Supporting Veterans, Military Families, and National Security

Kuster Joins New Hampshire Summit To End Veteran Homelessness

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**Kuster played a critical role in securing federal funding and support to open Boulder Point Veterans Housing in Plymouth**   Henniker, N.H. — Today, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) participated in the NH Summit to End Veteran Homelessness, hosted by Harbor Care Veterans FIRST and New England College. The Summit is a collaboration between local, state, and federal leaders and…

Kuster Delivers Bipartisan Budget Deal, Protects Vital Programs for New Hampshire

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Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02), Chair of the nearly 100-Member New Democrat Coalition, voted to pass the bipartisan debt ceiling agreement, the Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023, and prevent an economic catastrophe by avoiding default. Kuster has been in constant communication with President Biden and the White House as this deal came together and played a…

Kuster Statement Ahead of Memorial Day

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Concord, N.H. — Today, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) released the following statement ahead of Memorial Day 2023:   “As we head into Memorial Day weekend, my thoughts are with the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation and the loved ones who carry their memory with them every single day.    “These service members made the ultimate…

Kuster Reintroduces Bipartisan Bill To Support Veterans Exposed to PFAS Contaminants

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Washington, D.C. - Yesterday, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) helped to reintroduce the PFAS Registry Act alongside a bipartisan coalition of lawmakers, including Reps. Chris Pappas (NH-01), Mike Lawler (NY-17), and Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01). This legislation would direct the Department of Veterans Affairs to create a national database for service members and veterans with health…

Kuster Votes Against Dangerous GOP Default Bill, Urges Clean Debt Ceiling Vote

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   **Earlier today, Kuster spoke at a press conference highlighting Democratic unity for a clean debt ceiling vote**   Washington, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02), Chair of the New Democrat Coalition, voted against the extreme Republican majority’s dangerous debt default bill. Kuster is leading the charge to pass a clean debt ceiling increase. Today, she…

Kuster Highlights Ways Her Office Can Help Granite Staters

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Concord, N.H. — Today, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) met with constituents from New Hampshire’s Second District to highlight ways that her office can support and assist Granite Staters. From navigating federal agencies to accessing hard-earned benefits, Rep. Kuster’s office is here to help. Kuster spoke with Justin of Warren, who needed support with a tax redundancy; Peter from…

Kuster Reintroduces Bill to Expand Long Term Care for Veterans

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S Rep. Annie Kuster (NH-02) reintroduced the Expanding Veterans’ Options for Long Term Care Act, which would help senior veterans live more independently and cut costs for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The legislation creates a three year pilot program for eligible veterans to receive assisted living care paid for by the VA. The bill is co-led by Democrats…

Kuster Votes To Support New Hampshire Veterans, Improve Access to Services

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**A former Member of the House Veterans Affairs Committee, Kuster has been a leading advocate for improving veterans’ access to support and medical services**   Washington, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) voted for several pieces of legislation to support New Hampshire veterans and improve access to services and care. These bills make necessary reforms to the…

Kuster Delivers Holiday Cards to New Hampshire Veterans Home

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  Tilton, N.H. — Today, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) visited the New Hampshire Veterans Home in Tilton to deliver holiday cards to Granite Staters who have served our nation in uniform. Over the past few weeks through Kuster’s ‘Holiday Cards for Heroes’ program, students across the state have made holiday cards to honor New Hampshire veterans.   “We owe an incredible…

Kuster Votes To Protect VA Health Care Workers

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   Washington, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) voted for bipartisan legislation to protect health care workers at Veterans Affairs hospitals. The VA Employee Fairness Act, which Kuster cosponsored, will ensure that VA’s Title 38 health care professionals — including nurses, physicians, dentists, and physician assistants who serve our veterans — have the same…