2017 Republican Caucus Rules
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News & Updates
Belknap County District 3 (Laconia) Special Election Scheduled
The Governor and Executive Council, at their meeting held on Wednesday, October 25, 2017, approved the Precept to hold a SPECIAL ELECTION for STATE REPRESENTATIVE from BELKNAP COUNTY DISTRICT NO. 3. (Laconia Wards 1-6) Filing Period: Candidates can file with the Laconia City Clerk on Monday, October 30th or Tuesday October 31st OR candidates can file with the Secretary of State Monday, October 30th through …
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House Majority Leader Responds to Fiscal Committee Approval of Medicaid Expansion Work Requirement Waiver Application
CONCORD- House Majority Leader Richard Hinch (R-Merrimack) released the following statement in response to the Joint Legislative Fiscal Committee approving the application for a waiver on the work requirement for those participating in the expanded Medicaid program. The committee approved the waiver application by a voice vote. “This provision protects taxpayers and provides an incentive …
In Memoriam: Rep. Ron Belanger
It is with great sadness today that we inform you of the passing of Rep. Ron Belanger of Salem. We learned of his passing this afternoon. Ron was serving his 13th term representing the people of Salem and had served in various leadership roles during his tenure. Ron was also very involved in his community, …
Jasper statement regarding charges against Rep. Schleien
The following statement was released this morning by House Speaker Shawn Jasper in response to sexual assault charges made against Rep. Erick Schleien (r-Hudson) by the Rockingham County Attorney’s Office. “Anytime one of our members faces charges such as these we take it very seriously. The fact that the accusations against Rep. Schleien involve a …
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2017-2018 House Deadlines
The following deadlines have been adopted by the House for 2017 and 2018. Filing period for new legislation: Wednesday, September 6, 2017 First day to file LSRs for 2018 Friday, September 22, 2017 Last day to file LSRs (4:00 p.m.) Friday, October 27, 2017 Last day to sign off LSRs (4:00 p.m.) Retained Bills: Thursday, …
Information from today’s Joint Presentation on the Committee of Conference Amended Budget Bills
Click here to watch the joint presentation on the budget bills with members of House and Senate Finance and the Legislative Budget Assistant. Click here for the HB 144 and HB 517 Committee of Conference Budget Briefing document.
Republican Review – May 26, 2017
Republican Review Vol 3 Issue 16
2017 House Committee of Conference Procedures
The Chairmen of the policy committees will receive bills amended by the Senate and should check with their committees to determine whether to recommend that the House concur, non-concur, or non-concur and request a Committee of Conference. When a committee requests that the bill be sent to a Committee of Conference, the Chairman will recommend …
How to Contact Your State Representative
The New Hampshire General Court website has a complete listing of House members and their preferred contact information. Please visit http://gencourt.state.nh.us/house/members/memberlookup.aspx Choose the name of the Representative you are trying to reach, and you will be directed to their dedicated web page. To find a Representative by geographic location, please visit http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/members/wml.aspx
Statement by Speaker Shawn Jasper upon learning of the passing of Rep. Steve Vaillancourt of Manchester
“It is with great sadness that we learned this morning of the sudden passing of Rep. Steve Vaillancourt of Manchester. We will remember Steve as an outstanding orator and a man who was certainly dedicated to his principles. He was serving his 10th term in the NH House, representing the voters of Ward 8 in Manchester. …
House Speaker, Finance Chair Announce Property Tax Relief, Infrastructure Aid in House Budget
CONCORD – House Speaker Shawn Jasper and leaders of the House Finance Committee today announced details of two initiatives to be included in the House version of the state budget bills that will focus on returning money back to cities and towns. In addition to existing programs directing funds to municipalities for education funding, meals …
House Approves “Croydon Bill”
3 Democrats joined with 98% of House Republicans to pass HB557, relative to school attendance in towns with no public schools, by a vote of 186-163. House Education Committee Chair Rick Ladd (R-Haverhill): “There is no provision in our constitution or on the long line of Claremont cases that only public schools are constitutionally adequate. Private …
House Majority Leader’s Statement on Defeat of Bill Allocating Electors Based on National Popular Vote
CONCORD- House Majority Leader Richard “Dick” Hinch (R-Merrimack) issued the following statement relative to the defeat of HB 447, relative to allocating electoral college electors based on the national popular vote. The bill was defeated by a vote of 234-132 “We’re pleased the House rejected Democrat sponsored legislation that would have diminished New Hampshire’s role …
House Passes Election Law Reform Bills
CONCORD- House Majority Leader Richard “Dick” Hinch (R-Merrimack) issued the following statement relative to the passage of election law reform legislation in the House, seeking to strengthen the integrity of our state elections. “Republicans in the House are proud to contribute to the effort to maintain New Hampshire’s electoral integrity. The passage of several bills …