Press Releases
New Democrat Coalition Chair Ron Kind Underscores Need to Go Big
Today, New Democrat Coalition Chair Ron Kind (WI-03) released the following statement after the announcement of the New Alan Simpson-Erskine Bowles plan: "New Dems continue their support of a big, balanced deal to get our fiscal house in order. We hope today's push by Erskine Bowles and Alan Simpson will spark a renewed sense of urgency among Members to reach a bipartisan agreement and we look forward to seeing more details of their plan. As New Dems, we are ready to work across the aisle … Continue Reading
February 14, 2013
New Democrat Coalition Announces First Immigration Task Force
Today, the leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, led by Chair Ron Kind (WI-03), and Vice Chairs Gerry Connolly (VA-11), Jim Himes (CT-04), Rick Larsen (WA-02), and Allyson Schwartz (PA-13), released the following statement after the announcement of their first Immigration Task Force: "As New Dems, we believe America is only as strong as our standing in the global economy, and in order to remain competitive, we must fix our nation's broken immigration system. We are confident Representatives … Continue Reading
January 04, 2013
New Dems Welcome 17 New Members
Today, the leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, led by Chair Ron Kind (WI-03), and Vice Chairs Gerry Connolly (VA-11), Jim Himes (CT-04), Rick Larsen (WA-02), and Allyson Schwartz (PA-13), released the following statement after 17 new, New Democrat Representatives were sworn in. "Members of the New Democrat Coalition are united in their belief that our democracy is at risk when ideology overpowers progress. We are solution-driven, and for this reason, we know our members will … Continue Reading
January 02, 2013
New Democrat Coalition Chair Ron Kind: Time to Act is Now
This evening, New Democrat Coalition Chair Ron Kind (WI-03) released the following statement after the House of Representatives voted to extend tax cuts to the middle class. "Tonight, Congress put politics aside to do what was necessary to support the middle class and to protect American small businesses. Unfortunately, this compromise only scratches the surface of what needs to be done to help solve our fiscal challenges. "We can no longer continue to punt the ball. We've got to take a … Continue Reading
January 01, 2013
New Dem Leadership Urges Colleagues to Support American Tax Payer Relief Act
Today, the leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, led by Chair Ron Kind (WI-03), and Vice Chairs Gerry Connolly (VA-11), Jim Himes (CT-04), Rick Larsen (WA-02), and Allyson Schwartz (PA-13), released the following statement: "We have an agreement. We have a path forward. While we have some reservations, this compromise is necessary to give certainty to the middle class. "As New Dems, we believe we must go big with a balanced approach of a combination of revenue increases and spending cuts … Continue Reading
December 20, 2012
New Democrat Coalition Leadership Urges Colleagues to Vote Against Speaker Boehner’s Plan B
Today, the leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, led by Chair Ron Kind (WI-03), and Vice Chairs Gerry Connolly (VA-11), Jim Himes (CT-04), Rick Larsen (WA-02), and Allyson Schwartz (PA-13), released the following statement prior to the House of Representatives vote on Speaker John Boehner's Plan B. "Let's get back to Plan A - a bipartisan compromise. As we've said before, the solution is to go big. That means taking a balanced approach with a combination of revenue increases and spending … Continue Reading
November 16, 2012
New Democrat Coalition Stands Behind Russia PNTR
Today, New Democrat Coalition Chair Ron Kind (WI-03), and Vice Chairs Representatives Gerry Connolly (VA-11), Jim Himes (CT-04), Rick Larsen (WA-02), and Allyson Schwartz (PA-13) released the following statement after the House of Representatives voted in favor of passage of H.R. 6156, The Russia and Moldova Jackson-Vanik Repeal and Sergei Magnitsky Rule of Law Accountability Act of 2012. "Our vote, today, ensures that Russia will be held accountable for their actions and American businesses … Continue Reading
November 15, 2012
New Democrat Coalition: We’re Ready to Deal
Today, at this critical juncture for our nation, in the midst of a fragile economic recovery, New Democrat Coalition Chair Ron Kind (WI-03), Vice Chairs Representatives Jim Himes (CT-04), Gerry Connolly (VA-11), Rick Larsen (WA-02), Allyson Schwartz (PA-13) and other New Dem Members are reaching out to President Barack Obama, Speaker John Boehner, and Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi to work with them to secure agreement on a plan for the fiscal well-being of our economy. "We must act now. As … Continue Reading
November 15, 2012
New Democrat Coalition Letter Calls for Swift Passage of Russia PNTR
Today, Members of the New Democrat Coalition Trade, Critical Infrastructure and Manufacturing Task Force, sent a letter to their colleagues in the House of Representatives urging support of passage for Permanent Normal Trade Relations (PNTR) with Russia. "We must open the door for our nation to engage in Russia's lucrative market. This agreement eliminates existing trade barriers and provides critical enforcement and protection through the World Trade Organization so that American businesses … Continue Reading
November 14, 2012
New Democrat Coalition: More than One Fourth of the Democratic Caucus
Today, in preparation for the 113th Congress, the New Democrat Coalition took a series of moves to strengthen their role as Congress' largest coalition of moderates heading into the 113th Congress. First, the Coalition inducted new Members and elected a new leadership team. New Dems elected Rep. Ron Kind (WI-03) as the Chair and re-elected Reps. Jim Himes (CT-04), Rick Larsen (WA-02), and Allyson Schwartz (PA-13) as Vice Chairs and added Rep. Gerry Connolly (VA-11) as a Vice Chair. "We … Continue Reading
