Supporting Small Businesses

Kuster Bill to Facilitate Trade Between the United States and Canada Passes Congress

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Today, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) applauded final passage of her legislation the Promoting Travel, Commerce, and National Security Act, which would improve trade opportunities for businesses in northern border communities and help to strengthen national security. The legislation will now head to President Obama’s desk for his signature. “I’m thrilled that we…

Kuster Calls on Appropriations Committee to Assist Struggling Dairy Farms

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Today, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) wrote to the House Appropriations Committee with 15 other members of Congress, calling for action to assist struggling American dairy producers. Over the past two years, dairy producers have experienced a significant drop in milk prices, increasing the challenges that many American dairy producers are facing. “As you continue to work on…

Kuster tours Groveton Mill, discusses North Country jobs

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(Groveton, NH) – This afternoon, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) toured the Groveton Mill and discussed efforts she has led to return jobs to the mill site and throughout the North Country. Kuster’s visit came a week after Vermont-based NSA Industries announced it would expand to the Groveton Mill site, bringing as many as 60 jobs. During her visit, Kuster met with site…

Catching up with Annie

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Hello everyone!  It is wonderful traveling across our state and meeting with constituents like you. Here is an update on some of the important work I’ve been doing on your behalf: NSA Industries to expand, bring jobs to the North Country I am thrilled that NSA Industries is expanding to the Groveton Mill site, bringing as many as 60 jobs to New Hampshire’s North…

Kuster statement on NSA Industries plan to expand, bring jobs to the North Country

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(Groveton, NH) – This afternoon, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) released the following statement in response to NSA Industries’ announced plans to expand to the Groveton Mill site, bringing as many as 60 jobs to New Hampshire’s North Country.  For years, Congresswoman Kuster has led the effort to redevelop the mill to spur job growth and economic development in…

Kuster Introduces Bill to Encourage STEM Education, Prepare Students for Jobs of Tomorrow

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Today, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) introduced legislation to provide new resources for STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) subjects in early childhood education. The Early STEM Achievement Act would create a competitive grant program within the Department of Education to assist early childhood STEM programs and train educators to teach STEM subjects, helping prepare…

Kuster Announces Legislation to Promote Business Exports

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(Nashua, NH) – This afternoon, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) joined business leaders at Geophysical Survey Systems, Inc. to announce the introduction of her new legislation the Export Promotion Act, which will make it easier for businesses to sell across international borders. Her bill will consolidate many of the export assistance programs under the Department of Commerce…

Kuster Hosts Drinking Water Infrastructure Forum in Nashua

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This morning, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) brought together leaders from federal, state and local environmental agencies, public health organizations, and experts from across the Nashua area to discuss the health of New Hampshire’s drinking water infrastructure. The forum allowed stakeholders to discuss the importance of maintaining quality water infrastructure for…

North Country Adventures

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Hi everyone: I recently made one of my favorite trips of the summer: a visit to New Hampshire’s beautiful North Country, and I am excited to share it with you! I had the opportunity to visit with residents and community leaders all over the North Country, with stops and events in Berlin, Colebrook, Bethlehem, Woodstock, and more. The weather was gorgeous, and it was fantastic to…

Congresswoman Annie Kuster Calls for Increased Infrastructure Funding During Tour of I-93 Expansion Project

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WINDHAM, N.H.  – This morning, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) continued her call for increased federal investment in transportation infrastructure during her tour of the I-93 expansion project in New Hampshire’s southern tier.  Earlier this year, Kuster helped secure $200 million in federal funds to help complete the I-93 project.  This funding, a…