Press Releases
New Dems Welcome Reps. Bass, Hochul to Ranks
Today, members of the New Democrat Coalition welcomed two new members to the group, Reps. Karen Bass (CA-33) and Kathy Hochul (NY-26). Reps. Bass and Hochul will bring real-world experience and innovative ideas to the organization, as the New Dems work hard to strengthen our economy, ensure American businesses and workers can compete and win in the global marketplace, and help all American families prosper in the 21st century. "I am so pleased to welcome Congresswomen Bass and Hochul to the … Continue Reading
January 24, 2012
New Dem Statement on Resignation of Rep. Gabrielle Giffords
Today, the leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, led by Chair, Congressman Joseph Crowley, released the following statement following Rep. Gabrielle Giffords' resignation from the House of Representatives to focus on her recovery: "Throughout her time in Congress, Gabby has been an outstanding public servant whose dedication and loyalty to her constituents, Arizona, friends and family cannot be matched. The New Democrats are so proud of Gabby's contributions to the organization. She shares … Continue Reading
December 09, 2011
New Dems Release Priorities for Supporting Innovation in our Health Care System
Principles call for fixing SGR, implementing Health IT and modernizing FDA regulatory processes Today, the 42-Member New Democrat Coalition released a set of principles for supporting innovation in our nation's health care system. The principles, which were developed by the New Dem Health Care Task Force led by Co-Chairs Representative Allyson Schwartz (PA-13) and Kurt Schrader (OR-5), were endorsed by the full Coalition. As implementation of the Affordable Care Act continues, the New Dems … Continue Reading
December 08, 2011
New Dems Talk American Competitiveness with Commerce Secretary Bryson
Members of the New Democrat Coalition met with U.S. Commerce Secretary John Bryson to collaborate on ways to help American businesses and workers compete in the global marketplace. The discussion focused on expanding opportunities for American businesses at home and abroad, including key global initiatives such as enhancing trade and investment through the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) and increased engagement in the Asia-Pacific region. "It's no secret that to achieve economic growth, … Continue Reading
December 02, 2011
New Democrats Release ESEA Reauthorization Framework
Education reform is crucial for U.S. competitiveness and growth Today, the 42-Member New Democrat Coalition released a framework for the reauthorization of Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) designed to ensure American students receive a world-class education to compete for jobs in the 21st century global economy. The principles, which were developed by the New Democrat Coalition Education Task Force under the leadership of Representatives Susan Davis (CA-53) and Jared Polis … Continue Reading
November 17, 2011
New Democrats Call for Growth Focused Tax Code
Today, the 42-Member New Democrat Coalition released a comprehensive plan for tax reform aimed at growing our economy and making American businesses and workers more competitive in the global marketplace. The principles, which were developed by the New Dem Innovation, Competitiveness and Tax Reform Task Force under the leadership of Reps. Ron Kind (WI-3) and Gerry Connolly (VA-11), were endorsed by the full Coalition. The principles outline key priorities for addressing comprehensive tax … Continue Reading
November 15, 2011
New Dem Statement on Trans Pacific Trade Agreement Outline
Today, New Democrat Coalition ChairCongressman Joseph Crowley (NY-7) and the New Dem Trade Task Force Co-ChairsCongressmen Adam Smith (WA-9) and Jim Moran (VA-8) released the statement below upon the announcement by the Obama Administration that the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) nations have agreed upon a broad outline for the TPP Agreement: "We are encouraged by the progress that has been made by the Trans Pacific Partnership countries to advance toward a strategically important pact. If … Continue Reading
October 26, 2011
New Dems Talk Infrastructure with Secretary LaHood
Today, Members of the New Democrat Coalition met with Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood to discuss the importance of improving and rebuilding our infrastructure to get Americans back to work and compete in the 21st century global economy. During the meeting, the New Dems presented their agenda for improving U.S. infrastructure and strengthening manufacturing to Secretary LaHood. Developed by the New Dem Critical Infrastructure and Manufacturing Task Force led by Representatives … Continue Reading
October 12, 2011
New Democrats Applaud Passage of Trade Package
Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, led by Chair Congressman Joseph Crowley (NY-7) and the New Dem Trade Task Force Co-Chairs Congressmen Adam Smith (WA-9) and Jim Moran (VA-8), released the following statement upon House passage of Trade Adjustment Assistance and the three pending bilateral trade agreements with Colombia, Panama and Korea: "We applaud passage of the comprehensive trade package that includes the three pending bilateral trade agreements and the long-awaited … Continue Reading
October 06, 2011
New Dems Speak Out in Support of Trade Agreements
Members of the New Democrat Coalition have taken to the House Floor and the Ways and Means Committee to call for action on the pending trade agreements with Korea, Colombia and Panama as well as Trade Adjustment Assistance. All three agreements passed out of the House Ways and Means Committee yesterday, paving the way for floor consideration. At the Ways and Means Markup on the Trade Agreements, New Dem Chair, Congressman Joseph Crowley (NY-7) said [link to video here]: "The notion or … Continue Reading
October 03, 2011
