Lorrie J. Carey
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Position on Issues
Against| Read My Position
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?
"We have not fully funded public education in the State of NH and until the State honors its constitutional commitment to fully fund public education, which will reduce local property taxes, there should be no new State funded education programs. Fund obligations first - this includes fully funding public education, Special Education mandates and other educational mandates as dictated by the NH Department of Education. Do not make Administrative Rules, programs or laws without fully funding them with a specific revenue source."
Against| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should New Hampshire ban abortion after 20 weeks gestation, with exceptions for cases of rape/incest and health complications?
"I oppose a ban on abortion after 20 weeks gestation, even with exceptions for cases of rape/incest and health complications."
Against| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire ban abortion after 24 weeks gestation, with exceptions for cases of rape/incest and health complications?
"This is the decision of a doctor and a patient, not the decision of the legislature."
For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should NH pursue expanded commuter rail?
"I support expanded commuter rail."
Undecided| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should NH limit terms for elected officials?
"I am undecided on this issue."
Other| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should NH increase funding for heroin treatment programs?
"Increasing funding does not necessarily increase results. Funding for heroin treatment programs must go to certified programs with a record of success. Funding is needed to provide better access to treatment programs by providing transportation to/from programs or mobile units to rural areas."
Against| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Should New Hampshire ban abortions during the first trimester (e.g. after 6 weeks gestation)?
"This questionnaire seems to focus a lot upon banning ideas and actions. In the case of abortion, this is none of the government's business. This is a medical decision made by a woman in consultation with her doctor. It may also be a religious decision, again, not the Government's concern. The role of government is not to restrict an individual's access to medical care. This is a personal health decision."
Against| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Should New Hampshire ban abortions during the second trimester (e.g. after 15 weeks gestation)?
"This questionnaire seems to focus a lot upon banning ideas and actions. In the case of abortion, this is none of the government's business. This is a medical decision made by a woman in consultation with her doctor. It may also be a religious decision, again, not the Government's concern. The role of government is not to restrict an individual's access to medical care. This is a personal health decision."
For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
Was NH right to ban hand-held cell phone use while driving?
"Any cell phone use is distracting and should be restricted other than in exceptional cases, like an emergency."
Other| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Should New Hampshire ban discussions about sexual orientation and gender identity in grades K-3?
"Sexual orientation and gender identity in grades K-3 is not required by NH State law in RSA 186:10 and 11. Health curriculum in the State of NH focuses upon age appropriate issues. At this age, hygiene is a major focus. There is an 'opt out' option for any parent who does not wish their child to participate in health education. I hope the schools will continue to be a safe place for children to discuss their feelings and that parents will feel comfortable expressing their thoughts with teachers and teachers with parents. Banning discussions does not mean issues no longer exist. Parents, teachers and children need to have an safe environment where all concerns are heard and respected."
Against| Read My Position
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"?
"Freedom includes the freedom to express all ideas. The minute we begin banning ideas, we begin restricting people's freedom of speech and expression. A Democracy allows the freedom of expression which is what makes democracies unique from other forms of government. It is important to debate all sides of an issue to come to an understanding or a belief that is your own. Parents have the responsibility to teach their beliefs at home. If we ban certain topics at school, what is next? Banning discussion at home?"
Undecided| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Should NH add an income tax on earned income?
"We need to explore this issue as well to make sure we are thorough and comprehensive in seeking alternatives to high property taxes. Small business owners already pay income taxes in the form of the Business Enterprise Tax, so we would be remiss to pretend we do not already have an income tax in NH."
Undecided| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Should NH add a broad-based sales tax?
"Each side of an issue must be explored for it's pros and cons in order to come to a valid decision. We know that people are being taxed out of their houses. There needs to be an alternative to high property taxes. All possible solutions should be considered."
Undecided| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Should New Hampshire add a tax credit for businesses that contribute to student loan repayment for employees?
"On the surface, this sounds like a great idea. However, when a business receives a credit, this is a reduction in the taxes it pays to the State, and therefore, a reduction in state revenue. What would the cost of this program be and how many businesses and employees might take advantage of this program. Should there be a limit to the total amount of credit each business requests?"
Undecided| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Should New Hampshire lower business taxes?
