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** New Dems Unveil Comprehensive Tax Reform Framework
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The New Democrat Coalition Tax Task Force led by Task Force Chair Steven Horsford (NV-04), in coordination with the NDC’s broader Economic Growth & Cost of Living Working Group led by Working Group Chair Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06), unveiled its Tax Framework ([link removed]) to advance common sense reforms to the tax code that ensure better outcomes for America’s working families, small businesses, and long-term economic strength.
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** New Dems are on Substack!
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The New Democrat Coalition unveiled its newest media initiative, The New Dem Dispatch ([link removed]) on Substack.

The New Dem Dispatch will be a one-stop-shop to keep up with the latest New Dem news, featuring the Coalition’s upcoming policy agendas, opinion pieces by New Dem Members – including commentary exclusive to Substack for subscribers – updates on the New Dems on the Road initiative, and the Coalition’s latest highlights in legacy and new media.
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New Democrat Coalition Vice Chair for Outreach Salud Carbajal (CA-24), alongside House Agriculture Committee Vice Ranking Member Shontel Brown (OH-11) and Subcommittee on Nutrition and Foreign Agriculture Ranking Member Jahana Hayes (CT-05), hosted a roundtable discussion on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) with representatives from nonprofit organizations, advocacy groups, unions, and industry.

During the discussion, Members and stakeholders discussed the sweeping impacts of Congressional Republicans’ plan to cut $300 billion from SNAP, including devastating effects on state-run nutrition programs, families, children, food banks, farmers, rural economies, and more. Participants also discussed the efforts of their organizations to fight back against these cuts, and what more New Dems can do to help lift up the many voices of those who would be negatively impacted.

Reps. Salud Carbajal, Shontel Brown, and Jahana Hayes issued a statement following the roundtable:

“We thank our colleagues and our guests for participating in this crucial conversation today. As Republicans work to rip food from the mouths of hungry children, seniors, and Veterans by slashing nutrition assistance funding, New Dems are more committed than ever to safeguarding the SNAP benefits more than 40 million Americans rely on..."
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The New Democrat Coalition made the fourth stop on its New Dems on the Road Tour, an initiative spearheaded by Vice Chair for Policy Nikki Budzinski (IL-13) to get New Dem Members out of DC to hear from American workers, businesses, industry experts, nongovernmental organizations and local leaders about how to improve policy in Washington.

New Dem Rural Broadband Task Force Chair April McClain Delaney (MD-06) hosted Vice Chair for Policy Nikki Budinski in Frederick County, Maryland to tour a local broadband construction site and hold a roundtable discussion on rural broadband with government officials, industry representatives, and local leaders.

"Having helped lead the BEAD program at NTIA, I know that access to high-speed internet in rural communities is one of the most impactful, common-sense investments we can make in America’s future,” said Task Force Chair April McClain Delaney. “So I was proud to host this roundtable in my district to highlight the real progress we’re making to close the digital divide and transform lives by expanding education, improving health care and creating good-paying jobs. I’m grateful to all the officials, industry leaders and other stakeholders who joined us today to discuss how broadband is strengthening communities right here in Maryland—and to reinforce why we must continue to work together to bring opportunity to every town across the country.”
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Congressman Steven Horsford (NV-04) ([link removed]) spoke to Semafor about the new Tax Framework ([link removed]) that the New Democrat Coalition’s Tax Task Force and Economic Working Group released, which puts working people, small businesses, and fiscal responsibility at the center of tax policy.
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Congresswoman Stacey E. Plaskett (VI-AL) ([link removed]) joined The xxxxxx Podcast to discuss how Medicaid cuts would hurt Americans, and how Republicans are failing to appropriately respond to complaints of their constituents on this issue.

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Congresswoman Hillary Scholten (MI-03) and Congressman Derek Tran (CA-45) ([link removed]) joined MSNBC's Morning Joe to discuss the launch of their Lowering Costs Caucus, stating the caucus is a response to President Trump's failure to uphold his promise to lower costs.

