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New Dems Release Economic Opportunity Agenda to Continue Lowering Costs, Fighting Inflation, and Growing the Middle Class

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This week, New Democrat Coalition Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02), Vice Chair for Policy Derek Kilmer (WA-06), and NDC Economic Growth and Fiscal Responsibility Task Force Chair Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06) and Vice Chair Nikema Williams (GA-05) released the Coalition’s Economic Opportunity Agenda ([link removed]) to continue lowering costs, fighting inflation, and growing the middle class. The New Dem plan builds on the Coalition’s Action Plan to Fight Inflation ([link removed]) , which Forbes called the “best inflation-fighting blueprint to come out of Congress.”

New Dems released the Action Plan to Fight Inflation in June 2022 when the U.S. inflation rate had reached its peak. The plan outlined actions President Biden and Congress could take to reduce the prices of essential goods and services so American families, workers, and businesses could thrive. Since then, New Dems have worked hand-in-hand with President Biden to pass historic legislation to invest in America, create good jobs, secure our supply chains, bring back American manufacturing, and lower everyday costs.

The Economic Opportunity Agenda ([link removed]) examines the progress New Dems have made in implementing this plan and provides a roadmap for the Administration and lawmakers to advance policies that will continue to lower costs and give Americans the tools and opportunities needed to succeed and earn a good life.
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New Dem Vice Chair for Policy Talks to Forbes about Economic Opportunity Agenda

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New Dem Vice Chair for Policy Derek Kilmer (WA-06) talked to Brittany Lewis on Forbes Newsroom for an in-depth conversation on our Coalition's Economic Opportunity Agenda.
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New Dem National Security Task Force Chair talks to MSNBC about how Extreme GOP Priorities Threaten U.S. National Security

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New Dem National Security Task Force Chair Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) talked to Michael Steele on MSNBC about Senator Tommy Tuberville's (R-AL) blockade on military nominations over the Pentagon's abortion policies and the extreme Republican amendments added to the FY 2024 National Defense Authorization Act.
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Rep. Jared Moskowitz (FL-23) went on MSNBC to talk about the GOP's politicization of the oversight process ahead of this week's House Oversight and Accountability Committee hearing about Hunter Biden.
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Rep. Brad Schneider (IL-10) went on MSNBC to talk about his vote against the NDAA due to the inclusion of extreme Republican amendments that attack women’s health care, diversity, and harm America’s military readiness.
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Rep. Jason Crow (CO-06) talked to CNN about his support for providing a clear pathway for Ukraine to join NATO over the next few years that avoids triggering Article V of the North Atlantic Treaty.
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Rep. Lucy McBath (GA-07) convened a school counselor roundtable with U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona that focused on the challenges and triumphs that local school counselors experienced in their day-to-day work.
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Rep. Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) spoke at a press conference commemorating the 100th anniversary of the introduction of the Equal Rights Amendment.
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Rep. Seth Moulton (MA-06) talked to Spectrum News 1 to mark the one year anniversary of the 9-8-8 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline, which has received millions of calls, texts, and chats over the last 12 months.
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Rep. Eric Sorensen (IL-17) secured $1,654,296 in federal grant funding for Head Start education programs in his district.
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Rep. Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) secured $2,469,760 in federal grant funding for Head Start education programs in her district.
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New Dems Travel to National Institutes of Health (NIH) to Meet with Experts on Substance Use, Mental Health, Cancer, and Cutting-Edge Research

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The Congressional Delegation (CODEL) was hosted by the NDC Health Care, Substance Use, and Mental Health Task Force

On Monday, NDC Health Care, Substance Use, and Mental Health Task Force Chair Terri Sewell (AL-07) and Vice Chairs Yadira Caraveo (CO-08) and Brittany Pettersen (CO-07) led a Congressional Delegation (CODEL) of nine Coalition Members to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) campus in Bethesda, MD.

