Press Releases
New Democrat Coalition Releases Trade Task Force Goals for the 116th Congress
The New Democrat Coalition Trade Task Force Co-Chairs Ron Kind, Rick Larsen, Greg Meeks, and Lizzie Fletcher released their goals for the 116th Congress. The Trade Task Force will meet with stakeholders and develop policy positions for the Coalition to advance in both the near term and long term. Trade Task Force Mission Statement for the 116th Congress: The New Democrat Coalition Trade Task Force is committed to maintaining the United States' position as a global leader and supports smart … Continue Reading
March 12, 2019
New Democrat Coalition Releases Infrastructure Task Force Goals for the 116th Congress
The New Democrat Coalition Infrastructure Task Force Co-Chairs Stacey Plaskett, Jason Crow, Elissa Slotkin, and Salud Carbajal released their goals for the 116th Congress. The Infrastructure Task Force will meet with stakeholders and develop policy positions for the Coalition to advance in both the near term and long term. Infrastructure Task Force Mission Statement for the 116th Congress: The New Democrat Coalition Infrastructure Task Force will work to create jobs, spur economic growth, … Continue Reading
March 08, 2019
New Democrat Coalition Chair Statement on Passage of H.R. 1
The New Democrat Coalition (NDC) Chair Derek Kilmer (WA-06) released the following statement on H.R. 1 passing the House of Representatives: "For a long time, folks have been justifiably frustrated with the performance of the government. There's been too much money, too many special interests, and too little accountability. Today, Congress finally took a step forward in hopes of ensuring that government works better for the American people. Reducing the role of big money in politics, … Continue Reading
March 06, 2019
New Democrat Coalition Endorses H.R. 1 and H.R. 4
The New Democrat Coalition (NDC) endorsed H.R. 1 and H.R. 4, the first legislative endorsements of the 116th Congress. NDC Members proposed many of the pro-democracy, anti-corruption reforms included in the packages, ranging from election security measures, ethics reforms, transparent campaign ads, and other voting rights measures. H.R. 1, the For the People Act, is a sweeping campaign finance and election reform bill that seeks to restore the voice of the American people in their democracy … Continue Reading
March 06, 2019
New Democrat Coalition Releases Climate Change Task Force Goals for the 116th Congress
The New Democrat Coalition Climate Change Task Force Co-Chairs Don Beyer, Sean Casten, Elaine Luria, and Susan Wild released their goals for the 116th Congress. The Climate Change Task Force will meet with stakeholders and develop policy positions for the Coalition to advance in both the near term and long term. Climate Change Task Force Mission Statement for the 116th Congress: Climate change is an existential threat to the health, national security, economic prosperity, and future of our … Continue Reading
March 05, 2019
New Democrat Coalition Members Urge Committee Leadership to Strengthen the ACA, Paving the Way for Affordable Universal Coverage
Members of the New Democrat Coalition (NDC) sent a letter to Ways and Means Committee Chairman Neal, Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Pallone, and Education and Labor Committee Chairman Scott, urging the Committees to prioritize strengthening the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and continue the path toward affordable universal coverage. "Our constituents elected a Democratic majority in the House by choosing candidates who stood strongly in support of protecting those with pre-existing … Continue Reading
February 27, 2019
New Democrat Coalition Releases Health Care Task Force Goals for the 116th Congress
The New Democrat Coalition, led by Healthcare Task Force Co-Chairs Angie Craig, Kurt Schrader, Kim Schrier, and Greg Stanton, released their goals for the 116th Congress. The Healthcare Task Force will serve as a convening force for the unique New Dem perspective on the healthcare debate. The Task Force will continue the Coalition’s work to stabilize the individual markets and expand on the ACA to work toward universal affordable health care. Health Care Task Force Mission Statement for … Continue Reading
February 26, 2019
New Democrat Coalition Chair Statement on H.J. Res. 46, Privileged Resolution to Terminate President Trump’s Unlawful Emergency Declaration
New Democrat Coalition Chair Rep. Derek Kilmer (WA-06) released the following statement after the House of Representatives passed H.J. Res. 46, a bipartisan privileged resolution to terminate President Trump's unlawful emergency declaration, introduced by New Democrat Coalition Member Rep. Joaquin Castro (TX-20): "President Trump's national emergency declaration is a bad idea. Declaring a national emergency is a violation of the spirit of the law and is contrary to our system of checks and … Continue Reading
February 15, 2019
New Democrat Coalition Chair Statement on President’s National Emergency Declaration
New Democrat Coalition Chair Rep. Derek Kilmer (WA-06) released the following statement after the President declared a national emergency in order to secure funding to build a wall at the southern border: "I strongly oppose President Trump's plans to declare a national emergency and will work with our leaders in both parties to reign in the President's abuse of authority. Declaring a national emergency is a violation of the spirit of the law. We have a framework for checks and balances, and … Continue Reading
February 14, 2019
New Democrat Coalition Chair Statement on Conference Committee Bill to Keep Government Open, Fund Key Priorities
New Democrat Coalition Chair Rep. Derek Kilmer (WA-06) released the following statement after the bipartisan, bicameral legislation to keep the federal government open and fund key national priorities passed the House of Representatives: "This legislation represents a true bipartisan compromise that keeps our government open and upholds our nation's values. While it is not the agreement Democrats would have written on our own, it represents the best possible deal to responsibly fund our … Continue Reading
February 14, 2019
New Democrat Coalition Leadership Statement on the Conference Report
New Democrat Coalition Leadership Members, Reps. Derek Kilmer (WA-06), Annie Kuster (NH-02), Scott Peters (CA-52), Terri Sewell (AL-07), Suzan DelBene (WA-01), Pete Aguilar (CA-31), Kathleen Rice (NY-04), Ami Bera (CA-07), Jim Himes (CT-04), Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06), and Mikie Sherrill (NJ-11), released the following statement in support of the conference report: “We thank all the conferees, particularly the House Democratic conferees, for working together to forge a bipartisan consensus to … Continue Reading
February 13, 2019
New Democrat Coalition Chair Kilmer Welcome Address for 116th Congress
New Democrat Coalition Chair Derek Kilmer (WA-06) delivers a welcome address for the 116th Congress. "Now at more than 100 members strong, we are pushing to look at old problems through a new lens for our party and our country. One that says we've got to focus like a laser on growing the pie and growing jobs in urban, suburban, and rural America." - New Democrat Coalition Chair Derek Kilmer on Chairing the Coalition in the 116th Congress Video of the address can be viewed on Facebook and … Continue Reading
February 08, 2019
New Democrat Coalition Chair Statement on the Passing of Congressman John D. Dingell Jr.
