Dear Friends, It’s been a very busy and historic few weeks both at home in the Granite State, and throughout the entire country. The peaceful transition of power from each presidential administration is a pillar of our democracy, and regardless of what party you belong to, it is important to try and find areas of common ground where policies can be advanced to benefit hardworking… Read more »

Today, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) reacted with concern to reports that President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to head the Department of Education, Betsy DeVos, has given thousands of dollars in donations to a group that advocates increasing the burden of proof for survivors of sexual assault. DeVos has given $10,000 in donations to the Foundation for Individual Rights in… Read more »

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… Read more »

Hello Everyone! I hope you have all been enjoying the last few weeks of summer! It’s been a busy first few weeks back in session in DC, and I wanted to take the time to fill you in on some of the work I’ve been doing recently. Chessy Prout By now much of America knows the story of Chessy Prout, a courageous young woman who has bravely turned her experience as a… Read more »

Today, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) took to the House floor to honor the incredible courage and strength of Chessy Prout, who was sexually assaulted by an upperclassman at her boarding school when she was 15 years old. Last month, Chessy, now 17, went public on the TODAY Show with her story to bring to light the pervasive issue of sexual assault, and to let other victims know they… Read more »

Hi Everyone, The beginning of the school year is an exciting time for young people in New Hampshire and across the country. When students arrive on New Hampshire campuses this fall, it should be a time for making new friends, focusing on their academic studies, and exploring extracurricular activities. Unfortunately, the issue of sexual assault is plaguing schools across our nation.… Read more »

Today, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) announced that the Northern Border Regional Commission (NBRC) has awarded federal grant funds to 11 development projects throughout New Hampshire’s Second Congressional District.  These grants, which total more than $1.4 million, will help to spur economic and community development, and to address some of the most pressing challenges,… Read more »

Peterborough, NH – This morning, Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) hosted a forum at ConVal Regional High School with students, administrators, and community members to discuss the importance of increasing college affordability. The forum gave students and parents a chance to engage with a panel of key stakeholders in the higher education arena, and discuss initiatives aimed… Read more »

As college tuition rates continue to soar, Congresswoman Ann Kuster and higher education experts gathered Friday at Salem High School to help students and their families prepare for what to expect. One thing most can expect is thousands and thousands of dollars in student debt, the experts said. That's because New Hampshire residents paying student loans owe an average of $33,000,… Read more »

Salem, NH – Today, as a part of New Hampshire’s “I am Going to College Month,” Congresswoman Annie Kuster (NH-02) hosted a forum at Salem High School focused on initiatives to reduce the costs of higher education.  The forum brought together Salem High students, administrators and a panel of key stakeholders to discuss college affordability, including… Read more »