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Congressman Pablo José Hernández Rivera (PR-AL) ([link removed]) joined the New Democrat Coalition this week. Rep. Hernández, who was elected in 2024 and will serve a four-year term, is the youngest Resident Commissioner in Puerto Rico’s history.
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Congressman Joe Morelle (NY-25) ([link removed]) recognized local Vietnam Veterans by presenting them with the Vietnam War Commemoration Lapel Pin in honor of their service.

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Congresswoman Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08) ([link removed]) announced new federal grant funding to support critical infrastructure repairs and redevelopment at Bishop International Airport in Flint.
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Congresswoman Lucy McBath (GA-06) ([link removed]) convened a panel discussion at the historic New Hope AME Church in Buckhead as part of Gun Violence Awareness Month.
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Congresswoman Janelle Bynum’s (OR-05) ([link removed]) three bipartisan bills were passed in the House this week. The three bills, the Access to Small Business Investor Capital Act (H.R. 2225 ([link removed]) ), the ELEVATE Act (H.R. 3301 ([link removed]) ), and the Expanding Access to Capital for Rural Job Creators Act (H.R. 298 ([link removed]) ), all benefit small businesses to help them get off their feet and hit the ground running.
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Congressman Marc Veasey (TX-33) ([link removed]) questioned the Health Sec. RFK Jr. at an Energy & Commerce hearing on the budget. RFK Jr. has used the very same resources he is slashing to get clean and refuses to acknowledge it. Rep. Veasey used RFK Jr's own story to highlight the hypocrisy.
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Rep. Peters Reintroduces Resolution to Raise Awareness of Veterans’ Post-Traumatic Stress ([link removed])
Congressman Scott Peters (CA-50) introduced a bipartisan resolution (H.Res ([link removed]) . 542 ([link removed]) ) to reduce the stigma that prevents veterans and servicemembers from seeking mental health care. Mental scars are less visible, but equally harmful injuries causing too many of our nation's heroes to die from suicide. Raising awareness about Post-Traumatic Stress can help ensure veterans reach out and get the care and support they've earned.

Rep. Gillen Introduces Bipartisan “Gio’s Law” to Honor Lynbrook Native Giovanni Cipriano ([link removed])
Congresswoman Laura Gillen (NY-04) announced the introduction of H.R. 4019 ([link removed]) , known as “Gio’s Law”. This bipartisan legislation is being introduced in honor of Nassau County native Giovanni Cipriano, who passed away from a severe allergic reaction at age 14. Gio’s Law would establish a national Department of Justice grant program that provides access to and training on epinephrine products for law enforcement officers.

Reps. Himes, Meeks, Smith Introduce War Powers Resolution to Cease U.S. Hostilities on Iran ([link removed])
Ranking Members Jim Himes (CT-04) (Intelligence), Gregory Meeks (NY-05) (Foreign Affairs), and Adam Smith (WA-09) (Armed Services) introduced a War Powers Resolution (H.C ([link removed]) on.Res. 40 ([link removed]) ) to order the removal of U.S. Armed Forces from hostilities against Iran absent a Congressional authorization, while preserving the ability for U.S. Armed Forces to defend the U.S. and its partners and allies from imminent attack.

Rep. Lizzie Fletcher Reintroduces Legislation To Protect a Woman’s Right To Travel for Health Care ([link removed])
Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher (TX-07) reintroduced the Ensuring Women’s Right to Reproductive Freedom Act (H.R. 4099 ([link removed]) ) with Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), Congressman Jamie Raskin (MD-08), and more than 128 original co-sponsors. Her legislation, which passed the House in the 117th Congress, protects the constitutional right to travel between the states, including for the purpose of getting reproductive health care.

Reps. Houlahan and Kiggans Introduce Bipartisan VET Act to Support Veterans and Strengthen America's Energy Workforce ([link removed])
Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan (PA-06) and Congresswoman Jen Kiggans (VA-02), both military veterans and members of the House Armed Services Committee, introduced the Veterans Energy Transition (VET) Act (H.R. 4105 ([link removed]) ), bipartisan legislation to help connect transitioning servicemembers with high-quality jobs in America’s energy and advanced manufacturing sectors.

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