Supporting Veterans, Military Families, and National Security

New Democrat Coalition Leadership Implores Speaker Johnson to Put Essential National Security Package on the House Floor this Week

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Washington, D.C. — 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…

Kuster Honors Ghost Army Veterans with Congressional Gold Medal

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Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) joined congressional leadership, military leaders, U.S. Veterans, and their families to host an award ceremony at the U.S. Capitol to honor the WWII Ghost Army with the Congressional Gold Medal. The Ghost Army, comprised of the 23rd Headquarters Special Troops and the 3133rd Signal Service Company, was a top-secret U.S. unit…

Kuster Helps Introduce Bill to Expand Job Opportunities for Veterans

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Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) helped introduce legislation to expand opportunities for veterans to get long-term, good-paying manufacturing jobs by boosting training opportunities for those transitioning from military to civilian life. The Manufacturing Jobs for Veterans Act would invest $50 million in federal grants to create veteran-focused manufacturing pilot…

Kuster Hosts Reception for Military Nomination Recipients

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Concord, N.H. – Yesterday, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) hosted a reception honoring all 26 students in New Hampshire's Second Congressional District whom she nominated for admission to a United States Service Academy.  “I am so impressed by the incredible young men and women who pursue admission to our nation's prestigious Service Academies. It is an honor to nominate 26…

New Democrat Coalition Leaders Urge Speaker Johnson to Swiftly Bring National Security Package to House Floor

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Washington, D.C. — Today, New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02), Vice Chair for Communications Brad Schneider (IL-10), Vice Chair for Policy Derek Kilmer (WA-06), and National Security Task Force Chair Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) released a statement following the Senate’s strong bipartisan passage of essential national security legislation to fund Ukraine, Israel, our…

New Democrat Coalition Leadership, Immigration Task Force Chair & National Security Task Force Chair on Bipartisan Bill to Support our Allies and Secure the Southern Border

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   New Dems have urged Speaker Johnson to set aside partisan politics, work with Dems on a bipartisan bill to address the challenges at the border and ensure our national security   Washington, D.C. — Today, New Democrat Coalition (NDC) Leadership, Immigration and Border Security Task Force Chair Greg Stanton (AZ-04) and National Security Task Force Chair Marilyn…

Kuster Delivers Holiday Cards to New Hampshire Veterans

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**Earlier in the day, Kuster picked up the homemade holiday cards from students in Canterbury**   Tilton, N.H. — Today, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) delivered handmade holiday cards to New Hampshire veterans at the Veterans Home in Tilton. Earlier in the day, she picked up the cards from students at Canterbury Elementary School and spoke to the students about the importance…

Kuster Applauds 5.2% Increase in Pay to Military Members, Expanded Child Care in NDAA

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Washington, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) voted in favor of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024. This bipartisan, bicameral legislation represents a compromise between Republicans and Democrats to support our national defense and ensure America’s security.  “One of the core responsibilities of Congress is to ensure the security of the…

NH Delegation Welcomes Over $1.6 Million in DoD Funds Headed to Dartmouth College and UNH

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(Washington, DC) – U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Maggie Hassan (D-NH), along with U.S. Representatives Annie Kuster (NH-02) and Chris Pappas (NH-01), are announcing that a total of $1,641,032 in Department of Defense (DoD) federal funds are going to Dartmouth College and the University of New Hampshire (UNH). These funds were awarded through the DoD’s Defense University Research…

Kuster Honors Veterans Day with New Hampshire Servicemembers, Families

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  **Kuster applauded a new program that allows World War II veterans to access free health care through the VA** **Kuster also delivered Veterans Day cards to residents, made by Christa McAuliffe Elementary School students**   Tilton, N.H. — Today, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) honored Veterans Day at the New Hampshire Veterans Home with Granite State servicemembers and…