"In lowering any tax, there is an impact on state revenues. The belief, in regards to lowering business taxes is that there is a positive trickle down effect. This is not necessarily true - the cigarette tax is an example of that. As a State, we have taxed rooms & meals at a higher rate, then lowered the rate out of concern for tourists. We need a clear policy and goal for taxation with projected impacts and returns."
Undecided| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire add a tax on capital gains?
"Undecided"
Undecided| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire increase the tax on cigarettes?
"Undecided"
For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Should New Hampshire government do more to address climate change?
"We can be proactive or we can be reactive. I prefer to be proactive. The climate is changing and we can do our part to make a difference. Alternative energy sources help provide new industries and jobs in our state along with having a positive impact upon the climate."
Other| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2016
Should NH continue to base statewide assessments on Common Core standards?
"Common Core provides minimum standards which all children must achieve across the country. I would hope that NH would seek to set higher standards than Common Core."
Undecided| Read My Position
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?
"Why would we want to deny anyone their constitutional right to vote? I could see where this might make the result of elections very long and drawn out waiting for documents and appeals of the process. What if the individual lacks 'identifying' documents either because they do not have them or have access to them or cannot afford to get them. Would we have the legal right to throw out someone's vote? Is this a solution searching for a problem?"
Other| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
Should NH decriminalize small amounts of marijuana?
"We should revise the present law on marijuana possession to make it less punitive."
Undecided| Read My Position
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?
"This is an equity issue. People with gas propelled vehicles pay more in gas tax than people with hybrid or all electric vehicles. Overall, road tax revenues to maintain the roads have declined as vehicles have become more efficient. If the plan is to have all vehicles which use the road contribute to the cost of maintaining the roads, then there must be some way to capture that 'lost' revenue with an electric vehicle. Perhaps this could be done annually, when the vehicle is registered based upon annual mileage. Another fee for Town Clerks to manage, however, if we do nothing, the state, cities and towns will have less and less road revenue to maintain more new and more aging infrastructure."
For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire add restrictions to the governor's powers during a state of emergency?
"For"
Against| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Should the state do more to encourage municipalities to remove zoning barriers to housing development?
"I believe in local control. Each community in our state is different. Each community should have the training and tools to make the best planning and zoning decisions for their own community. The State should provide education and resources to train communities about zoning and planning, but the communities should each decide what is best for their community. Some communities will welcome more development, some will want to retain more open space. We need both."
For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2016
Should NH broaden campaign finance disclosure laws?
"I support broader campaign finance disclosure laws."
For| Read My Position
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?
"We have always been a state which has valued self-sufficiency. Moving to home grown, renewable energy sources is the NH way. Protecting our clean air and water is the NH way. Not being dependent upon others to provide our energy is a goal we should strive to achieve."
For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Should New Hampshire guarantee the right to access abortion before 24 weeks?
"This questionnaire seems to focus a lot upon banning ideas and actions. In the case of abortion, this is none of the government's business. This is a medical decision made by a woman in consultation with her doctor. It may also be a religious decision, again, not the Government's concern. The role of government is not to restrict an individual's access to medical care. This is a personal health decision."
Other| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
Should NH provide more funding for charter schools?
"I would support additional targeted funding if it came from a new revenue source, not from funds for public education"
Other| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2016
Should NH increase law enforcement policies and penalties for heroin-related offenses?
"Penalties should be increased for dealers."
For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
Should NH increase tolls and/or add new toll booths?
Possible revenue sources: "Tolls on I-93 (Mass Border), Gasoline Tax, Income Tax, Alcoholic Beverage Tax"
For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire increase public access to reports of police misconduct?
"For"
For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Do you support the option of mail-in ballots for all voters, not just absentees?
"Voting should be made easy and accessible to engage as many voters as possible."
Undecided| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should NH legalize the recreational use of marijuana?
"Undecided"
Undecided| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Should New Hampshire legalize the recreational use of marijuana by allowing home-growing and private use without sales?
"NH legalized Marijuana for medical use and decriminalized having small quantities.Every year there are a number of bills presented to legalize marijuana, but other than the aforementioned, they never pass. Part of the issue is enforcement and the cost of enforcement. The Law Enforcement community has not been in favor of legalization."