New Dems: It’s Time to Act on Obama’s Trade Agenda to Strengthen Exports, American Economy
Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, led by Congressman Joseph Crowley (NY-7) and the New Dem Trade Task Force Co-Chairs Congressmen Adam Smith (WA-9) and Jim Moran (VA-8), released the statement below upon President Obama's submission of the pending bilateral trade agreements with Korea, Colombia and Panama to Congress: "Trade agreements, when done right, can expand our exports, grow our economy and strengthen our national security. We welcome the agreements submitted by President … Continue Reading
September 20, 2011
New Democrats Welcome Review of Fiduciary Rule
Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, led by Congressman Joseph Crowley (NY-7), released the following statement upon the announcement that the Department of Labor (DOL) plans to re-propose its rule defining a fiduciary duty for the purposes of investment advice: "We are encouraged by the announcement that the Department of Labor is taking a second look at the proposed rule on fiduciary duty. As originally proposed, this rule would have created uncertainty for millions of Americans … Continue Reading
September 13, 2011
New Democrats Statement on Passage of Highway, FAA Extensions
Today, New Democrat Coalition Critical Infrastructure and Manufacturing Task Force co-chairs Representatives Rick Larsen (WA-2), Jason Altmire (PA-4) and Laura Richardson (CA-37) released the following statement hailing passage of the Surface and Air Transportation Programs Extension Act of 2011 (H.R. 2887): "Strengthening our nation's infrastructure is vital to creating jobs, growing our economy and maintaining our competitiveness in the 21st century global economy. As New Democrats, we … Continue Reading
September 13, 2011
New Dem Education Leaders Applaud Passage of Charter School Bill
Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition Education Task Force Representatives Susan Davis (CA-53) and Jared Polis (CO-2) released the statement below following passage of the bipartisan Empowering Parents through Quality Charter Schools Act (H.R. 2218): "America's future economic prosperity rests on our ability to ensure that all students receive an excellent education, including those who attend charter schools. The bipartisan Quality Charter School Act will spread the most successful … Continue Reading
September 08, 2011
New Dems: Congress Needs to Get to Work on Jobs
New Dem priorities included in President's Jobs Plan: Trade, Infrastructure and Strengthening Small Businesses Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, led by Congressman Joseph Crowley (NY-7), released the following statement in response to President Obama's address to Congress this evening on job creation: "Every day that passes without action on jobs another American struggles to find work and another family cannot pay their mortgage or send their child to college. The … Continue Reading
August 04, 2011
New Democrats Call for a Clean FAA Extension to End Shutdown
FAA shutdown puts American jobs, economy in jeopardy Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition Critical Infrastructure and Manufacturing Task Force called on Republicans to reconvene the House and put forward a clean extension of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reauthorization to get Americans back to work and end the wasteful use of taxpayer dollars. New Dems know that in order to compete globally our air transport system must continue to be the safest, most efficient and most … Continue Reading
July 30, 2011
New Dem Leadership: Time to Act
Leaders support Senate bill to end gridlock and pay our nation's bills Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, led by Congressman Joseph Crowley (NY-7), released the following statement in support of H.R. 2693, the Bipartisan Budget Control Act, to increase the U.S. debt ceiling and provide the basis for a comprehensive deficit reduction solution: "As New Democrats, we believe that our nation's fiscal health is critical to strengthening our ability to innovate, grow and compete in the … Continue Reading
July 19, 2011
New Democrats: We Need a Comprehensive Solution for Deficit Reduction
Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, led by Congressman Joseph Crowley (NY-7), released the following statement on the debt ceiling negotiations and the need for a comprehensive deficit reduction solution: "As New Democrats, we believe that our nation's fiscal health is critical to strengthening our ability to innovate, grow and compete in the global economy. At this critical juncture, in the midst of a fragile economic recovery, we must address our nation's debt and get on a path … Continue Reading
July 07, 2011
New Dems Call on Republicans to Advance Comprehensive Trade Package that Includes Trade Adjustment Assistance
Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, led by Congressman Joseph Crowley (NY-7) and the New Dem Trade Task Force Co-Chairs Congressmen Adam Smith (WA-9) and Jim Moran (VA-8), released the statement below following today's Ways and Means Committee "mock" mark-up of the three pending U.S. bilateral trade agreements - Korea, Panama and Colombia: "The three pending trade agreements are important measures that will help increase our exports, build our economy and strengthen our national … Continue Reading
June 23, 2011
New Dems Applaud Passage of Bill to Reform U.S. Patent System
Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, chaired by Congressman Joseph Crowley (NY-07), released the following statement hailing passage of the America Invents Act (H.R. 1249): "The New Dems applaud House passage of the bipartisan America Invents Act, which will modernize our patent system to help innovators get their ideas and products to market faster and more efficiently. America is home to the world's leading innovators - who have helped bring to market everything from advanced … Continue Reading