Calvin Beaulier
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Position on Issues
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
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?
"Yes and this program should be expanded."
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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 support a ban on abortion after 20 weeks gestation, with exceptions for cases of rape/incest and health complications."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire ban abortion after 24 weeks gestation, with exceptions for cases of rape/incest and health complications?
"For"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should NH pursue expanded commuter rail?
"I support expanded commuter rail paid for entirely by private enterprise. I oppose any publicly funded commuter rail scheme that may cost the NH taxpayer money."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should NH limit terms for elected officials?
"I support 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 am in favor of proven effective treatment programs that reduce taxpayer expenses in the long run. Law enforcement alone cannot end the epidemic."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire ban abortions during the first trimester (e.g. after 6 weeks gestation)?
" am in favor of allowing abortion in all cases where it is medically necessary to save the life of the mother. I am also in favor of all medically approved contraceptives and fertility treatments such as IVF being widely available. I am not in favor of elective abortions up until birth with no restrictions."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire ban abortions during the second trimester (e.g. after 15 weeks gestation)?
" am in favor of allowing abortion in all cases where it is medically necessary to save the life of the mother. I am also in favor of all medically approved contraceptives and fertility treatments such as IVF being widely available. I am not in favor of elective abortions up until birth with no restrictions."
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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"?
"I am in favor of such a law if the teaching is done in a school which receives taxpayer money."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should NH add an income tax on earned income?
"Against"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should NH add a broad-based sales tax?
"Against"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Should New Hampshire add a tax credit for businesses that contribute to student loan repayment for employees?
"For"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire lower business taxes?
"For"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire add a tax on capital gains?
"Against"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire increase the tax on cigarettes?
"Against"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire government do more to address climate change?
"New Hampshire is only 0.3% of US emissions and one of the lowest CO2 emitters per capita. I am against any new taxes in the name of combatting climate change. I am in favor of removing regulatory obstacles to technology or industry that is carbon neutral or negative."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
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?
"For"
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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?
"Against"
Undecided| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire add restrictions to the governor's powers during a state of emergency?
"RSA 4:45 III (e) may be overly broad and might need to be narrowed to prevent overreach."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should the state do more to encourage municipalities to remove zoning barriers to housing development?
"Mixed-use developments and starter homes should be broadly available to address our severe housing shortage."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Do you support legislation to expand the net energy metering system capacity cap from 1 MW to 5 MW for all residential and commercial customers in New Hampshire?
"I am in favor of more energy production, particularly renewable energy, provided it does not unfairly come at the expense of others."
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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 am in favor of an 'all of the above' energy policy. I am for renewable energy provided it does not increase costs to ratepayers."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire guarantee the right to access abortion before 24 weeks?
" am in favor of allowing abortion in all cases where it is medically necessary to save the life of the mother. I am also in favor of all medically approved contraceptives and fertility treatments such as IVF being widely available. I am not in favor of elective abortions up until birth with no restrictions."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should the state increase funding for child care providers?
"Child care is way too expensive. We need to find ways to lower costs and provide quality childcare without adding to our tax burden."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire increase public access to reports of police misconduct?
"For"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Do you support the option of mail-in ballots for all voters, not just absentees?
"Against"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Do you support New Hampshire’s current system of public school funding, with about two-thirds of total funding coming from local property taxes?
"I am in favor of moving towards a voucher system that allows parents to decide where their children are educated with the resulting savings used to reduce the property tax burden. The one size fits all system of government controlled education is failing too many children and families to not be seriously reformed."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should NH legalize the recreational use of marijuana?
"For"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire legalize the recreational use of marijuana by allowing home-growing and private use without sales?
"For"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire legalize the recreational use of marijuana by licensing growers and private retail locations?
"For"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire legalize the recreational use of marijuana by establishing state-run cannabis stores?
"Against"
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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?
"The healthcare system is broken and needs major reform at the federal level. I will do whatever possible to reduce healthcare bureaucracy and promote price transparency."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire raise the minimum wage?
