Neil Misra

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?

"Every parent believes in providing a quality education for their child. As a product of the Salem school district myself, I recognize the need for a strong, robust public school system to ensure every single child receives the excellent education they deserve. About 90% of NH children attend public schools, so it is crucial that our public schools are adequately funded. Unfortunately, state Republicans have gone out of their way to introduce a reckless "school voucher" program that siphons taxpayer money away from public schools and gifts that money to private schools. 90% of the voucher program's participants were ALREADY enrolled in private school to begin with. What's worse, this irresponsible program is already catastrophically over budget. Republicans earmarked $130,000 for the program--it has actually cost $9 million to date, meaning that it is a whopping 6000% over the original budget. It is the taxpayer who will ultimately bear the burden of this profligate disaster. Taxpayer dollars should not be used to subsidize private school fees at the expense of our renowned public school system. If elected, I will introduce legislation to abolish this wasteful voucher policy and restore fiscal responsibility to our state's finances. Together, we can secure quality schools and a brighter future for our children."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

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

"People should have the right to dictate their own private medical decisions. However, Republicans in the state legislature have repeatedly sought to implement measures that restrict bodily autonomy. This year, they introduced a bill that would have banned abortions beyond 6 weeks (HB 1477). Many individuals don't even know they are pregnant at 6 weeks. Republicans also introduced a sickening bill that would effectively give a prospective father the legal right to 'veto' a pregnant woman's right to an abortion (HB 1181). Such legislative policies represent an outrageous infringement on our rights. If elected, I will fight tirelessly to ensure that the right to an abortion ALWAYS remains protected and legal in the state of New Hampshire."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

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

"People should have the right to dictate their own private medical decisions. However, Republicans in the state legislature have repeatedly sought to implement measures that restrict bodily autonomy. This year, they introduced a bill that would have banned abortions beyond 6 weeks (HB 1477). Many individuals don't even know they are pregnant at 6 weeks. Republicans also introduced a sickening bill that would effectively give a prospective father the legal right to 'veto' a pregnant woman's right to an abortion (HB 1181). Such legislative policies represent an outrageous infringement on our rights. If elected, I will fight tirelessly to ensure that the right to an abortion ALWAYS remains protected and legal in the state of New Hampshire."

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?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should NH add a broad-based sales tax?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

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

"For"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should New Hampshire lower business taxes?

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?

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?

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?

"I would go further and support increasing the renewable energy target above 25%."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

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

"People should have the right to dictate their own private medical decisions. However, Republicans in the state legislature have repeatedly sought to implement measures that restrict bodily autonomy. This year, they introduced a bill that would have banned abortions beyond 6 weeks (HB 1477). Many individuals don't even know they are pregnant at 6 weeks. Republicans also introduced a sickening bill that would effectively give a prospective father the legal right to 'veto' a pregnant woman's right to an abortion (HB 1181). Such legislative policies represent an outrageous infringement on our rights. If elected, I will fight tirelessly to ensure that the right to an abortion ALWAYS remains protected and legal in the state of New Hampshire."

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?

"74% of Granite Staters agree that adult-use cannabis should be legal in the state of New Hampshire. In spite of this broad public support, our current state legislators have failed to deliver on legalization. Research shows that the legalization of adult-use cannabis could raise over $44 million in revenue for our state. The economic and fiscal benefits of legalization are clear. Nevertheless, New Hampshire remains an 'island' in the region--we are the only state in New England without legal cannabis. All this money WE could be making is escaping across our borders to OTHER neighboring states. It does not have to be this way. If elected, I will introduce a responsible, common sense legalization bill that will correct this absurd irregularity. Through legalization, we will generate millions in revenue for our state and simultaneously bolster personal freedoms."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

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

"74% of Granite Staters agree that adult-use cannabis should be legal in the state of New Hampshire. In spite of this broad public support, our current state legislators have failed to deliver on legalization. Research shows that the legalization of adult-use cannabis could raise over $44 million in revenue for our state. The economic and fiscal benefits of legalization are clear. Nevertheless, New Hampshire remains an 'island' in the region--we are the only state in New England without legal cannabis. All this money WE could be making is escaping across our borders to OTHER neighboring states. It does not have to be this way. If elected, I will introduce a responsible, common sense legalization bill that will correct this absurd irregularity. Through legalization, we will generate millions in revenue for our state and simultaneously bolster personal freedoms."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

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

"74% of Granite Staters agree that adult-use cannabis should be legal in the state of New Hampshire. In spite of this broad public support, our current state legislators have failed to deliver on legalization. Research shows that the legalization of adult-use cannabis could raise over $44 million in revenue for our state. The economic and fiscal benefits of legalization are clear. Nevertheless, New Hampshire remains an 'island' in the region--we are the only state in New England without legal cannabis. All this money WE could be making is escaping across our borders to OTHER neighboring states. It does not have to be this way. If elected, I will introduce a responsible, common sense legalization bill that will correct this absurd irregularity. Through legalization, we will generate millions in revenue for our state and simultaneously bolster personal freedoms."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should New Hampshire raise the minimum wage?

"NH is the only state in the region that uses the federal minimum wage. This puts us at a competitive disadvantage. We need to raise the minimum wage to better support our workers."

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?

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

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

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?

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

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

"People should have the right to dictate their own private medical decisions. However, Republicans in the state legislature have repeatedly sought to implement measures that restrict bodily autonomy. This year, they introduced a bill that would have banned abortions beyond 6 weeks (HB 1477). Many individuals don't even know they are pregnant at 6 weeks. Republicans also introduced a sickening bill that would effectively give a prospective father the legal right to 'veto' a pregnant woman's right to an abortion (HB 1181). Such legislative policies represent an outrageous infringement on our rights. If elected, I will fight tirelessly to ensure that the right to an abortion ALWAYS remains protected and legal in the state of New Hampshire."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022

Should NH pass stricter gun control laws?

"We need 'common sense' gun regulations (such as expanded background checks) to protect our schools and our communities."