At the Veterans Day Ceremony at NH State Veterans Cemetery Dear Jenni, Supporting Those Who Serve On Sunday, I was humbled to give remarks at the Veterans Day ceremony at the New Hampshire State Veterans Cemetery and express my gratitude to veterans, active duty servicemembers and military families for their incredible courage, sacrifice and patriotism. However, saying thank you is not enough. I ... Read more »
(Concord, NH)- Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) released the following statement ahead of Veterans Day this Sunday: “On Veterans Day, we come together to thank veterans, active duty servicemembers, and military families for their incredible courage, sacrifice, and patriotism. We also honor and pay tribute to the brave men and women who gave their lives to protect the freedoms we cherish. However... Read more »
Dear Friend, Supporting Those Struggling in the Opioid Crisis On Friday, I joined leaders in healthcare, education, nonprofits, and government to give remarks at the Dartmouth Opioid Collaborative Forum in Concord, where we discussed the impact of the opioid crisis on children and families and how to identify children who need help. In addition to passing legislation that provides support to child... Read more »
Today, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02), the lead Democrat on the House Veterans’ Affairs Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, introduced the Enhancing Veterans Experience with Telehealth Services Act (eVETS), bipartisan legislation to improve access to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) treatment via telemedicine. The introduction comes less than a week after the Department of Veter... Read more »
Dear Friend, Applauding Dr. Christine Blasey Ford It was a challenging week for survivors of sexual assault and countless people across our country. I join people across the nation in applauding Dr. Christine Blasey Ford’s courage, grace, and poise during her testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee yesterday. As a survivor of sexual assault, I know the challenges of coming forward and spea... Read more »
Today, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) voted in favor of a bipartisan appropriations bill that funds important priorities for New Hampshire families, and will help to bolster the response to the opioid epidemic. The legislation provides robust funding for community health centers, the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), and workforce development and technical training programs. ... Read more »
Yesterday, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02), the lead Democrat on the House Veterans Affairs Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, backed legislation that preserves vital programs for veterans in New Hampshire and around the nation. After passing the House, The Department of Veterans Affairs Expiring Authorities Act of 2018 will be sent to the White House for the president’s signature. “... Read more »
Today, Representatives Annie Kuster (D-NH), Derek Kilmer (D-WA), and Mike Coffman (R-CO) introduced legislation directing the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to take immediate action to standardize the level of care delivered at the VA’s Community-Based Outpatient Clinics. The legislation follows a Government Accountability Office report which found significant weaknesses in the Veterans Health Admi... Read more »
Dear Friend, Taking Care of Our Veterans This morning, I joined the New Hampshire Public Radio's The Exchange to discuss the challenges veterans have faced at the Manchester VAMC and throughout New Hampshire. I’m hopeful that the VA MISSION Act—which was signed into law in June - will address some of the underlying issues that have led to failure in care for our veterans. In addition to the provis... Read more »
Dear Friend, Reflecting on September 11th This week, I was honored to join veterans and their families at the New Hampshire Veterans Home in Tilton to reflect on the anniversary of September 11th. We can never forget the thousands of innocent people who lost their lives on that fateful day. America remains forever grateful to the brave first responders who rushed towards danger to save our fellow ... Read more »