Undecided| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Should New Hampshire legalize the recreational use of marijuana by licensing growers and private retail locations?
"NH legalized Marijuana for medical use and decriminalized having small quantities.Every year there are a number of bills presented to legalize marijuana, but other than the aforementioned, they never pass. Part of the issue is enforcement and the cost of enforcement. The Law Enforcement community has not been in favor of legalization."
Undecided| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Should New Hampshire legalize the recreational use of marijuana by establishing state-run cannabis stores?
"NH legalized Marijuana for medical use and decriminalized having small quantities.Every year there are a number of bills presented to legalize marijuana, but other than the aforementioned, they never pass. Part of the issue is enforcement and the cost of enforcement. The Law Enforcement community has not been in favor of legalization."
Undecided| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Was New Hampshire right to continue expanded Medicaid eligibility, using the traditional Medicaid system of managed care instead of private insurance?
"I am undecided on this issue."
For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2016
Was NH right to expand Medicaid eligibility, using private insurance wherever possible?
"I support NH's expanded Medicaid program."
For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Should New Hampshire raise the minimum wage?
"I ask you, how many businesses do you know who can hire anyone at the Federal Minimum wage? Even McDonald's and Dunkin Donuts are offering $14 and up for wages. We have always done things the NH way. We need to set a minimum wage which is appropriate for the businesses of our state. Currently, we have none, which means we defer to the Federal minimum. Time to set a NH Minimum Wage."
Against| Read My Position
Project Vote Smart Survey, 2014
Identifies as pro-choice
Against| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
Do employees in NH need more legal protections in the workplace?
"Our employment laws are generally adequate as they are."
Other| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should NH do more to enforce federal immigration laws?
"Is this a solution looking for a problem?"
For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
Should NH add restrictions on welfare recipients?
Regarding drug tests for welfare recipients: "I support such legislation."
For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire increase the size of solar panel installations that may participate in net energy metering?
"For"
For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire increase subsidies and tax credits for business investment?
"For"
Against| Read My Position
Voting Record, 2014
Voted to repeal the death penalty (HB 1170)
Other| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2016
Should NH allow the Northern Pass to proceed with some (not all) of the lines buried?
"People impacted by Northern Pass construction have been clear - they want the lines buried."
For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire increase the base amount of per-pupil funding it provides to local school districts?
"For"
For| Read My Position
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?
"Local taxes have gone up due to the reduction in state revenue sharing. State Government should stop downshifting and honor its commitment to local governments. The initial intent of the revenue sharing statute, RSA 31-A, was to 'return a certain portion of the general revenues of the state to the cities and towns for their unrestricted use'. Revenue Sharing was suspended in 2010-2021. That was wrong. Local governments should be getting a 40% share of Rooms & Meals, but last year, we got about 23% after a high of 29%. That is wrong. State Government should stop balancing its budget on the backs of local taxpayers and honor its revenue obligations to towns and cities."
Undecided| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Do you support the gradual phase-out of the Interests and Dividends tax?
"What would the cost, in terms of revenues for the State, be for a phase out of Interests and Dividends? How many people does this tax currently impact and how many people benefit from the proceeds? Any time a revenue source is cut, another revenue source must be found. What would the alternative for this tax be?"
Other| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Is police brutality an issue in NH?
"I believe all law enforcement should have annual training (provided by the State) in the same manner that public school teachers are required to have annual professional development so that all officers are well trained. Body cameras protect the officer and the public and should be standard equipment."
Against| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Do you support Gov. Sununu's proposal to allow employers and employees to opt-in to a private, paid family and medical leave insurance plan, based on a pool of state employees, excluding coverage for personal illness?
"This is not sustainable. Any successful insurance plan requires a broad base to be sustainable and successful."
Against| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
Should NH continue to use property taxes instead of a new broad-based tax, such as an income tax?
Possible revenue sources: "Tolls on I-93 (Mass Border), Gasoline Tax, Income Tax, Alcoholic Beverage Tax"
Against| Read My Position
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?
