Aaron R. Gill
Historical Details
Position on Issues
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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."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should NH pursue expanded commuter rail?
"I support expanded commuter rail."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should NH limit terms for elected officials?
"I oppose term limits for New Hampshire elected officials."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should NH increase funding for heroin treatment programs?
"I support increased funding for heroin treatment programs."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2012
Should NH allow binding referendums?
"California is ruled be referendum, and that process has driven the state into constant economic turmoil, and forced endless self interest groups to invade the state every election. We have town meetings in NH, and the largest state delegation of any state. We know our legislators, and we speak our minds. Referendum issues are best discussed with our Reps, who can and often to bring those matters to the full House."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should NH add an income tax on earned income?
"Show me anything more fair than the property tax, that's not a token effort in the House, and I'll support it."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should NH add a broad-based sales tax?
"Show me anything more fair than the property tax, that's not a token effort in the House, and I'll support it."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2016
Should NH authorize one or more casinos?
"I oppose casino gambling in New Hampshire."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2016
Should NH continue to base statewide assessments on Common Core standards?
"I support any standard that challenges students, consistent measuring and improvement of those standards, and local input whenever possible."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2012
Should NH decriminalize small amounts of marijuana?
"Yes, decriminalize marijuana. I oppose the drug war in general. It is a waste of taxpayer money, is ineffective, and has resulted in the largest incarceration of citizens in the advanced world. I would sooner regulate the product to make it safer, and tax it to support NH's general fund."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2012
What differentiates you from your opponents?
"I am not guided by a rigid libertarian ideology, but rather common sense and NH pragmatism. I did not move here as a member of the Free State Project with 1000's of others to get involved in politics and change NH into a libertarian state. I support public education, UNH, collective bargaining, women's access to birth control, mandatory lunch breaks, the minimum wage, compulsory education, the 18 year-old dropout age, kindergarten, NH law enforcement, limits on title loan/payday loan usury rates, licensing for hairdressers etc, and laws that protect minorities from discrimination on any grounds. When these issues were up for vote, my opponent Mark Warden voted against them. I do not support guns in classrooms or the state house, Right-to-Work, nullification, public money for private schools, loosened weapon restrictions for convicted felons, or eliminating NH marriages and replacing them with domestic unions. Mr. Warden voted in favor of all of these things."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2016
Should NH broaden campaign finance disclosure laws?
"I support broader campaign finance disclosure laws."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2012
Should LLCs be subject to the interest and dividends tax?
Opposes LLC tax
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2016
Should NH increase law enforcement policies and penalties for heroin-related offenses?
"I would support such action for sellers/distributors, but favor treatment for those addicted"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should NH legalize the recreational use of marijuana?
"I support marijuana legalization."
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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 support expanded Medicaid eligibility, using the traditional Medicaid system of managed care instead of private insurance."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2016
Was NH right to expand Medicaid eligibility, using private insurance wherever possible?
"I support NH's expanded Medicaid program."
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Candidate's Twitter Feed, 2016
"Why does NH want the lowest min wage in New England?"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should NH do more to enforce federal immigration laws?
"I oppose increased state enforcement of federal immigration laws."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should New Hampshire increase subsidies and tax credits for business investment?
"I am not in favor of adding this expenditure as the cost/benefit ratio is way out of whack. I am a community banker; I make loans to NH small businesses. The universal complaint among them is lack of qualified employees. For this, I would prioritize funding education and infrastructure such as broadband access and commuter rail."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2016
Should NH allow the Northern Pass to proceed with some (not all) of the lines buried?
"I oppose the Northern Pass as currently proposed."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2012
What is your philosophy of government?
"A minimal government is most desirable however, "If men were angels, no government would be necessary."-Alexander Hamilton. Government is there to do what the private sector can't-or wont do. Government can be a great source of societal advancement, given the political will and solidarity of the citizens in reaching a common goal. A lack of government is anarchy, though libertarians would argue otherwise, and I disagree wholeheartedly with their belief that good deeds will ultimately prevail."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Is police brutality an issue in NH?
"I am unaware of ongoing concerns with NH police. In Deering, where I am in my sixth year as Selectman with police oversight, we have no concerns. Our department uses community policing practices and maintains widespread support of their efforts. Deering should be the model statewide."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2012
Should NH continue to use property taxes instead of a new broad-based tax, such as an income tax?
Opposes income and/or sales tax
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
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?
"I support New Hampshire's participation in the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative."
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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."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2012
Should NH repeal same-sex marriage?
"There is nothing about NH's current marriage laws that requires fixing. We are all being treated equally and fairly."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2012
Should NH require car insurance for some or all drivers?
"The allure of federal matching funds is strong. I am not opposed to this concept however, I recognize a large constituency in NH is. I would lean towards opposing the requirement unless I heard otherwise from the voters in my district."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2012
Should businesses that provide insurance be required to cover contraception?
"The NH law in place since 1998 has not been challenged by any religious institution. All NH citizens should have the same access to birth control."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2012
Should NH require motorcycle helmets?
"I would lean towards opposing the requirement unless I heard otherwise from the voters in my district."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2012
Should NH require seat belts?
"I would lean towards opposing the requirement unless I heard otherwise from the voters in my district."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should New Hampshire government do more to increase the supply of affordable housing?
"Show me a plan that harnesses the powers of the free market while embracing NH's spirit of volunteerism and reducing/lateraling existing costs and I'll support whatever it is you're aiming at here."
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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."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2012
Should NH use taxpayer money to build a memorial to the Old Man?
"I require more information to make an informed decision. Anything of the sort would need to be tasteful, and the cost would need to have an equal benefit. I worry the end result would be a tacky scar and cost far too much, however the symbol of NH is sorely missed. As I said, I need more information. I am not opposed, but skeptical."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should NH continue to administer statewide standards-based student assessments?
"Humans are not meant to be judged this way. Let teachers teach."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should NH pass stricter gun control laws?
"I support data collection, keeping guns away from those who shouldn't have them, and concealed carry permits. I am unaware of proposed NH legislation that would fall under 'stricter gun control laws,' but I have no interest in taking guns away from NH residents."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2012
Should NH government switch from a pension system to a 401(k)-style retirement plan?
"ill always be open to ways to improve efficiencies or save costs to NH taxpayers in any situation however, NH must uphold existing contractual arrangements with its employees."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should New Hampshire allocate tax revenues for private and home schooling costs?
"I oppose allocating tax revenues for private and/or home schooling costs."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2016
Should parents be allowed to opt their children out of the NH immunization/vaccination registry?
"Parents should not be allowed to opt their children out of the NH immunization/vaccination registry."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should NH impose strict residency requirements on registering to vote?
"NH GOP already has. Voting participation should be encouraged and celebrated. I believe what the NH GOP has done over the past several cycles has had the opposite effect for no valid reason."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2012
Why are you running?
"I am attracted to public office for the chance to serve my neighbors with honor and decency, to utilize my love for politics, and to reverse many of the nonsensical things that happened in Concord during the past session."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2016
Should NH restrict further wind power development?
"I am for local input. In Deering, we passed a local wind ordinance which allows development if a series of criteria are met, including significant public input. I want to support wind, but not all locations are appropriate. I would favor any legislation that sets up guidelines that includes significant public input, but I also favor renewable energy development. Specific bill language would need to be presented for my firm answer."
