Molly Kelly
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 believe that women should be able to make reproductive health decisions in consultation with their doctors, their family, and their faith, free from government interference -- especially when they face tragic and life-threatening medical conditions later in pregnancy. Under no circumstances do I believe that elected officials should substitute their political agenda for the expertise of medical professionals and the values of women and families."
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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, 2018
Should NH add an income tax on earned income?
"I oppose New Hampshire adding an income tax on earned income."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should NH add a broad-based sales tax?
"I oppose New Hampshire adding a broad-based sales tax."
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Union Leader Voter Guide, 2014
"I believe that the people of NH expect their elected officials to solve problems. While I do not believe legalized gambling is an ideal or sustainable source of revenue, I do believe that we should not take potential revenue sources off the table until we come together and after strong debate, propose the best solution for how we are going to effectively fund state infrastructure, education, and economic development."
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Candidate's Website, 2018
"In addition to getting dark money out of our politics and government, we must also modernize campaign finance laws to make them clear, concise and uniform for all candidates. As governor, I will work to:
- "Close the LLC loophole that allows the same person to give contributions through multiple entities;
- "Clarify the law on funding limits;
- "Bring greater transparency to campaign funding; and
- "End partisan gerrymandering by creating an independent redistricting committee."
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Candidate's Website, 2018
"As a state senator, I successfully got New Hampshire's first group net metering legislation signed into law, propelling solar and hydropower growth. We must build on this success by expanding the group net metering cap from 1 megawatt to 5 megawatts. SB 446, which Governor Sununu vetoed, would have spurred further locally-generated, renewable energy growth in our state, created jobs, saved money for cities and towns and lowered property taxes for residents and reduced electric rates."
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Voting Record, 2016
Voted for $1.5 million in grants for local law enforcement to fight heroin trafficking, as part of Operation Granite Hammer (HB 1000)
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Candidate's Website, 2018
"I was proud to be one of the first legislators in the country to vote for marriage equality nearly a decade ago. All of us have worked so hard for so long to make positive change in the lives of Granite Staters.
"But without Justice Kennedy on the U.S. Supreme Court, much of our success is now threatened. Protections at the state level will be critical, which makes this governor's race even more important to every Granite Stater who believes a person has the right to love whomever they love and not face discrimination in business, housing and their workplace."
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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 Medicaid eligibility, using the traditional Medicaid system of managed care instead of private insurance."
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Voting Record, 2016
Voted to continue Medicaid expansion (HB 1696)
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Candidate's Website, 2018
"Increase the minimum wage to $15 and hour and index it to inflation so that families don't continually get left behind"
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Candidate's Website, 2018
"We need to protect a woman's right to make her own health care decisions and to protect the rights of every Granite Stater, no matter their age, race, gender, or sexual identity."
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"Today, too many businesses in our state can't find skilled workers to fill available jobs. After all, employers are not seeking tax breaks - they want a prepared and educated workforce. My priority as governor will be to invest in education, job training and making college affordable.
"I chaired the Governor's Advanced Manufacturing Council from 2008 to 2016, which developed detailed recommendations for ensuring workers could earn the skills they need to fill advanced manufacturing jobs. Industries and educators in New Hampshire cannot operate in silos; instead, we must ensure they communicate and collaborate so that the needs of businesses and workers alike can be met.
"Further, tuition at public universities in New Hampshire is higher than in any other state, and our graduates have among the highest student loan debt totals in the country. Too many young people are leaving our state, which is why I would seek to expand the student loan repayment program and lower the cost of earning a degree. Our economy will benefit if young professionals can avoid shouldering tens of thousands of dollars in debt and instead buy a house and start a family in New Hampshire."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should NH do more to enforce federal immigration laws?
"Every person who breaks the law--no matter who they are or where they come from--should be prosecuted. New Hampshire law enforcement should not do the federal government's job of enforcing immigration laws. The federal government's top priority must be reuniting children with their parents as soon as possible."
