Press Releases
New Democrats Unveil Priorities for Trade Agenda
Creating Economic Opportunities for American Workers and Businesses Today, the New Democrat Coalition's Trade Task Force, led by Co-Chairs Congressman Adam Smith (WA-9) and newly appointed Co-Chair Congressman Jim Moran (VA-8), unveiled the Coalition's priorities for a comprehensive trade agenda. The agenda announced by the New Dem Trade Task Force combines proposals that will strengthen U.S. trade relationships with efforts designed to help American workers and businesses compete and win in … Continue Reading
February 25, 2010
New Dems Welcome Three New Members
Reps. Driehaus, Markey and Nye join New Democrat Coalition Today, Members of the New Democrat Coalition welcomed three new members to the group, Congressman Steve Driehaus (OH-1), Congresswoman Betsy Markey (CO-4) and Congressman Glenn Nye (VA-2). Representatives Driehaus, Markey and Nye 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 … Continue Reading
February 04, 2010
New Dems Meet with USTR Kirk on U.S. Trade Agenda
New Dems support creating global opportunities for American businesses and workers Today, the New Democrat Coalition hosted a meeting with United States Trade Representative (USTR) Ambassador Ron Kirk to continue an ongoing dialogue on how to strengthen the U.S. economy through trade and international cooperation. New Dem members are committed to promoting global opportunities for American businesses and workers by opening up new markets to American goods and services. Following the … Continue Reading
February 04, 2010
New Dems Unveil Budget Discipline Working Group to Promote Deficit and Debt Reduction
Working Group will be led by Reps. Etheridge and Foster Today, members of the New Democrat Coalition announced the formation of the Budget Discipline Working Group to promote fiscally responsible policies that target Federal spending and reduce the deficit and national debt. The Working Group will be chaired by U.S. Representatives Bob Etheridge (NC-2), a senior member of the House Budget Committee, and Bill Foster (IL-14), a member of the Financial Services Committee and the Oversight and … Continue Reading
February 03, 2010
New Democrats Applaud President Obama's Small Business Lending Initiative
Boosting small business lending key to economic growth Today, the leadership of the New Democrat Coalition, which is chaired by Congressman Joseph Crowley (NY-07), released the following statement in response to President Obama's announcement of the Small Business Lending Fund: "Getting America's small businesses back on their feet is a must-do as we work to reinvigorate our economy. We welcome President Obama's plan to provide community banks with much-needed resources, and we know it will … Continue Reading
January 27, 2010
New Democrats Respond to President Obama's State of the Union???? Address
Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, led by Congressman Joseph Crowley (NY-07), New Dem Chair, released the following statement in response to President Obama's State of the Union Address: ?? "Tonight, President Obama reminded us of the challenges Americans are facing daily and called on Congress to join together and work collaboratively to get our economy back on track and put Americans back to work.?? "Just one year ago, our nation was on the brink of economic collapse, and this … Continue Reading
January 20, 2010
New Dems Encouraged by Japan's Announcement of Changes to Clunkers Program
Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition, led by Congressman Joseph Crowley (NY-07), Chair, and Congressman Adam Smith (WA-09), Chair of the New Dem Trade Task Force, released the following statement regarding the announcement of revisions to the Japanese Environmental Friendly Vehicles Program ("eco-cars") by the Embassy of Japan: "The New Dems applaud the announcement by the Embassy of Japan that US autos will now be eligible for Japan's 'clunkers program'. This announcement comes after … Continue Reading
January 15, 2010
New Dems Urge Key Trading Partner to Fix Discriminatory Program
Call on Japan to open "cash for clunkers" program to US autos Today, members of the New Democrat Coalition, led by Congressman Jim Moran (VA-08), Congressman Joseph Crowley (NY-07), Chair, and Congressman Adam Smith (WA-9), Chair of the New Dem Trade Task Force, sent a letter to Japanese Ambassador Ichiro Fujisaki urging revisions to Japan's vehicle scrappage program, which currently excludes automobiles from United Sates automakers. Last year, the New Dems joined with colleagues in the … Continue Reading
December 16, 2009
New Dems Encouraged by US Engagement in Trans-Pacific Trade Agreement
Today, the leadership of the New Democrat Coalition, led by Congressman Joseph Crowley (NY-07), Chair, and Congressman Adam Smith (WA-9), Chair of the New Dem Trade Task Force, released the statement below, following the announcement of the Administration's intent to participate in the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement: "The New Dems applaud the announcement by United States Trade Representative Ron Kirk, on behalf of the Obama Administration, that the United States intends to enter into … Continue Reading
December 11, 2009
New Dems Praise House Passage of Financial Regulatory Reform
20 of 21 New Dem Reg Reform Principles Included in Final Bill Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition led by Chair, Congressman Joseph Crowley (NY-07) and the New Dem Financial Services Task Force Co-Chairs Congresswoman Melissa Bean (IL-08) and Congressman Jim Himes (CT-04) released the following statement upon final passage of the Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act of 2009 (H.R. 4173) in the US House of Representatives:?? "The New Dems are proud to have supported today's … Continue Reading
December 02, 2009
