Press Releases
ICYMI TRANSCRIPT: New Dem Leaders Hold Press Conference Urging House Republicans to Join Democrats in Saving the Affordable Connectivity Program
Washington, D.C. — Today, New Democrat Coalition leaders, including NDC Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02) and New Dem Reps. Nikki Budzinksi (IL-13), Angie Craig (MN-02), Shontel Brown (OH-11), Gabe Vasquez (NM-02), and Emilia Sykes (OH-13) led a press conference calling on House Republican Leadership to join Democrats in funding the Affordable Connectivity Program, which will expire on April 30th without additional Congressional action. Ahead of the press conference, 95 New Dem Members - led by … Continue Reading
April 17, 2024
New Dems Implore House Republicans to Join Democrats in Preventing 23 Million American Households From Losing Internet Access
Today, New Democrat Coalition Rep. Angie Craig (MN-02) and Freshman Leadership Representative Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) led 95 New Democrat Coalition Members in a letter to House Speaker Mike Johnson calling on House Republican Leadership to take immediate bipartisan action to fund the Affordable Connectivity Program. Enacted as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law championed by New Dems last Congress, the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) currently empowers 23 million households … Continue Reading
April 14, 2024
New Democrat Coalition Leadership Implores Speaker Johnson to Put Essential National Security Package on the House Floor this Week
Today, New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02) and Vice Chairs Derek Kilmer (WA-06) and Brad Schneider (IL-10) issued the below statement following the Iranian attack against Israel and the news that House Republican Leadership will move to put a bill on the floor to hold Iran accountable: “New Dems unequivocally condemn Iran’s attack against Israel and commend the multinational effort that prevented the majority of the more than 300 drones, rockets, and missiles from reaching … Continue Reading
April 10, 2024
New Dems Introduce Legislation Targeting Taxes that are Higher on Women’s Products Than Men’s, Costing Women Billions Per Year
Today, New Democrat Coalition Trade Task Force Chair Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) and New Dem Rep. Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) co-led the introduction of the Pink Tariffs Study Act, legislation to examine the prevalence and impact of “pink tariffs,” which may directly contribute to women paying more for everyday goods than men, including everything from razors to clothes. Traditionally, gender bias in the consumer goods space has been referred to as the “pink tax,” which occurs when companies … Continue Reading
April 04, 2024
Climate Change and Clean Energy Task Force Applauds Biden Administration’s Selections for $20 Billion in Grants to Accelerate Clean Energy Economy
Today, the New Democrat Coalition Climate Change and Clean Energy Task Force, led by Chair Scott Peters (CA-50), issued a statement on the Biden administration’s announcement of eight applicants selected to receive $20 billion to implement a national financing network for clean energy and climate solutions. “To reach our nation’s climate goals and build the clean energy economy of the future, every community must have access to the affordable financing needed to implement transformational … Continue Reading
April 02, 2024
New Dem Members Deliver Big Wins for Their Constituents, Secure Millions in Community Project Funding in FY2024 Government Funding Bills
With the passage of Fiscal Year 2024 government funding, New Dems Members not only helped to avert a harmful and costly government shutdown, but also secured critical funding to support important projects in their districts through Community Project Funding requests. From improving vital infrastructure, building affordable housing, and bolstering public safety initiatives to supporting cancer research, workforce development, and education, New Dems delivered across the board for their … Continue Reading
March 28, 2024
ICYMI: Congress Celebrates NDC Chair Annie Kuster Following Retirement Announcement
Following New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster’s (NH-02) announcement yesterday that she will not seek re-election in 2024, lawmakers from across the Capitol applauded Chair Kuster for her tireless work to deliver for her constituents and the American people over her 12 years of service in Congress. Read a full round-up of praise for Chair Kuster’s time in Congress as well as articles about Chair Kuster’s announcement below: Statements House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries: “A … Continue Reading
March 27, 2024
New Democrat Coalition Leaders on Announcement Chair Kuster Will Not Seek Re-Election in 2024
Today, New Democrat Coalition Vice Chairs Sharice Davids (KS-03), Derek Kilmer (WA-06), Brad Schneider (IL-10), and Salud Carbajal (CA-24) issued the following statement on New Dem Chair Kuster’s decision to not seek reelection in New Hampshire’s Second Congressional District: “Since joining Congress and the New Democrat Coalition over a decade ago, Chair Kuster has worked to build a better future for her constituents and for Americans across the country. When too many in Washington are a … Continue Reading
March 26, 2024
New Dem AI Working Group Leads Letter on Biden Admin’s Executive Order to Advance the Responsible Development and Deployment of AI
Washington, D.C. — Today, New Democrat Coalition Artificial Intelligence Working Group Vice Chair Haley Stevens (MI-11) and Chair Derek Kilmer (WA-06) led 38 Members in a letter to the Biden-Harris Administration supporting President Biden’s Executive Order on the Safe, Secure, and Trustworthy Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence and encouraging further action to develop a robust federal AI workforce; reskill and upskill the nation’s workforce for AI-related job changes; and expand … Continue Reading
March 22, 2024
New Dems Announce Support for Government Funding Package to Avoid Costly Shutdown, Call on House GOP to Bring Up National Security Legislation for a Vote
Today, 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) issued a statement following the release of the bipartisan six-bill appropriations package that would fund federal initiatives related to defense, homeland security, health care, foreign operations, and more. New Dem Members fought for and successfully secured provisions to lower prescription drug and child care costs, support robust … Continue Reading