"The average wage in New Hampshire is already well above the federal minimum. The market should set the rate to create the most jobs for the broadest segment of workers. The cost of living crisis that makes everything too expensive for the most vulnerable in our society should be fixed."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should NH do more to enforce federal immigration laws?
"According to Article I, Section 8 and the 14th amendment of the US Constitution this is the prerogative of the federal government."
Undecided| 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?
"I am in favor of private wind and solar provided they are not subsidized by other electricity ratepayers."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire increase subsidies and tax credits for business investment?
"I am in favor of tax credits provided they are available equally everyone, not just big business. I am opposed to subsidies since a business should not profit at taxpayer's expense."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire increase the base amount of per-pupil funding it provides to local school districts?
"I am in favor of additional school choice, that may require changing the balance between local and state funding for school districts."
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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?
"I am in favor of an overall reduction in taxes, any revenue sharing would need to be revenue neutral or reduce taxes to make sense. I am not in favor of revenue sharing that enables towns to spend beyond their means and stick everyone else with the bill."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2022
Do you support the gradual phase-out of the Interests and Dividends tax?
"For"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Is police brutality an issue in NH?
"Body cameras benefit both the public and police. Police training should equip them to handle dangerous situations but also emphasize non-violent conflict resolution. Civil liberties should be respected and violations should be taken seriously."
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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?
"For"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire add legal protections for residents of other states who travel here for health care related to abortion or gender transition?
"I believe there are already protections in place. In no event should anyone in New Hampshire be subject to the laws of a different state while engaging in activity which is legal in New Hampshire."
Undecided| 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?
"I am unfamiliar with this program."
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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 am for increased renewables but I oppose government mandates or increased costs to the NH ratepayer."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire repeal the ban on abortion after 24 weeks gestation?
" am in favor of allowing abortion in all cases where it is medically necessary to save the life of the mother. I am also in favor of all medically approved contraceptives and fertility treatments such as IVF being widely available. I am not in favor of elective abortions up until birth with no restrictions."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should NH require local law enforcement to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement?
"If the federal immigration laws are good laws then NH should cooperate. If the federal laws are not in the interests of the people of this state then NH should not be forced to cooperate. Our current immigration system is in need of major reform to allow a lawful and orderly procedure for the immigrants who will benefit our country. Criminals and moochers who come here however should not be allowed to wantonly break the law."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire create a road usage fee?
"Against"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should New Hampshire government do more to increase the supply of affordable housing?
"The NH government should not subsidize affordable housing with taxpayer money but should take steps to encourage private construction of affordable housing. Taking steps to eliminate 'snob zoning,' encouraging mixed use development, and reducing red tape for builders should be at the top of the list."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should NH continue to administer statewide standards-based student assessments?
"Fewer standardized tests should be given."
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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?
"This is an income tax by another name. Once the state can tax employee wages more spending with tax hikes will follow. I am in favor of Sununu's opt-in plan."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should NH pass stricter gun control laws?
"New Hampshire is one of the safest states while also respecting the rights of responsible gun owners. Gun control would do nothing to improve public safety while depriving law abiding citizens from access to effective self defense. With gun bans, criminals who do not follow laws and would use illegal guns against defenseless law abiding citizens."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire provide student loan debt repayment programs for workers in industries with labor shortages?
"Private employers should consider this to attract workers. A taxpayer who did not go to college should not pay the student loans of someone who did."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire add tax incentives for affordable housing development?
"New Hampshire should also make towns with 'snob' zoning allow builders to create affordable and mixed use housing developments."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2020
Should New Hampshire allocate tax revenues for private and home schooling costs?
"Competition in the education sector will create better choices for parents, lower costs for taxpayers, and innovation."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should NH impose strict residency requirements on registering to vote?
"Voter fraud and voter suppression should be thoroughly investigated. If you do not live in NH you should not be able to vote in NH."