"The ability of each community to provide an education for its students should not be dependent upon the property value of the community. Communities with low property values end up having high local taxes and less funding for education, think Claremont or Berlin whereas communities with high property values have lower school taxes and are able to provide better facilities and opportunities, think New Castle or Moultonborough. Where you live should not define the type of education you receive in NH. All NH children deserve to have an equivalent education and each community should be taxed in an equivalent manner. It is time for the State to honor our state constitution and fund education."
For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire continue to participate in the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, which requires utilities to purchase allowances for every ton of carbon they emit?
"For"
For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should New Hampshire maintain the renewable portfolio standard, which requires public utilities in New Hampshire to obtain a certain percentage of electricity from renewable energy sources (25% by 2025)?
"I support the renewable portfolio standard in New Hampshire."
For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Should New Hampshire repeal the ban on abortion after 24 weeks gestation?
"This questionnaire seems to focus a lot upon banning ideas and actions. In the case of abortion, this is none of the government's business. This is a medical decision made by a woman in consultation with her doctor. It may also be a religious decision, again, not the Government's concern. The role of government is not to restrict an individual's access to medical care. This is a personal health decision."
Against| Read My Position
Concord Monitor Candidate Profile, 2014
"No. The controversy has been focused on the definition of marriage. The larger question is: Does one have a right to marry who one chooses? I believe we each have that right and make that decision based upon our individual beliefs."
For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
Should NH require car insurance for some or all drivers?
"I believe auto insurance should sometimes be required."
For| Read My Position
Concord Monitor Candidate Profile, 2014
"No. Medical decisions should be made between a patient and a doctor, not by an employer and not by the Legislature. As a mother of four, I would not be in favor of legislation which denies a very basic health care need such as contraception"
For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
Should NH require labels on some or all genetically modified foods?
"I support appropriate labeling of some GMO foods."
Against| Read My Position
Concord Monitor Candidate Profile, 2014
On Voter ID law: "No. I do not approve of the law as it is currently written. A well-thought-out law would include the expertise of the moderators and town clerks for their perspectives on how to prevent voter fraud (if this indeed is the purpose). This did not occur."
Against| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
Should NH pass right-to-work legislation?
"Right to Work legislation is unnecessary."
Undecided| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire create a road usage fee?
"Undecided"
Other| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should New Hampshire government do more to increase the supply of affordable housing?
"The State should provide incentives, through reduced taxation, for the redevelopment of blighted areas, as well as providing an expedited permitting process for the rehabilitation of historic properties so they can be used for affordable housing while maintaining the historic character of the local community."
For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2016
What is your opinion on the state providing some funding for Planned Parenthood?
"I support the state providing some funding for Planned Parenthood."
Other| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
State role in economic growth
"Yes, the state should do more: tax incentives to encourage job creation at living wages- especially jobs appealing to retain younger workers in our state."
Against| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should NH continue to administer statewide standards-based student assessments?
"I oppose New Hampshire continuing to administer statewide standards-based student assessments."
For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire create a statewide family and medical leave program, paid for with a percentage of employee wages, with no opt-out?
"The more participants, the lower the cost of the insurance."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Should NH pass stricter gun control laws?
"NH's gun laws are some of the least restrictive in the country. We don't require a permit to carry a concealed, loaded gun or to open carry. There are no magazine restrictions.You can build your own firearms. We have 'Stand Your Ground' and Castle Doctrine. However, surprisingly, pepper spray is illegal to purchase, use or carry. If we truly believe that all gun tragedies are the result of mental health issues, than we need to close the loopholes in background checks and create a better system to check backgrounds. This includes implementing a red flag law."
For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire provide student loan debt repayment programs for workers in industries with labor shortages?
"For"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire add tax incentives for affordable housing development?
"For"
Against| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire allocate tax revenues for private and home schooling costs?
"Against"
Undecided| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2016
Should parents be allowed to opt their children out of the NH immunization/vaccination registry?
"I am undecided on this issue."
Other| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should NH impose strict residency requirements on registering to vote?
"If you want people to vote- and the percentage of those who do vote is very low- why would you want to put more restrictions on voters? If the voter is legally domiciled in NH, he/she should be encouraged to vote."
For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
Should NH restrict further wind power development?
"I support such a moratorium on commercial wind towers at the present time until the state studies the matter."