New Democrat Coalition Chair Derek Kilmer released the following statement after the passing of the longest serving Member of Congress, Representative John D. Dingell Jr. of Michigan: "It was a great honor to serve with Chairman John Dingell. His legacy lives on through his leadership on policies to improve access to health care, protect our seniors, safeguard our environment, and ensure economic opportunity for all Americans. His tireless commitment to service paved the way for historic … Continue Reading
February 06, 2019
New Democrat Coalition Chair State of the Union Response
The New Democrat Coalition Chair Derek Kilmer (WA-06) released the following statement following President Trump’s State of the Union Address: “In his address, the President expressed a desire for unity. This is welcome news and requires a willingness to back away from the administration’s most divisive and destructive policies. For the last two years, we have seen too little interest in the details of governing, and far too much distraction from the essential work to address American … Continue Reading
February 01, 2019
New Democrat Coalition Announces Policy Task Forces
The New Democrat Coalition announced eight policy task forces in the 116th Congress. The task forces will be led by freshman Members, Committee Members, and New Dem issue area experts in order to develop policies to help Americans get ahead in a changing economy and make America more secure. The new and expanded task forces are charged with meeting with stakeholders and developing policy positions for the Coalition to advance in both the near term and long term. The task forces will target … Continue Reading
January 25, 2019
New Democrat Coalition Chair Statement on Deal to End Longest Federal Government Shutdown in History
The President and Congressional leaders announced they would pass a bill to re-open the federal government for three weeks, ending the longest federal government shutdown in history. On the eve of the shutdown, President Trump met with House and Senate leaders in the White House and said: "If we don't get what we want…I am proud to shut down the government…". The shutdown, now on its 35th day, is the longest federal government shutdown in American history. It has caused 800,000 … Continue Reading
January 23, 2019
New Democrat Coalition Inducts 9 Additional Members
This week, by a unanimous vote, the New Democrat Coalition was proud to add 9 new Members to join the Coalition in the 116th Congress. These new Members bring an abundance of real-world experience and innovative ideas to the Coalition, and are dedicated to advancing the New Dem vision of keeping our economy competitive and our nation secure. There are now 40 Freshman Members in the Coalition. With today's addition, the New Democrat Coalition is the largest ideological caucus in the … Continue Reading
January 10, 2019
New Democrat Coalition Expands Leadership Team
Today, the New Democrat Coalition (NDC) announced its expanded leadership team for the 116th Congress with the election of Rep. Chrissy Houlahan as Freshman Leadership Representative and the appointment of Rep. Mikie Sherrill as Freshman Whip. To give the 31 newly inducted NDC members a voice in our Coalition’s direction, Chair Kilmer created a leadership representative position and an assistant whip position reserved for the incoming freshmen. “The New Democrat Coalition has an … Continue Reading
January 04, 2019
New Democrat Coalition Chair Kilmer Statement on H.R. 1
New Democrat Coalition Chair Derek Kilmer (WA-06) released the following statement after the introduction of H.R. 1, a sweeping campaign finance and election reform bill that seeks to restore the voice of the American people in their democracy by making it easier to vote, ending the dominance of big money in the political process and ensuring public officials work for the public interest: “The American people called for an end to the chaos in Washington, so as one of our first orders of … Continue Reading
January 04, 2019
New Democrat Coalition Chair Kilmer Statement on House Funding Bills
New Democrat Coalition Chair Derek Kilmer (WA-06) released the following statement after House Democrats voted to end the shutdown and reopen the government: “It is time for an end to this government shutdown. Shutting down the government is bad for taxpayers, for the economy and for federal workers. “Federal workers aren’t Democrats or Republicans when they’re at work. Federal employees should not be treated as pawns in political negotiations. Federal employees should not be worried … Continue Reading