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Voting Record, 2015
Voted against restricting EBT purchases (SB 169)
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should New Hampshire increase subsidies and tax credits for business investment?
"I voted for and continue to support tax cuts for small businesses, entrepreneurs and start-ups. I oppose giving tax breaks that largely benefit the 3% of the wealthiest corporations in New Hampshire."
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Voting Record, 2014
Voted to repeal the death penalty (HB 1170)
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Candidate's Website, 2018
"I have always opposed the Northern Pass Project. I oppose any project that does not garner local support."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Is police brutality an issue in NH?
"We need to have trust in our communities between local law enforcement and the community."
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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)?
"We should increase our goal and move away from fossil fuels."
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Voting Record, 2014
Voted against 'Right to Work' (SB 217)
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should New Hampshire government do more to increase the supply of affordable housing?
"New Hampshire government should do more to increase the supply of affordable housing."
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Candidate's Website, 2018
"I will fight to make sure that New Hampshire funds Planned Parenthood and other family planning centers."
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Candidate's Website, 2018
Kelly supports the family and medical leave proposal introduced in 2018, HB 628. "I will ... Sign paid family and medical leave that will allow everyone to be with their loved ones in times of need, such as new parents or when family members experience a medical crisis"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should NH continue to administer statewide standards-based student assessments?
"I support New Hampshire continuing to administer statewide standards-based student assessments."
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Candidate's Website, 2018
"We need to protect a woman's right to make her own health care decisions and to protect the rights of every Granite Stater, no matter their age, race, gender, or sexual identity."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should NH pass stricter gun control laws?
"My heart breaks for families who have lost a loved one to gun violence. I never worried about my children when they went to school. Now, I fear for the safety of my grandchildren. I refuse to wait for New Hampshire to suffer through a tragic school shooting. We can and must do better than this. As governor, I will work to: pass universal background checks; keep children and domestic abusers from getting guns; reinstate the requirement of a permit to carry a concealed weapon; pass a red flag law; institute a 48-hour waiting period for all gun purchases; and support local communities' decision to ensure the safety of their residents."
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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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Voting Record, 2015
Sen. Molly Kelly sponsored SB 130 in 2015, which established an opt out option for the immunization registry.
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2018
Should NH impose strict residency requirements on registering to vote?
"I oppose suppressing the vote of college students. As governor, I'll send a strong message that we want their voices in New Hampshire."
Voting Record
SB 551 (2016)
Creates a single casino with video lottery and table gaming, to be located at Rockingham Park in Salem, NH. A tax of 35% of gross slot machine revenue and 18% of gross table game revenue would go to the state with dedicated portions of the funds going to addiction prevention programs and to Salem and neighboring communities.
SB 336 (2016)
Removes the phrase "suitable person" from the law governing concealed carry permits, and instead requires law enforcement to issue a permit so long as the person is not prohibited from owning a firearm by state or federal law.
SB 4 (2015)
Tightens the definition of domicile for the purpose of voting. In particular, the final version of this bill requires a voter to live in New Hampshire at least 10 days before voting.
HB 1616 (2016)
Allows a person obtaining a driver's license to choose whether the license complies with the federal Real ID Act of 2005.
SB 412 (2016)
Raises the minimum wage to $12 per hour.
HB 1696 (2016)
Continues expanded Medicaid eligibility, with some revisions. This bill adds work requirements to eligibility for expanded Medicaid. Additional funding is provided by the insurance premium tax, paid by insurance companies.
SB 492 (2016)
At the time of this bill's submission, electric utilities pass RGGI rebates through to customers in the form of a reduction to the customer’s monthly bill based on monthly usage. This bill eliminates rebates to residential customers. The Public Utilities Commission and Department of Environmental Services state most of this revenue would instead be redirected to programs for low income, municipal, school district and local government energy efficiency projects.
HB 1116 (2016)
Increases the cap on net metering, and requires the Public Utilities to Commission to develop a modified net metering system.
