Hello Friends, 

This week, I had the distinct honor of speaking with Stephanie Land, survivor and bestselling author of ‘MAID,’ along with my fellow members of the Bipartisan Task Force to End Sexual Violence. During the roundtable, Stephanie spoke about her experience navigating federal support channels, the financial challenges facing survivors leaving abusive relationships, and the importance of reauthorizing the Violence Against Women Act to ensure critical services and support are available to survivors.

It can be incredibly difficult for survivors to escape their abusers, but even after they escape, a whole new world of challenges is waiting for them. From rebuilding their lives from scratch to finding work to navigating complicated safety net programs, it is essential we do more to support survivors as they recover. That’s what I’m working towards in Congress.

Watch the full conversation: https://youtu.be/7w20PTC0WME

I will continue working to direct new federal investments into our state to promote clean energy and protect our planet for generations to come.

On Monday, I welcomed USDA Under Secretary for Rural Development Xochitl Torres Small to New Hampshire to announce new federal funding to support renewable energy. Building the clean energy economy of the future is an incredible opportunity for rural communities and is a win-win for local jobs and protecting our state from the impact of climate change.

During the visit, we toured a solar array site in Franklin that benefits from this funding and discussed the importance of investing in renewable energy projects to create jobs, achieve a resilient, reliable electric grid, and lessen our dependence on foreign fossil fuels.

It is my honor to serve those who served our country.

This week, I voted for the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022, bipartisan legislation to:

⭐ Increase Pay for Our Troops

🛑 Combat Military Sexual Assault

🌍 Address Climate Change

⚓️ Strengthen Our Navy

Funding our armed services is essential, and I was glad to see my colleagues from both sides of the aisle in both the House and Senate come together to deliver this critical funding.

I will always stand up for our Granite State children and communities.

Ensuring the safety and well-being of children in New Hampshire and across the country is one of my top priorities, and I’m pleased New Hampshire will receive more than $400,000 to combat child sexual exploitation online.

Earlier this year, I reintroduced the bipartisan END Child Exploitation Act to help law enforcement and technology companies respond to child sexual abuse images and hold perpetrators accountable. 

My thoughts and prayers are with Senator Dole’s family during this difficult time.

Last night, I paid my respects to Senator Bob Dole as he lies in state in the U.S. Capitol. A World War II veteran and distinguished Member of Congress, he embodied the fundamental ideals of service and selflessness that define America.

Rest In Peace, Senator.

Access to quality, affordable health coverage is more important than ever.

Don’t miss your chance to get covered for 2022! Thanks to the American Rescue Plan, high-quality health coverage may be more affordable than you think. Open Enrollment is open until January 15, 2022, however, in order to have coverage that begins January 1, 2022, you must enroll by December 15, 2021. 

Learn more: www.healthcare.gov.

This week, 16 and 17-year-olds became eligible for COVID-19 booster shots. As the Omicron variant continues to spread, it’s important to get vaccinated for COVID-19 and receive your booster shot when it’s time to do so. For more information, visit the CDC’s website here. 

New Hampshire is moving in the wrong direction when it comes to COVID-19 — more patients are hospitalized now than at any other point in the pandemic. Everyone aged 5 and older is eligible to get the vaccine. As the Omicron variant continues to spread and the weather gets colder, it’s more important than ever to get vaccinated. 

To schedule a vaccine — including boosters — or find a walk-in clinic, visit http://vaccines.gov.

As we head into the holidays, it can be difficult to have conversations about comfort and COVID-19 safety precautions with family or loved ones. Regardless of how you gather, I encourage you to plan ahead to keep your gathering safe. Learn more about what to ask and how to prepare: https://wapo.st/3GyEBqw.

As always, the CDC and the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services are the best resources to turn to for information about COVID-19. If you are sick, stay home and call your health care provider.

To stay updated on my work in Congress and around the Granite State and for important information and resources, like my page on Facebook and follow me on Twitter. 

I hope you have a safe, warm, and fun weekend!

Sincerely, 

Annie