Chris Pappas
U.S. Representative · NH-1 · Democrat
Statements and posts
433 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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Pick a week or a day to set the dates below. One count per message: copies of one post on X and Bluesky count once, and reposts aren’t counted. Shading is scaled to Pappas’s own volume over the last 12 months (a typical active day = 1). Aug 17, 2026 – Nov 8, 2026.
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Announced $9.4 million federal funding for New Hampshire PFAS contamination cleanup.
“I fought to pass the bipartisan infrastructure law to deliver needed resources to New Hampshire communities to update water infrastructure, combat harmful PFAS contamination, and strengthen access to clean, safe water”
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Urged DOJ to prosecute suspected insider trading on prediction market platforms.
“Trading on confidential, non-public information is illegal in traditional financial markets when it involves fraud, deception, or breach of duty.”
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Bipartisan U.S.-Greece Defense Cooperation Advancement Act Advances Out of Committee
Bipartisan bill reauthorizing military education and training assistance to Greece advanced committee.
“Greece is an essential partner to the United States in ensuring regional security and prosperity. IMET assistance is a critical component of our bilateral relationship that strengthens cooperation, training, and interoperability between our Armed Forces”
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Passed amendment supporting funding for Manchester VA Medical Center upgrades.
“Our veterans have each put their lives on the line to protect our freedoms, and they deserve the best possible care and benefits after their service. Recurrent issues at the Manchester VA Medical Center mean that too many of our veterans have had difficulty accessing the care they need close to home”
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Pappas Leads NH Delegation in Urging Dept. of Education to Fund TRIO Upward Bound Programs
Led letter urging Department of Education to fund TRIO Upward Bound programs.
“We write to express our deep concern regarding the Department of Education’s (Department) delay in issuing Grant Award Notifications (GANs) for fiscal year (FY) 2026 TRIO Upward Bound programs that begin on June 1.”
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Pappas Helps Introduce Legislation to Protect Mail-in Voting Against Unlawful Trump Executive Order
Co-introduced legislation to invalidate Trump executive order restricting mail-in voting.
“Voting by mail is a safe and effective way to cast a ballot and has been for over a century. President Trump is attempting to undermine states’ rights to run their own elections, tamper with the independence of the U.S. Postal Service, and disenfranchise Americans.”
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Led House resolution honoring 363 law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty in 2025.
“Our dedicated law enforcement officers who put on the uniform to protect and serve our communities deserve our utmost gratitude and respect. Police Week is one important way we thank our officers for always answering the call and honoring those who gave the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty”
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Called for House investigation into insider trading in prediction markets; House Oversight Committee confirmed investigation underway.
“The American public has a legitimate interest in knowing whether individuals entrusted with classified national security information have used that access for personal financial gain.”
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Joined bipartisan letter demanding Federal Labor Relations Authority explain refusal to process labor complaints.
“We write today regarding the Federal Labor Relations Authority’s (FLRA) refusal to process Unfair Labor Practice (ULP) charges filed by members of the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Metal Trades Council (MTC) on behalf of its members.”
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Called for House investigation into corruption and insider trading in online prediction markets.
“The American public has a legitimate interest in knowing whether individuals entrusted with classified national security information have used that access for personal financial gain.”
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Filed Supreme Court brief with 250+ Democrats to overturn Fifth Circuit mifepristone decision.
“For more than a quarter century, FDA has repeatedly and consistently affirmed that mifepristone is safe. Over seven million patients in the U.S. have safely used mifepristone.”
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Pappas Announces 2026 Congressional Art Competition Winners, Hosts Reception for NH Student Artists
Hosted reception announcing winners of 2026 Congressional Art Competition.
“With the Congressional Art Competition, we remember to recognize and celebrate how important arts education is to our young people and uplift young talent. This year, we received 56 excellent submissions from student artists across the First District this year.”
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Pappas, Goodlander Raise Concerns Over Forest Service Reorganization, Call for Efforts to be Halted
Joined letter opposing Forest Service reorganization that would close research facilities.