SB 113 (2015)
Authorizes two casinos in New Hampshire. One destination casino would pay a $80 million license fee; a smaller casino would pay $40 million to the state. SB 113 also earmarks $25 million in casino profits for distribution to all New Hampshire municipalities.
SB 40 (2015)
Includes fetuses as potential victims under murder statutes. The original Senate version of the bill applied to "viable fetuses," meaning the fetus is old enough to survive outside the womb. The House revised the bill to apply to all fetuses eight weeks and older. The House and Senate did not agree on a final version of the bill.
HB 563 (2015)
Adjusts the additional grants for chartered public school pupils based on the Consumer Price Index, and increases the per pupil state funding for charter school students by $1,000.
SB 179 (2015)
Requires that a voter has lived in the state and county for at least 30 days.
SB 169 (2015)
Forbids the use of EBT cards or cash from EBT cards for alcohol, tobacco, gambling, lottery tickets, tattoos, firearms, or adult entertainment.
SB 107 (2015)
Right-to-Work bill that prohibits collective bargaining agreements that require employees to join or contribute to a labor union.
HB 1 (2015)
2016-2017 state budget bill (part 1). The budget cuts business taxes, restores the Rainy Day Fund, and increases funding for some social services. The budget does not reauthorize Medicaid expansion or include a pay raise negotiated with state employees.
SB 106 (2015)
Prohibits the sale, use, or possession of synthetic drugs, such as "spice."
SB 261 (2015)
Raises the minimum wage to $8.25 in 2016, $9.00 in 2017, and $10.00 in 2018.
HB 618 (2015)
Decriminalizes possession of 1/2 ounce or less of marijuana, with additional penalties for violators under age twenty-one.
SB 116 (2015)
Increases the length of time for which a license to carry a concealed firearm is valid, and repeals the requirement to obtain a license to carry a concealed firearm.
HB 403 (2015)
Repeals the law establishing a protest-free buffer zone around reproductive health clinics.
SB 217 (2014)
Right-to-Work bill that prohibits collective bargaining agreements that require employees to join or contribute to a labor union.
SB 366 (2014)
Authorizes two casinos in New Hampshire, regulated by the Gaming Commission.
SB 203 (2014)
Forbids the use of EBT cards or cash from EBT cards for alcohol, tobacco, lottery tickets, firearms, or adult entertainment.
SB 318 (2014)
Establishes the crime of domestic violence.
SB 413 (2014)
Expands Medicaid eligibility, using private insurance wherever possible.
HB 1403 (2014)
Raises the minimum wage, starting at $9 per hour.
HB 1170 (2014)
Repeals the death penalty.
SB 207 (2014)
“Pay Equity Law,” a bill to combat pay discrimination based on gender, forbidding employers from restricting employees from discussing wages, and allowing a three year deadline to report pay discrimination to the state (current deadline is one year).
SB 319 (2014)
Authorizes "buffer zones" for protestors around reproductive health clinics.
HB 1411 (2014)
Sends some of last year's budget surplus to the Department of Health and Human Services.
SB 367 (2014)
Increases the gas tax by four-cents per gallon and removes the toll at Exit 12 in Merrimack.
SB 153 (2013)
Gives the legislature power to review collective bargaining agreements entered into by the state.
HB 1 (2013)
Final 2014-2015 state budget, including increased funding for higher education, increased funding for services for individuals with mental illness and/or other disabilities, no Medicaid expansion, and no gas tax increase.
HB 306 (2013)
Changes RGGI to dedicate some of the proceeds to ratepayer rebates, and lowering the cap on carbon emissions, which will raise the cost of carbon credits to utilities and utility bills to consumers.
SB 99 (2013)
Requires an evaluation of the Site Evaluation Committee, which is responsible for approving new energy projects like the wind farm in Antrim.
HB 573 (2013)
Allows medicinal use of marijuana, without allowing home growing.
HB 2 (2013)
Makes various appropriations related to the budget bill, and establishes commissions to study Medicaid expansion and casino regulations.
