Press Releases
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
December 22, 2022
New Democrat Coalition Congratulates Rep. Rick Larsen on Election to Lead Democrats on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee
Today, House Democrats unanimously voted to elect New Dem Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-02) to serve as the top Democrat on the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee in the 118th Congress. New Dems previously endorsed Rep. Larsen for this role. NDC Chair Suzan DelBene (WA-01) released the below statement following today’s vote: “New Dems are thrilled to congratulate Rep. Rick Larsen on his new role as the top Democrat on the House Transportation and Infrastructure … Continue Reading
December 20, 2022
New Dems Congratulate NDC Chair Suzan DelBene on Appointment to Chair the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee
Today, New Democrat Coalition Chair-elect Annie Kuster (NH-02) released the below statement celebrating Rep. Suzan DelBene's (WA-01) appointment by Democratic Leader-elect Hakeem Jeffries to chair the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC): "New Dems are thrilled to congratulate New Democrat Coalition Chair Suzan DelBene on her well-deserved appointment to be the DCCC Chair for the 2024 election cycle. "During her time as Chair of the New Democrat Coalition, Suzan has been a … Continue Reading
December 20, 2022
New Democrat Coalition Chair-elect Annie Kuster Appoints Marc Veasey, Lori Trahan, and Susie Lee to Leadership Team for 118th Congress
Today, New Democrat Coalition (NDC) Chair-elect Annie Kuster (NH-02) announced three appointments to the NDC Leadership Team for the 118th Congress. Kuster appointed Rep. Marc Veasey (TX-33) and Rep. Lori Trahan (MA-03) to serve as Leadership Members and Rep. Susie Lee (NV-03) to serve as the Coalition’s Whip. “As the incoming NDC Chair, I’m thrilled to announce I am appointing Rep. Marc Veasey, Rep. Lori Trahan, and Rep. Susie Lee to our leadership team. Each of these … Continue Reading
December 19, 2022
ICYMI: New Democrat Coalition Chair-elect Annie Kuster Discusses the Importance of New Dems in the 118th Congress on MSNBC
Yesterday, New Democrat Coalition (NDC) Chair-elect Annie Kuster (NH-02) joined Michael Steele on MSNBC to discuss the key role New Dems are poised to play in a closely divided 118th Congress as the "can-do" caucus: You can watch the clip here and read a transcript of the interview below: Michael Steele: We're with Annie Kuster of New Hampshire, she's Chair-elect of the New Democrat Coalition. Welcome Congresswoman, it's good to see you. NDC Chair-elect Annie Kuster: Great to be with … Continue Reading
December 15, 2022
New Dems Call for Urgent Action on Immigration Legislation Before End of the Year
The Affordable and Secure Food Act will stabilize and preserve the American agricultural industry and lower food prices by addressing the labor shortage New Dems have also called for urgent action on a pathway to citizenship for Dreamers before the end of the year Today, New Democrat Coalition (NDC) Chair Suzan DelBene (WA-01) and Immigration Task Force Co-Chairs Salud Carbajal (CA-24) and Greg Stanton (AZ-09) released the following statement calling for urgent action on the Affordable and … Continue Reading
December 09, 2022
NDC Chair-Elect Kuster Applauds 16 Key New Dem Appointments in the House Democratic Caucus
Today, New Democrat Coalition (NDC) Chair-elect Annie Kuster (NH-02) applauded the appointment of 16 New Dems to key leadership positions on the Steering and Policy Committee and as Chief Deputy Whips within the House Democratic Caucus. Leader-designate Hakeem Jeffries named New Dem Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-23) as Co-Chair of the Steering and Policy Committee (S&P), and appointed New Dem Chair-elect Annie Kuster and Reps. Salud Carbajal (CA-24), Angie Craig (MN-02), Josh … Continue Reading
December 08, 2022
New Dem Health Care Task Force Pushes for Inclusion of the Restoring Hope for Mental Health and Well-Being Act in End-of-Year Package
Today, the New Democrat Coalition (NDC) Health Care Task Force, led by Co-Chairs Terri Sewell (AL-07) and Kim Schrier (WA-08), sent a letter today to Congressional Leadership urging the inclusion of H.R. 7666, the Restoring Hope for Mental Health and Well-Being Act, in an end-of-year package. Read an excerpt of the letter here: "H.R. 7666, the Restoring Hope for Mental Health and Well-Being Act, turns the tide on this mental health crisis. This comprehensive legislation ensures more … Continue Reading