Rep. Ann McLane Kuster, D-N.H., a member of the House Subcommittee on Health, is questioned by reporters after a Democratic Caucus meeting on Capitol Hill in Washington, Tuesday, March 10, 2020. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)

NASHUA – U.S. Rep. Annie Kuster (NH-02), met with leadership from Granite State Manufacturing (GSM) to tour their new facility. During the visit, Kuster addressed ongoing workforce investments in Nashua and federal support for these efforts with GSM CEO, John Allard, and GSM Director of Program Management, Keith Ratay.

“Granite State Manufacturing plays a critical role in our nation’s supply chain for essential goods and materials,” said Rep. Kuster. “From robotics to submarines and medical hardware, the hardworking employees at GSM drive our country forward, and it is essential GSM has the skilled workforce needed to serve their customers and our country. I am proud to advocate for GSM in Congress and advance workforce development solutions through legislation.”

“On behalf of our dedicated employees, we thank Congresswoman Kuster for visiting our new manufacturing facility in Nashua today,” said Granite State Manufacturing Chief Executive Officer John Allard. “The continued support of our Congressional delegation and local officials has been a key resource as we continue to grow in New Hampshire. We are making things happen here in support of the U.S. Navy and the entire submarine fleet. Granite State Manufacturing is actively recruiting new team members who are seeking a rewarding and exciting opportunity to leverage state of the art technology in support of our military.”

Rep. Kuster is a strong voice for Granite State employers and manufacturers in Congress. She helped advance the bipartisan National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022 and advocated for provisions to make key investments to support U.S. service members and their families. The legislation Rep. Kuster voted for authorized two new Virginia Class submarines, components of which are manufactured at GSM.