August 01, 2012
New Dems: Next Move, Comprehensive Tax Reform
Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, chaired by Rep. Joseph Crowley (NY-7), released the following statement after their vote against H.R. 8, legislation extending tax cuts to the wealthiest Americans. "Today, the House of Representatives cast yet another vote in what has become a long list of votes held purely for election-year messaging. With less than 20 legislative days left this year, the American people can't afford to have Congress playing political games instead of passing … Continue Reading
June 28, 2012
New Dems: America on the Path to Secure Coverage
Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, chaired by Rep. Joseph Crowley (NY-7), released the following statement in response to the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to uphold the Affordable Care Act: "The Supreme Court's decision today will help ensure stable and secure health care coverage is in the hands of every American. Now, we must move forward with fully implementing the law and continue to implement commonsense reforms that will lower costs, improve the quality of care, and … Continue Reading
May 30, 2012
New Dems: Swift and Safe Approval Process is Needed to Sustain Medical Industry Innovation
Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, chaired by Rep. Joseph Crowley (NY-7), released the following statement in support of H.R. 5651, legislation reauthorizing the Medical Device User Fee Act (MDUFA) and the Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA), which expire on September 30, 2012. "These agreements are good for patients, good for industry and good for the FDA. American companies have led the world in manufacturing biomedical and pharmaceutical breakthroughs, and we know that in … Continue Reading
May 15, 2012
Crowley: Ex-Im Reauthorization Heads to President’s Desk
Today, Rep. Joseph Crowley (NY-7), Chair of the New Democrat Coalition, released the following statement on passage of the Export-Import Bank reauthorization in the United States Senate. "For months, New Dems have been working hard to make sure we continue to give American businesses confidence to sell their products abroad and create jobs here at home. With this vote as well as our previous vote in the House, we're showing America we can put party politics aside and get down to … Continue Reading
May 08, 2012
New Dems Support Multi-Year Ex-Im Reauthorization
Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, chaired by Rep. Joseph Crowley (NY-7), released the following statement on reauthorization of the Export- Import Bank. "Thanks to House Minority Whip Steny Hoyer's vigilance, we finally reached an agreement for a multi-year reauthorization of the Ex-Im Bank. While this agreement is not perfect, it will give American businesses much-needed certainty to sell their products abroad and create jobs here at home. The NewDems stand behind … Continue Reading
March 29, 2012
New Dems: Urge Support for Ex-Im Bank Reauthorization
Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, chaired by Rep. Joseph Crowley (NY-7), released the following statement on reauthorization of the Export-Import Bank, a bill offered by Rep. Rick Larsen (WA-2) and Rep. Don Manzullo(IL-16). "We can't cut the cord on America's job creators. Last year alone, Ex-Im financing helped more than 3,000 companies add almost 300,000 jobs across America-selling their products around the world creates jobs here at home. We must act swiftly and give … Continue Reading
March 28, 2012
New Democrat Coalition: Republican Budget is NOT the Answer
Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, chaired by Rep. Joseph Crowley (NY-7), released the following statement as the House of Representatives begins debate on the Republican budget for fiscal year 2013: "The Republican budget is not the answer. Instead of a balanced approach, House Republicans would rather shift our nation's financial difficulties to states, seniors and middle class Americans. We are dedicated to finding a long-term solution with shared responsibility … Continue Reading
March 21, 2012
New Democrat Coalition: Republican Budget Lacks Core American Values
Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, chaired by Rep. Joseph Crowley (NY-7), released the following statement on the Republican budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2013: "The congressional budget is a statement of our nation's values and lays out our key priorities for the coming year. We believe Congress' focus should be on jobs and economic growth. And, the federal budget plan should reflect the power of American ingenuity and innovation, focus on avenues to foster and harness this … Continue Reading
March 07, 2012
New Dems Release Principles for Innovation and Competitiveness
Today, the 43-member New Democrat Coalition, chaired by Rep. Joseph Crowley (NY-7), released principles that will allow our nation's businesses and entrepreneurs to be more innovative and competitive in the global marketplace. The principles, which were developed by the New Democrat Coalition's Task Force on Innovation, Competitiveness and Tax Reform under the leadership of Reps. Ron Kind (WI-03) and Gerry Connolly (VA-11), were endorsed by the full Coalition. "We must ensure our nation is … Continue Reading
March 06, 2012
New Dems Urge for Swift Passage of Countervailing Duty Provisions
Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, chaired by Rep. Joseph Crowley (NY-7), released the following statement on H.R. 4105 "To Apply the Countervailing Duty Provisions of the Tariff Act of 1930 to Nonmarket Economy Countries, and For Other Purposes": "All too often American industry competes on an unequal playing field with other countries who don't play by the rules. Today, we urge our fellow House Members to vote in support of giving the U.S. continued access to the tools to combat … Continue Reading