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Position on Issues

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2010

Should NH abolish partisan primaries and adopt the "Top 2" primary system?

"I would look into the possibility and feasibility of this."

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 support a ban on abortion after 20 weeks gestation, with exceptions for cases of rape/incest and health complications."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should New Hampshire ban abortion after 24 weeks gestation, with exceptions for cases of rape/incest and health complications?

"It is a step in the right direction."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018

Should NH pursue expanded commuter rail?

"I oppose expanded commuter rail."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018

Should NH limit terms for elected officials?

"I oppose term limits for New Hampshire elected officials."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018

Should NH increase funding for heroin treatment programs?

"I oppose increased funding for heroin treatment programs."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2010

Should NH allow binding referendums?

Opposes amending the NH constitution to permit citizens to vote on statewide issues in a referendum

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should NH add an income tax on earned income?

"Part 2 article 6 of the NH Constitution spells out what can be taxes. Income is not one of them. An income tax in NH would be unconstitutional."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should NH add a broad-based sales tax?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should New Hampshire lower business taxes?

"If the state wishes to attract businesses, taxes should be lowered."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should New Hampshire add a tax on capital gains?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2010

Should NH authorize one or more casinos?

Opposes the expansion of gambling

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should New Hampshire increase the tax on cigarettes?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2010

Should NH pass a constitutional amendment giving the Legislature more control over the distribution of school funding?

Supports adopting a constitutional amendment that reduces the role of the courts in the school funding challenge

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2010

Should NH decriminalize small amounts of marijuana?

Opposes decriminalizing small amounts of marijuana for adults

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should New Hampshire add restrictions to the governor's powers during a state of emergency?

"For"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2010

Should LLCs be subject to the interest and dividends tax?

Opposes LLC tax

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

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

"NH has some of the highest electric rates in the country. No need to make it worse."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2010

Should NH increase the interest and dividends tax?

Opposes an increase in the I & D tax

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2010

Should NH increase tolls and/or add new toll booths?

Opposes adding tolls on I-93 (Mass. Border)

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should New Hampshire increase public access to reports of police misconduct?

"For"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2010

Should NH continue to allow medicinal marijuana?

Opposes legalizing medicinal marijuana

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

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

"The voter registration lists are so inaccurate. Voter fraud would become more rampant."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should NH legalize the recreational use of marijuana?

"For"

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 oppose expanded Medicaid eligibility, using the traditional system of managed care instead of private insurance."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should New Hampshire raise the minimum wage?

"Raising the minimum wage will make it harder for low skilled workers and younger first time workers to find entry level positions. Employers will be forced to cut back on the number of people hired."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018

Should NH do more to enforce federal immigration laws?

"I support increased state enforcement of federal immigration laws - when assistance is warranted"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should New Hampshire increase the size of solar panel installations that may participate in net energy metering?

"Undecided"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should New Hampshire increase subsidies and tax credits for business investment?

"Against"

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2010

Should NH keep the death penalty?

Opposes repeal of the death penalty

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should New Hampshire increase the base amount of per-pupil funding it provides to local school districts?

"Throwing money at education is not going to solve the problem. Distant learning is the wave of the future and will lower the cost of education."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018

Is police brutality an issue in NH?

"There have been incidences of police brutality, but not like in other places. I do indeed believe the police should have body cameras and the ability to acquire military equipment should not be allowed."

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?

"As long as it is optional for both employers and employees."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2010

Should NH continue to use property taxes instead of a new broad-based tax, such as an income tax?

Opposes a state income tax and/or general sales tax

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?

"This initiative has led to higher rates and therefore NH should bow out."

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 oppose the renewable portfolio standard in New Hampshire."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2010

Should NH repeal same-sex marriage?

Supports repeal of the gay marriage law

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2010

Should NH require car insurance for some or all drivers?

Opposes mandatory car insurance

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2010

Should NH require motorcycle helmets?

Opposes mandatory helmet law for motorcyle riders

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2010

Should NH require seat belts?

Opposes mandatory seat belt law for adults

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2010

Should NH revise the meals and rooms tax?

Opposes local meals and rooms tax

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should New Hampshire create a road usage fee?

"NH residents pay enough with the high gas tax."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018

Should New Hampshire government do more to increase the supply of affordable housing?

"New Hampshire government does not need to do more to increase the supply of affordable housing."

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. Test should be administered at the end of a course at the High School level - much like the NY State Regents exams used to be."

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?

"Unconstitutional. The state should have no part in taking people's hard earned money without their permission."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should NH pass stricter gun control laws?

"Nothing should restrict someone from defending their lives, the lives of their family and their property."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should New Hampshire provide student loan debt repayment programs for workers in industries with labor shortages?

"This amounts to the government picking and choosing favorites."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2010

Should NH government switch from a pension system to a 401(k)-style retirement plan?

Supports reforming retirement benefits for municipal and state employees

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should New Hampshire add tax incentives for affordable housing development?

"This amounts to the government picking and choosing favorites."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020

Should New Hampshire allocate tax revenues for private and home schooling costs?

"The money belongs to the people who earn it; not to the government. Therefore the parents should decide where they want their money spent in regards to their children's education."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018

Should NH impose strict residency requirements on registering to vote?

"New Hampshire should impose strict residency requirements on registering to vote."

Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2010

Should NH restrict further wind power development?

Opposes restricting the use of windmills and windfarms for power generation based on amount of subsidies, aesthetics, or environmental impact: "Amount of subsidies: I do not believe in government subsidies. Environmental Impact: Isn't the use of windmills supposed to be more environmentally friendly anyway?"

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