March 20, 2024
ICYMI TRANSCRIPT: New Dem Leaders Hold Press Conference Unveiling Housing Action Plan to Build More Homes and Lower Costs
Today, New Democrat Coalition leaders Affordable Housing Task Force Chair Norma Torres (CA-35) and Vice Chair Wiley Nickel (NC-13), as well as New Democrat Coalition Vice Chairs Derek Kilmer (WA-06) and Salud Carbajal (CA-24) led a press conference unveiling the Coalition’s Housing Action Plan to build more affordable housing and to bring down costs. The comprehensive Housing Action Plan, which outlines past actions by New Dems and President Biden on affordable housing and charts a path for … Continue Reading
March 20, 2024
New Democrat Coalition Affordable Housing Task Force Unveils Comprehensive Action Plan to Build More Homes and Lower Costs
Today, the New Democrat Coalition Affordable Housing Task Force, led by Chair Norma J. Torres (CA-35) and Vice Chairs Greg Landsman (OH-01), Wiley Nickel (NC-13), and Emilia Sykes (OH-13) unveiled their comprehensive Housing Action Plan, which outlines past actions by New Dems and President Biden on affordable housing and charts a path for further action by Congress and the Administration. The Housing Action Plan includes more than 20 policy recommendations that would make improvements to … Continue Reading
March 11, 2024
New Dems: President Biden’s Budget Delivers for American Families While Decreasing Our Federal Deficit
Today, New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02), Economic Growth and Fiscal Responsibility Task Force Chair Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06), and Vice Chair Nikema Williams (GA-05) issued a statement following the release of President Biden’s Fiscal Year 2025 Budget: “With the release of his FY2025 budget, President Biden laid out a fiscal future driven by a commitment to economic freedom, fairness, and opportunity for the American people. “The President’s budget would not only lower costs … Continue Reading
March 07, 2024
New Democrat Coalition on President Biden’s State of the Union
Today, New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02) and Vice Chair for Communications Brad Schneider (IL-10) released the following statement on President Biden’s State of the Union address: “Tonight, President Biden once again demonstrated that it is Democrats - guided by the American people - who are moving our country forward. From lowering everyday costs and investing in American manufacturing to expanding access to affordable health care and rebuilding our nation’s infrastructure, … Continue Reading
March 07, 2024
New Democrat Coalition Members Invite Distinguished Guests to State of the Union
This evening, New Democrat Coalition Members will be joined at the State of the Union by guests that represent the profound impact Democratic policies have had on the American people under President Biden’s leadership, and the work that remains to safeguard the fundamental freedoms and democracy we hold dear. See below for a selection of the distinguished guests invited to the State of the Union by New Dem Members, organized by theme: Education and the Workforce Rep. Madeleine Dean (PA-04) … Continue Reading
March 04, 2024
New Dem Leadership Applauds Bipartisan Appropriations Package to Avoid a Shutdown and Fund the Government for 2024
Today, New Democrat Coalition Leadership released a statement following the unveiling of a six-bill appropriations package that would fund federal initiatives related to transportation, housing, the environment, agriculture, Veterans affairs, and more. “New Dems applaud bipartisan negotiators for finally reaching a compromise that paves the way for the passage of the full-year funding bill. This deal is consistent with last May’s bipartisan Fiscal Responsibility Act, which our Members played … Continue Reading
March 01, 2024
Former New Dem Rep. Tom Suozzi Rejoins the New Democrat Coalition After Impressive Special Election Victory
Yesterday, the New Democrat Coalition welcomed Rep. Tom Suozzi (NY-03) back to Congress as the newest Member of the Coalition, following his incredible victory in New York’s Third Congressional District to replace the disgraced Republican Rep. George Santos. Upon Rep. Suozzi’s swearing-in, Republicans’ majority was cut to just two seats, the slimmest in modern history. After representing New York’s 3rd District from 2017 to 2023, Rep. Suozzi is returning to Congress and rejoining New Dems to … Continue Reading
February 29, 2024
New Dem Leaders Support Bipartisan Short-Term Continuing Resolution, Call for Passage of Full-Year Appropriations
Today, 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 a statement on the short-term continuing resolution, following the House passage today: “New Dems will always put the American people over partisanship. We worked to pass the 2024 funding bills before the fiscal year began on October 1, and our Members have continued to work to keep the doors open with each of the previous … Continue Reading
February 28, 2024
New Democrat Coalition and Congressional Hispanic Caucus Request Answers from Navy Federal Credit Union, Government Regulators on Alleged Discriminatory Lending Practices
Today, New Democrat Coalition Affordable Housing Task Force Chair Norma J. Torres (CA-35), Vice Chair Emilia Sykes (OH-13) and Congressional Hispanic Caucus Chair Nanette Barragán (CA-44) led 21 Members in letters to investigate recent reports that Navy Federal Credit Union (NFCU) engaged in racially discriminatory lending practices. A recent analysis found statistically significant disparities in both conventional and VA loans for both Black and Latino mortgage applicants when compared to … Continue Reading
February 23, 2024
New Dem Vice Chair Davids Leads Congressional Trip to Port of Long Beach to Examine Operations to Secure Supply Chains, Grow Economy, and Create Jobs
Today, New Democrat Coalition Vice Chair Sharice Davids (KS-03) led a group of New Dem Members to the Port of Long Beach - one of the biggest and busiest ports in the country - to meet with Port leadership, Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) agents, and representatives from the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU). On their visit, New Dems discussed the recovery of national supply chains since the COVID-19 pandemic, how the port uses state-of-the-art technologies to halt the … Continue Reading