Voting Record
SB 263 (2023)
Permanently reauthorizes the New Hampshire Granite Advantage Health Care Program, commonly known as expanded Medicaid. Previous law ended the program on December 31, 2023. This bill also reestablishes and revises the commission to evaluate the New Hampshire Granite Advantage Health Care Program, commonly known as expanded Medicaid.
HB 10 (2023)
Establishes a parental bill of rights. Some of the parental rights in this bill include:
"The right to direct the education and care of his or her minor child"
"The right to be physically present at any health care facility ... at which their minor child is receiving hospital care"
"The right to consent in writing before a biometric scan of his or her minor child is made, shared, or stored"
HB 59 (2023)
Requires commercial sales and transfers of firearms to take place through licensed dealers. Those dealers are required to perform background checks.
HB 367 (2023)
Increases the maximum household income limit for participation in the Education Freedom Account program, from 300% to 500% of the federal poverty guidelines. The Education Freedom Account program allows families to spend the state's per-pupil share of education funding on private or home school expenses.
The House amended the bill to only increase the income limit to 350% of the federal poverty guidelines.
HB 639 (2023)
Legalizes marijuana for adults over age twenty-one. The bill allows limited home-growing of marijuana. A new Cannabis Commission would oversee licensing and regulations related to the manufacture, testing, and sale of legal marijuana. Cannabis sales would be taxed under the Meals and Rooms tax system. Alternative Treatment Centers, which currently serve the state's medical marijuana patients, would be allowed to apply for a "dual use certificate" that allows them to participate in recreational marijuana business. Towns could limit marijuana businesses.
HB 567 (2023)
Requires at least 30 days written notice for a rent increase. Large, multi-unit rental owners must provide at least 60 days notice. If the rent increase is over 15%, large multi-unit landlords must provide at least 6 months notice.
SB 272 (2023)
Establishes a parental bill of rights in education. Some of the parental rights in this bill include:
"The right to access and review all medical records of a child maintained by a school or school personnel"
"The right to inquire of the school or school personnel and to be truthfully and completely informed if the child is being identified or referred to by school district staff, as being of a gender other than that of which the child was identified or referred when enrolled"
HB 2 (2023)
State budget bill (part 2). The governor presented his proposal for the next state budget February 14. The House and Senate both made changes to that proposal. Click here to read a summary of the 2023 budget process.
HB 208 (2023)
Establishes greenhouse gas emission reduction goals for the state, to net zero by 2050. This bill also requires the Department of Environmental Services to develop a climate action plan by July 1, 2024, that includes evaluation of best available information, considers inclusion of strategies, programs and compliance mechanisms with measurable goals and targets, considers opportunities to encourage investment in low/moderate income, rural and minority communities, makes recommendations on retraining and apprenticeship opportunities, and coordinates with other state agencies.
HB 106 (2023)
Establishes a procedure for issuing "extreme risk protection orders" to protect against persons who pose an immediate risk of harm to themselves or others. An extreme risk protection order would restrict a person's access to firearms, and is also known as a "red flag law."
HB 557 (2023)
Removes the authority of the Department of Health and Human Services to require vaccinations beyond those in state law. This bill specifically notes that the requirements for chickenpox, Hepatitis B, and Hib vaccinations will expire in 2026.
HB 523 (2023)
Increases the maximum electric generating capacity to participate in net energy metering, from one to five megawatts. This bill also modifies the transition of tariffs applicable to some customer-generators.
HB 57 (2023)
Gradually raises the minimum wage to $15 per hour over the next three years, with future adjustments based on the consumer price index. This bill also raises the tipped minimum wage from 45% to 50% of the regular minimum wage. Lastly, this bill allows a minimum wage of $8 per hour for youth under age 18 for the first six months of employment.
HB 224 (2023)
Repeals the civil and criminal penalties for health care providers who violate the state's ban on abortion after 24 weeks.
HB 624 (2023)
Requires state and local law enforcement to notify the public before an immigration checkpoint.
SB 319 (2014)
Authorizes "buffer zones" for protestors around reproductive health clinics.
HB 1325 (2014)
Allows physician-assisted suicide.
HB 1633 (2014)
Authorizes one casino in New Hampshire, regulated by the Gaming Commission.
