Liz Barbour
Running for: NH House Hillsborough County District 35
Completed our 2026 State Candidate Survey
Position on Issues
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2026
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?
"EFAs let families use a portion of the state's per-pupil education funding for private school tuition, homeschooling curricula, tutoring, therapies, or other approved educational expenses. This gives real choice to parents who feel their local public school isn't the best fit. The program helps thousands of students, especially those with special needs, from lower-income families, or in underperforming districts. It expands opportunity without raising overall taxes. When funding follows the child, public schools face healthy pressure to improve."For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2026
Should New Hampshire’s anti-discrimination law allow segregation based on biological sex in some settings, such as bathrooms and locker rooms?
"Biological sex is a clear, objective distinction that protects privacy, safety, and fairness, especially for women and girls. New Hampshire's anti-discrimination laws should respect these biological realities rather than gender identity."Against| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2026
Should New Hampshire ban abortions during the first trimester (e.g. after 6 weeks gestation)?
"New Hampshire should enact stronger protections for unborn children throughout pregnancy."Against| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2026
Should New Hampshire ban abortions during the second trimester (e.g. after 15 weeks gestation)?
"New Hampshire should enact stronger protections for unborn children throughout pregnancy."Against| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2026
Should NH add an income tax on earned income?
"NH ranks very high in tax competitiveness, economic freedom, and migration attractiveness (people and businesses moving in). No income tax helps keep it a low-tax outlier in high-tax New England. Recent rankings put it among the top states for taxpayer ROI and business climate."For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2026
Should New Hampshire lower business taxes?
"Lower rates attract businesses, encourage expansion, and boost investment. NH competes with other low-tax states; cuts help retain and draw companies away from high-tax New England neighbors (MA, CT, etc.). Recent Tax Foundation rankings highlight NH's strengths partly due to its tax structure. Further business tax relief would improve its position for entrepreneurship and headquarters relocations. A business tax decrease helps small businesses, pass-through entities (common in NH), and overall job creation. Revenue can often be offset by growth (dynamic scoring) and spending restraint."Other| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2026
Should the state do more to encourage municipalities to remove zoning barriers to housing development?
"I believe zoning decisions should remain at the local level, where town officials best understand their communities and can preserve each town's unique character."For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2026
Should New Hampshire do more to encourage the development of nuclear power, including small modular reactors (SMR), in the state?
"Nuclear provides steady 24/7 electricity, unlike intermittent solar/wind. This strengthens energy security and reliability for homes and businesses. Nuclear development (especially SMRs) could bring high-paying jobs, tax revenue, and attract tech/engineering investment to NH. SMRs are smaller, factory-built, and potentially easier to site than traditional large plants. Reduces reliance on imported energy and volatile fossil fuels. Long-term, it can help keep electricity costs stable."Against| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2025
Do you support legislation to expand the net energy metering system capacity cap from 1 MW to 5 MW for all residential and commercial customers in New Hampshire?
"I prefer market-driven energy solutions over policies that artificially favor certain technologies. NH should focus on reliable, affordable energy (including hydro, nuclear if viable, or natural gas) rather than expanding subsidies or mandates for renewables."No Response
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2026
Should New Hampshire restore funding for the Office of the Child Advocate?
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2026
Should New Hampshire guarantee the right to access abortion before 24 weeks?
"New Hampshire should enact stronger protections for unborn children throughout pregnancy."Against| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2026
Should New Hampshire reinstate the interest and dividends tax?
"The repeal of the Interest and Dividends Tax made NH a true no-income-tax state (no tax on wages, salaries, or investment income). This strengthened its ranking as one of the most tax-competitive states nationally (often top 5), boosting appeal for retirees, investors, and businesses."For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2026
Do you support New Hampshire’s current system of public school funding, with about two-thirds of total funding coming from local property taxes?
"Property tax funding keeps decisions closer to communities. Towns and cities have strong incentives to manage school spending efficiently since residents directly feel the impact on their tax bills. This model has been the foundation of NH education funding for generations. It aligns with the state's emphasis on local governance and 'live free or die' philosophy — avoiding heavy reliance on state-level taxes or mandates. Shifting more funding to the state level often leads to pressure for new or higher taxes (e.g., income or sales taxes) to cover the gap. Supporting the current system helps resist those shifts."Against| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2026
Should New Hampshire legalize the recreational use of marijuana by allowing home-growing and private use without sales?
"Recreational legalization often leads to increased use, especially among our youth, higher rates of impaired driving, mental health issues, and dependency. NH already has medical marijuana — expanding to recreational adds unnecessary risks. Evidence shows broader availability can increase usage of other substances and strain public resources (treatment, law enforcement, lost productivity). The legislature should focus on more pressing issues like property taxes, education, and economic growth rather than expanding access to recreational drugs."Against| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2026
Should New Hampshire legalize the recreational use of marijuana by licensing growers and private retail locations?
"Recreational legalization often leads to increased use, especially among our youth, higher rates of impaired driving, mental health issues, and dependency. NH already has medical marijuana — expanding to recreational adds unnecessary risks. Evidence shows broader availability can increase usage of other substances and strain public resources (treatment, law enforcement, lost productivity). The legislature should focus on more pressing issues like property taxes, education, and economic growth rather than expanding access to recreational drugs."Against| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2026
Should New Hampshire legalize the recreational use of marijuana by establishing state-run cannabis stores?
"Recreational legalization often leads to increased use, especially among our youth, higher rates of impaired driving, mental health issues, and dependency. NH already has medical marijuana — expanding to recreational adds unnecessary risks. Evidence shows broader availability can increase usage of other substances and strain public resources (treatment, law enforcement, lost productivity). The legislature should focus on more pressing issues like property taxes, education, and economic growth rather than expanding access to recreational drugs."For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2026
Should New Hampshire require new voters to provide proof of U.S. citizenship, such as a birth certificate or passport, when registering to vote?
"We must protect the integrity of our elections. Only U. S. citizens should be voting in our elections."For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2026
Should New Hampshire allow at least 10% of students in each school district to enroll in a different public school, regardless of where they live?
"Families can access better-fitting schools (e.g., for academics, programs, or safety) without moving. This pressures underperforming schools to improve. The 10% cap prevents overwhelming popular schools while still providing real options."Against| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2026
Should New Hampshire repeal the ban on abortion after 24 weeks gestation?
"New Hampshire should enact stronger protections for unborn children throughout pregnancy."Against| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2026
Should state law cap how much local school districts can increase their budget each year?
"I oppose a rigid cap imposed by the state legislature. I prefer the approach of HB1300. This bill (which Governor Ayotte signed into law in July 2026) requires communities to vote on a local school tax cap question during the November 2026 and 2028 general elections. It gives voters a direct say rather than the legislature forcing a cap. It also includes limits on central office administrative expenses (e.g., capping them at around 6% of the budget) while protecting classroom instruction."Against| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2026
Should NH pass stricter gun control laws?
"I support enforcing existing laws rather than new restrictions on law-abiding citizens."
