Granite State Times

Rep. Chris Pappas, a U.S. Congressman representing New Hampshire's 1st district, has been active on social media addressing various issues pertinent to his constituents. On March 5, 2025, he shared insights into his advocacy and upcoming events.

In a tweet posted on March 5, 2025, Rep. Pappas announced that for the Presidential Joint Address to Congress this year, he would be accompanied by Julie Mudd, a mother and advocate from New Hampshire. He highlighted the importance of programs like Medicaid in supporting families such as hers and reaffirmed his commitment to opposing cuts to essential programs relied upon by Granite Staters. "For this year’s Presidential Joint Address to Congress, I’m bringing Julie Mudd, a New Hampshire mother & advocate, to highlight how programs like Medicaid have helped her family and so many others."

Later that day, Rep. Pappas expressed concern over economic policies discussed during the President's address that he believes could increase living costs for residents of New Hampshire. He criticized proposed tariffs and potential healthcare policy changes that might adversely affect affordability for his constituents. "The most pressing issue for Granite Staters is lowering the high cost of living."

Additionally, Rep. Pappas announced upcoming Pop-Up Passport Fairs scheduled in Manchester and Portsmouth aimed at facilitating passport services for local residents. Details regarding appointments and further information were provided through an online link shared in his post. "UPCOMING: My office is holding two Pop-Up Passport Fairs in Manchester and in Portsmouth."