Dana S. Hilliard

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Do you support the “Education Freedom Account” program, which gives students access to the per-pupil share of state school funding to spend on private school or home school expenses?

"I do not support public tax dollars being diverted from our local school systems and going toward private and religious institution."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should New Hampshire ban abortions during the first trimester (e.g. after 6 weeks gestation)?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should New Hampshire ban abortions during the second trimester (e.g. after 15 weeks gestation)?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should New Hampshire ban discussions about sexual orientation and gender identity in grades K-3?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Do you support the state law that bans teaching certain concepts, such as the idea that people may be "inherently racist, sexist, or oppressive, whether consciously or unconsciously"?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should NH add an income tax on earned income?

"This is not a matter that comes before the Executive Council."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should NH add a broad-based sales tax?

"This is not a matter that comes before the Executive Council."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should New Hampshire add a tax credit for businesses that contribute to student loan repayment for employees?

"This is not a matter that comes before the Executive Council."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should New Hampshire lower business taxes?

"This is not a matter that comes before the Executive Council."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should New Hampshire government do more to address climate change?

"For"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Do you support giving voters who register without ID on Election Day a ballot that only counts if they return identifying documents to the state before a deadline?

"This is not a matter that comes before the Executive Council. When considering judicial nominees, I will look for judges in favor of expanding access to the ballot and voting rights."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Do you support state contracts with faith-based organizations?

"It depends on the specific contract and circumstances. While I am in favor of building partnerships with faith-based organizations that provide valuable social services, I respect the constitutional requirement for separation of church and state."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Do you support state contracts with Planned Parenthood?

"Planned Parenthood provides an array of services and is an integral part of a healthcare system that provides access and choice for Granite Staters in their own personal healthcare decision."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should New Hampshire add a fee or mileage charge for electric vehicle owners to help pay for transportation and/or electric infrastructure?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should the state do more to encourage municipalities to remove zoning barriers to housing development?

"For"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should New Hampshire extend the renewable portfolio standard past 2025, requiring public utilities to obtain more than 25% of electricity from renewable energy sources?

"For"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Would you have voted to accept federal funds to support COVID-19 vaccinations in New Hampshire?

"For"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should New Hampshire guarantee the right to access abortion before 24 weeks?

"For"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should a nominee’s political beliefs be an important factor when deciding on a judicial appointment?

"If those political beliefs inhibit the nominees' ability to uphold and protect our constitutional rights, then yes they should be taken into consideration."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should a nominee’s political beliefs be an important factor when deciding on an appointment to the executive branch?

"If those political beliefs would inhibit the nominees' ability to carry out their duties in line with the mission and spirit of the department."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Do you support the option of mail-in ballots for all voters, not just absentees?

"For"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should New Hampshire legalize the recreational use of marijuana by allowing home-growing and private use without sales?

"For"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should New Hampshire legalize the recreational use of marijuana by licensing growers and private retail locations?

"For"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should New Hampshire legalize the recreational use of marijuana by establishing state-run cannabis stores?

"For"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should New Hampshire raise the minimum wage?

"For"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Are you open to approving no-bid state contracts?

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should the state permanently increase how much tax revenue it shares with towns and cities every year, beyond public school funding?

"This is not a matter that comes before the Executive Council. However, I am in favor of any form of revenue sharing with cities and towns would help lessen the burden of local property taxes."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Do you support the gradual phase-out of the Interests and Dividends tax?

"This is not a matter that comes before the Executive Council."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Do you support the state’s current system of public school funding, with each district’s total funding primarily dependent on local property tax revenue?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should New Hampshire repeal the ban on abortion after 24 weeks gestation?

"For"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should NH pass stricter gun control laws?

"This is not an issue that comes before the Executive Council. While I'm a supporter of the Second Amendment, I am in favor of sensible gun control to keep New Hampshire citizens, communities, and schools safe."