-17) released a statement calling for a bipartisan pathway for clean energy deployment. “This week, House Republicans will attempt to advance a partisan bill that does nothing to lower energy costs for Americans or address the reality of a changing climate. As our country experiences … Continue Reading
March 23, 2023
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