“We write to express our strong opposition to the proposed reorganization of the U.S. Forest Service announced by the Department of Agriculture on March 31, 2026.”
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Pappas Backs Bills to Improve and Strengthen Child Care
Backed bills to improve child care access and affordability for families.
“Child care must be a national priority to support families and our economic future, and we need a comprehensive, all-of-the-above approach to address it.”
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Pappas, Huffman, Quigley Introduce Legislation to Improve Active Transportation Systems
Introduced legislation to reauthorize Active Transportation Infrastructure Investment Program with $250 million annual funding.
“Trails, sidewalks, and bikeways connect people together and to the places most important to them. These are active transportation networks that knit communities together, support outdoor recreation, strengthen local economies, and enhance the quality of life for residents and visitors alike.”
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Introduced resolution commemorating 200th anniversary of Exodus of Missolonghi in Greek War of Independence.
“With this resolution we commemorate the 200th anniversary of the Exodus of Missolonghi, in which the Greek people chose freedom and defiance in their fight for sovereignty and changed the tide of the Greek War of Independence”
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Sent letter requesting Trump Administration release VA Medical Center feasibility study and action plan.
“new VA-owned medical center providing comprehensive outpatient services in Manchester, New Hampshire.”
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Pappas and Gooden Introduce Bipartisan Protecting American Railroad Workers Jobs Act
Introduced bipartisan bill to tighten rail security at southern border and protect American railroad workers.
“Reestablishing these commonsense guidelines for rail crew changes and inspections will improve rail safety, protect American rail workers’ livelihoods, and help law enforcement safely interdict dangerous drugs”
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Reintroduced the SERVE Act to guarantee VA benefits for LGBTQ+ veterans discharged under Don't Ask, Don't Tell.
“All of our veterans and their families deserve our thanks and gratitude for their service and sacrifice.”
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Pappas Introduces the Rural Child Care Access Act
Introduced the Rural Child Care Access Act to fund child care facilities in rural areas.
“From my conversations with moms, dads, and providers across the state, I know child care remains among the most pressing issues that families are facing. We’ve got to tackle it head on”
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Pappas Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen Ethical Standards in Congress
Introduced bipartisan bill to permanently authorize the Office of Congressional Conduct.
“Members of Congress and their offices must be accountable to the people, and recent events have made the need for independent and nonpartisan guardrails and oversight on ethical standards even more clear”
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Led 101 members demanding Trump rescind executive order limiting mail-in voting.
“Oversight of the Postal Service lies with the Postal Board of Governors, the Postal Regulatory Commission, and Congress – not the President of the United States.”
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Pappas, Mann Introduce Bipartisan Distracted Driving Awareness Month Resolution
Introduced bipartisan resolution designating April 2026 as Distracted Driving Awareness Month.
“Distracted driving kills over 3,000 people every year, and injures more than 300,000. These losses are preventable, and it’s up to all of us to make sure everyone traveling on our roads makes it to their destination safely”
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Led call urging DHS to keep National Fallen Firefighters Memorial open during funding lapse.
“The firefighters we recognize this year died in service to others. Their families now carry that legacy forward. They should not be faced with additional uncertainty when traveling to the one place established to honor their loved ones on behalf of an entire grateful nation”
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Pappas, Lawler Lead Bipartisan Call for HHS to Distribute Remaining $400 Million in LIHEAP Funds
Led bipartisan letter urging HHS to distribute $400 million in undistributed LIHEAP funds.
“We urge you to do everything possible to distribute LIHEAP funds to states and families without delay. Families should not have to choose between staying warm and other essential items like food, medication, or rent”
Sources: members’ press releases from their official websites (since the 119th Congress began (Jan 3, 2025)), the Congressional Record (since Aug 2026), and Bluesky posts. Quotes are shown only when they match the archived source text word for word; topics are AI-read and mentions are matched from the text.