HB 1486 (2014)
Decreases the fine for underage drinking from $300 to $100 on first offense and from $600 to $300 on a subsequent offense.
HB 1294 (2014)
Requires Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield to allow any health provider into their network for the purpose of participating in the online health insurance exchange.
HB 1508 (2014)
Terminates New Hampshire’s participation in the Common Core educational standards.
HB 1625 (2014)
Decriminalizes possession of one ounce or less of marijuana, with additional penalties for violators under age twenty-one.
SB 318 (2014)
Establishes the crime of domestic violence.
SB 413 (2014)
Expands Medicaid eligibility, using private insurance wherever possible.
HB 1403 (2014)
Raises the minimum wage, starting at $9 per hour.
HB 1170 (2014)
Repeals the death penalty.
HB 1602 (2014)
Givies the Public Utilities Commission the power to force PSNH to sell its power plants. This bill also requires the state Site Evaluation Committee to address scenic impacts, sound impacts, fire protection plans, and more when evaluating wind farm proposals.
SB 207 (2014)
“Pay Equity Law,” a bill to combat pay discrimination based on gender, forbidding employers from restricting employees from discussing wages, and allowing a three year deadline to report pay discrimination to the state (current deadline is one year).
HB 1503 (2014)
Originally written to include fetuses eight weeks and older as potential victims under first and second degree murder, manslaughter, negligent homicide, and causing or aiding suicide. The House amended the bill to instead increase penalties for for manslaughter or negligent homicide causing a miscarriage or stillbirth.
HB 1411 (2014)
Sends some of last year's budget surplus to the Department of Health and Human Services.
HB 1360 (2014)
Forbids cell phone use while driving, unless hands-free.
SB 367 (2014)
Increases the gas tax by four-cents per gallon and removes the toll at Exit 12 in Merrimack.
SB 3 (2014)
Removes all tolls in Merrimack.
SB 203 (2014)
Forbids the use of EBT cards or cash from EBT cards for alcohol, tobacco, lottery tickets, firearms, or adult entertainment.
HB 451 (2013)
Increases the length of time for which a license to carry a concealed firearm is valid, and repeals the requirement to obtain a license to carry a concealed firearm.
HB 323 (2013)
Right-to-Work bill that prohibits collective bargaining agreements that require employees to join or contribute to a labor union.
SB 152 (2013)
Authorizes a casino.
SB 153 (2013)
Gives the legislature power to review collective bargaining agreements entered into by the state.
HB 135 (2013)
Limits the use of deadly force, repealing "Stand Your Ground" in favor of the "Castle Doctrine." Under this bill victims could use deadly force within their homes without retreating, but anywhere else they would have to attempt retreat before resorting to deadly force.
HB 1 (2013)
Final 2014-2015 state budget, including increased funding for higher education, increased funding for services for individuals with mental illness and/or other disabilities, no Medicaid expansion, and no gas tax increase.
HB 306 (2013)
Changes RGGI to dedicate some of the proceeds to ratepayer rebates, and lowering the cap on carbon emissions, which will raise the cost of carbon credits to utilities and utility bills to consumers.
HB 271 (2013)
Forbids NH from expanding Medicaid eligibility under the federal Affordable Care Act.
HB 573 (2013)
Allows medicinal use of marijuana, without allowing home growing.
HB 501 (2013)
Sets the state minimum wage at $7.25, in place of federal minimum wage.
HB 630 (2013)
Reallocates proceeds from RGGI to the low-income energy efficiency program.
HB 2 (2013)
Makes various appropriations related to the budget bill, and establishes commissions to study Medicaid expansion and casino regulations.
SB 1 (2013)
Increases the Research and Development tax credit.
SB 163 (2013)
Establishes a commission to recommend legislation to prepare for projected sea level rise and other coastal and coastal watershed hazards.
HB 443 (2013)
Bans prison privatization.
HB 659 (2013)
Increases the tobacco tax.
HB 370 (2013)
Repeals the education tax credit program, in which businesses receive tax breaks for contributing to a scholarship fund for low income students that wish to attend private school.
HB 595 (2013)
Revises 2011 voter ID law to delay requirement that poll workers photograph voters without ID; also allows student ID at polls.