New Dems Applaud Completion of Regulatory Reform Markups
Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition applauded the House Financial Services Committee's passage of comprehensive regulatory reform legislation, clearing the way for the full House to vote on these important reforms to our financial system. New Dem Members have been helping lead the effort to reform the financial regulatory system to better protect consumers and investors, strengthen market stability and transparency, and enhance the effectiveness of regulatory oversight. Passage of … Continue Reading
November 18, 2009
New Dems Collaborate with Senator Warner on Job Growth Policies
Discuss ideas to get Americans back to work Today, members of the New Democrat Coalition's Innovation and Competitiveness Task Force met with Senator Mark Warner (D-VA) to discuss ways to spur job growth and put Americans back to work. The discussion was focused on the need to enact innovative policies that will encourage businesses to create jobs, train workers and students for 21st century employment, and spur innovation and research so U.S. workers and businesses can compete globally. The … Continue Reading
November 04, 2009
New Dem Leadership Meets with Commerce Secretary Locke
Coalition leaders discuss economic growth, job creation and global competitiveness Today, members of the New Democrat Coalition Leadership met with Commerce Secretary Gary Locke to discuss shared priorities for economic growth, job creation, innovation and global competitiveness. New Dem Chair Representative Joseph Crowley (NY-07), and Vice-Chairs Representative Melissa Bean (IL-08), Representative Ron Kind (WI-03), Representative Allyson Schwartz (PA-13), and Representative Adam Smith … Continue Reading
September 25, 2009
New Dems Applaud President Obama’s International Regulatory Reform Efforts
Today, the Co-Chairs of the New Democrat Coalition's Financial Services Task Force, Representative Melissa Bean (IL-08) and Representative Jim Himes (CT-4), and the New Dem Coalition Leadership, led by Chair Representative Joseph Crowley (NY-7), issued the following statement following the G-20 meeting in Pittsburgh: "As we work to make significant reforms to our financial system here in the United States, it is vital that we coordinate these efforts internationally. One of the lessons … Continue Reading
September 16, 2009
New Dems Applaud Passage of Advanced Vehicle Technology Act
Today, the Co-Chairs of the New Democrat Coalition's Energy Task Force, Representative Ron Klein (FL-22) and Representative Debbie Halvorson (IL-11), and the New Dem Coalition Leadership led by Chair Representative Joseph Crowley (NY-7), applauded House passage of the Advanced Vehicle Technology Act (H.R. 3246). The innovative bill was authored by New Dem Member Gary Peters (MI-09), and the New Democrat Coalition released the following statement: "From driving to work to traveling for family … Continue Reading
September 14, 2009
New Dem Statement on President Obama's Financial Speech??
Today, the Co-Chairs of the New Democrat Coalition's Financial Services Task Force, Representative Melissa Bean (IL-08) and Representative Jim Himes (CT-4), and the New Dem Coalition Leadership, led by Chair Representative Joseph Crowley (NY-7), issued the following statement in response to President Obama's speech on the Financial Crisis: ? "Today's speech by the President serves as an important reminder of the lessons we have learned over the past year - particularly the direct impact of … Continue Reading
September 09, 2009
New Dem Statement on President Obama's Health Reform Address
Today, leaders of the New Democrat Coalition issued the following statement in advance of President Obama's address to the Joint Session of Congress on Health Reform: "Tonight, President Obama is taking an important step toward achieving meaningful health reform by addressing the House and Senate. The New Dems applaud the work of President Obama, House Leadership, and the Tri-Committees for their dedication to strengthening health care in America. We are committed to working collaboratively … Continue Reading
July 22, 2009
New Dems Applaud Passage of Pay-As-You-Go Legislation
Today, the leadership of the New Democrat Coalition released the following statement in response to the passage of H.R.2920, The Statutory Pay-As-You-Go (PAYGO) Act of 2009, in the U.S. House of Representatives: "Today, our members joined with our colleagues in the U.S. House of Representatives in support of statutory PAY-As-You-GO, a policy that was in effect under the Clinton Administration and put the federal budget back in the black. It is time for the Federal government to run like every … Continue Reading
July 22, 2009
New Dem Members Unveil Legislation to Reform Derivatives Trading
Today, members of the New Democrat Coalition Leadership and the Financial Services Task Force joined task force member Representative Michael E. McMahon (NY-13) to introduce a bill to increase transparency and regulatory requirements for the trading of derivatives. The Derivatives Trading Accountability and Disclosure Act of 2009, sponsored by Rep. McMahon, would increase regulation and reporting requirements placed on the derivatives market, while still allowing for customized and … Continue Reading
July 15, 2009
New Dem Statement on the Health Reform Draft Legislation
Today, members of the leadership of the New Democrat Coalition issued the following statement in response to the release of America's Affordable Health Choices Act of 2009. "We commend House Leadership and the Tri-Committees on their work to bring health reform to the forefront of our domestic policy agenda. We share the Leadership's desire to enact comprehensive health reform legislation this year, and appreciate the priority that has been placed on collaborating with members of our … Continue Reading