During their visit, NDC Members met with senior NIH leadership including Acting Director Dr. Lawrence Tabak, Acting NIH Principal Deputy Director Dr. Tara Schwetz, and NIH Clinical Center CEO Dr. James Gilman to discuss the importance of funding medical research.

NDC Members also toured the National Cancer Institute, National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, and the National Institute of Mental Health to meet with senior medical professionals and discuss the NIH’s cutting-edge initiatives to transform health care in America.
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New Dems Meet with Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong

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On Wednesday, New Dem Reps. Brittany Pettersen (CO-07), Bill Foster (IL-11), and Sean Casten (IL-06) met with Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong to discuss the future of digital asset legislation and the impact cryptocurrency has on issues relating to taxation, national security, privacy, and climate.
New Dems Hold Farm Bill Roundtable

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On Wednesday, NDC Vice Chair for Outreach Salud Carbajal (CA-24) and NDC Farm Bill Task Force Chair Kim Schrier (WA-08) co-led a roundtable meeting with Farm Bill stakeholders.

From tackling food insecurity and climate change to supporting rural communities across America, our Members are laser-focused on addressing these critical issues in the must-pass Farm Bill.
New Dems Hold Press Conference to Roll Out Economic Opportunity Agenda


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On Tuesday, New Democrat Coalition (NDC) Chair Annie Kuster (NH-02), NDC Vice Chair for Communications Brad Schneider (IL-10), and NDC Economic Growth and Fiscal Responsibility Task Force Chair Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06) and Vice Chair Nikema Williams (GA-05) held a press conference to announce the release of the NDC’s Economic Opportunity Agenda ([link removed]) to lower costs, fight inflation, and grow the middle class. During the press conference, Members described how the New Dems’ progress implementing last year’s Action Plan to Fight Inflation ([link removed]) has strengthened the economy and how the initiatives outlined in the Economic Opportunity Agenda will make meaningful differences for hard working Americans.
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House Passes Spanberger's Bipartisan Bill to Ban Airlines from Charging Extra Fees to Seat Families Together ([link removed])
Rep. Abigail Spanberger’s (VA-07) bipartisan legislation, H.R. 4193 ([link removed]) , the Fly Together Act, passed the House as part of the bipartisan legislative package to reauthorize the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Spanberger’s legislation will direct the U.S. Secretary of Transportation to issue a rule requiring airlines to seat young children with their family members on flights to the greatest extent practicable — and at no additional cost within the same class of service.

Carbajal, Soto Reintroduce Bipartisan Legislation to Prevent the Deportation of Parents of U.S. Servicemembers ([link removed])
Rep. Salud Carbajal (CA-24) introduced H.R. 4694 ([link removed]) , the Protect Patriot Parents Act. This bipartisan legislation would make parents of U.S. military servicemembers eligible to adjust for Lawful Permanent Resident status, preventing potential deportations or separations of military families.

Lee Introduces Bicameral Legislation to Help Women Find and Access Reproductive Health Care ([link removed])
Rep. Susie Lee (NV-03) introduced H.R. 4796 ([link removed]) , the Reproductive Health and Patient Navigator Act. This bicameral legislation creates a federal grant program to fund patient navigators, such as community-based organizations, who can help women access reproductive health care services. Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) introduced companion legislation in the U.S. Senate.

McClellan Introduces Freedom to Vote Act alongside more than 130 House Democrats ([link removed])
Rep. Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) introduced H.R. 11 ([link removed]) , the Freedom to Vote Act, alongside more than 130 other House Democrats. This legislation will protect and expand voting rights, implement federal election standards and campaign finance reforms, and preserve American democracy.


NDC Vice Chair for Outreach Touts Bipartisan Infrastructure Law Investments


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New Dem Vice Chair for Outreach Salud Carbajal (CA-24) released a video highlighting that his district recently passed the milestone of receiving $500 million from Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to support projects ranging from road and airport improvements to upgrades to clean water and internet connectivity.
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