Protecting Seniors

Kuster, Blunt Rochester, Barragán Introduce Legislation To Expand Access to Health Center Services, Strengthen Primary Care Workforce

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Washington, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02), with Reps. Lisa Blunt Rochester (D-Del.) and Nanette Barragán (D-Calif.), introduced H.R. 3080, the Health Center Service Expansion and Provider Shortage Reduction Act to increase access to mental and behavioral health services provided through health centers, expand weekend and evening hours, create new service sites, and…

Kuster Tours Summer Park Residences in Hanover, Discusses Affordable Housing Priorities

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Hanover, N.H. — Today, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) toured Summer Park Residences I, a 24-unit housing project which provides a safe and affordable place for people 62 and older and those with disabilities to live, and met with Twin Pines Housing staff and leadership to discuss the need for more affordable housing options in New Hampshire. During the visit, Kuster highlighted…

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…

ICYMI: Rep. Annie Kuster (NH-02) Discusses Value of Medicare Advantage For NH Seniors With Community Leaders At Better Medicare Alliance Roundtable

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   Concord, N.H. – Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) joined a recent roundtable convened by Better Medicare Alliance and moderated by Tom Maher, Regional Director of the Healthcare Leadership Council, to discuss the value of Medicare Advantage for New Hampshire seniors. Thanks to the program, thousands of Granite State beneficiaries can access high quality, comprehensive…

Kuster-Backed Legislation to Improve Care for Granite State Seniors Passes House

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Today, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) voted to pass the Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act – bipartisan legislation she co-sponsored that would make it easier for New Hampshire seniors to get the care they need and improve health outcomes. This bill modernizes Medicare Advantage’s outdated prior authorization process, which can result in delays in care. Many Medicare…

Kuster Applauds House Passage of Historic Bill to Reduce Inflation, Lower Health Care Costs, and Combat Climate Change

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Today, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) voted to pass the Inflation Reduction Act, sending it to President Biden’s desk to be signed into law. This historic legislation will reduce costs for Granite Staters, tackle climate change, bolster our economy, and reduce the deficit. The bill also includes Rep. Kuster’s bipartisan legislation to eliminate out-of-pocket costs for vaccines for…

Kuster Fights for Granite State Seniors, Advocates for Improvements to Medicare Advantage Plans

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**The full subcommittee hearing is available HERE** **Kuster’s full remarks are available HERE**   Concord, N.H. — On Tuesday, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02), a member of the Energy and Commerce Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee, advocated on behalf of Granite State seniors and Medicare beneficiaries during a hearing entitled, “Protecting America's Seniors: Oversight…

Kuster, Steil Announce Creation of Bipartisan Caucus To Strengthen Long-Term Care Infrastructure and Implement Solutions

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   Washington, D.C. — Today, Representatives Annie Kuster (D-NH) and Bryan Steil (R-WI) announced the creation of the 21st Century Long-Term Care Caucus. This new, bipartisan caucus will bring together members from both parties to identify and address long-term care in the United States and implement solutions to ensure our nation’s patients and their families have the support…

Kuster Bill To Lower Prescription Drug Costs Clears Key Committee

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   **The Energy and Commerce Committee also advanced legislation included in the Bipartisan Addiction and Mental Health Task Force’s 2021 Legislative Agenda** **The full Committee markup is available HERE, and Kuster’s full remarks are available HERE**   Washington, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) advanced her legislation, the Increasing Transparency In…

Kuster Bill To Make Prescription Drugs More Affordable Passes E&C Health Subcommittee

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   **The entire subcommittee markup is available HERE** **Kuster’s full remarks are available HERE**   Washington, D.C. — Today, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02), a senior member of the Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee, successfully advanced her legislation, the Increasing Transparency In Generic Drug Applications Act of 2022. This bill was included in Section…