SB 1 (2013)
Increases the Research and Development tax credit.
SB 152 (2013)
Authorizes a casino.
HB 443 (2013)
Bans prison privatization.
HB 501 (2013)
Sets the state minimum wage at $7.25, in place of federal minimum wage.
HB 135 (2013)
Limits the use of deadly force, repealing "Stand Your Ground" in favor of the "Castle Doctrine." Under this bill victims could use deadly force within their homes without retreating, but anywhere else they would have to attempt retreat before resorting to deadly force.
HB 370 (2013)
Repeals the education tax credit program, in which businesses receive tax breaks for contributing to a scholarship fund for low income students that wish to attend private school.
HB 659 (2013)
Increases the tobacco tax.
HB 595 (2013)
Revises 2011 voter ID law to delay requirement that poll workers photograph voters without ID; also allows student ID at polls.
CACR 33 (2012)
Constitutional amendment changing the state legislature to biennial sessions.
HB 1383 (2012)
States that only United States citizens may receive in-state tuition at the University of New Hampshire.
HB 1679 (2012)
Prohibits partial birth abortions and abortions in the third trimester.
HB 592 (2012)
Redistricts the House of Representatives.
SB 372 (2012)
Establishes a tax credit for businesses that contribute to a scholarship fund for students who wish to attend private, parochial, or home schools.
SB 289 (2012)
Requires voters to present identification at polling places.
HB 1487 (2012)
Requires legislative approval for the expenditure of funds involving New Hampshire in any low carbon fuel standards program, such as the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI).
HB 1659 (2012)
"Women's Right to Know Act," mandating that women considering an abortion receive "complete and accurate information on abortion and its alternatives."
SB 295 (2012)
Increases the Research and Development tax credit.
HB 648 (2012)
Forbids the use of eminent domain for regional electricity projects when costs and benefits cannot be shared across the ISO - New England network.
SB 409 (2012)
Allows medicinal marijuana through home growing.
HB 1560 (2012)
Establishes the interstate Health Care Compact, which provides that each member state shall have the authority to enact state laws that trump all federal laws regarding health care within its state.
HB 474 (2011)
Right-to-Work bill that prohibits collective bargaining agreements that require employees to join or contribute to a labor union.
HB 370 (2011)
Reverses the expanded definition of bullying in the Pupil Safety and Violence Prevention Act.
SB 1 (2011)
Eliminates "evergreen clauses" in public contracts.
SB 88 (2011)
Expands the use of deadly force, adding "Stand Your Ground" to the "Castle Doctrine." Under this bill victims could use deadly force without retreating, anywhere the victim has the right to be.
HB 109 (2011)
Prohibits local planning boards from requiring sprinklers as a condition for a local permit.
HB 133 (2011)
Ties the New Hampshire minimum wage to the federal minimum wage.
SB 57 (2011)
Makes various revisions to title loan regulations.
HB 329 (2011)
Requires parental notification prior to a minor's abortion.
SB 3 (2011)
Makes various changes to the state retirement system, such as raising retirement ages and increasing member contributions.
SB 27 (2011)
Raises the speed limit in some areas of Lake Winnipesaukee.
HB 218 (2011)
Repeals the New Hampshire Rail Transit Auhority (NHRTA).
HB 113 (2011)
Prohibits the use of state funds for New Hampshire Public Television (NHPTV).
SB 52 (2011)
Repeals early release programs for inmates convicted of violent crimes.
HB 519 (2011)
Repeals the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI), New Hampshire's cap-and-trade program.
HB 1128 (2010)
Makes various regulatory changes, such as allowing towns to adopt a local meals and rooms tax in addition to the state meals and rooms tax and authorizing expanded gambling.
SB 489 (2010)
Authorizes three casinos in New Hampshire.
HB 1607 (2010)
Establishes certain requirements for the reasonable compensation deduction under the business profits tax. The bill creates a committee to study safe harbors and taxation of investment organizations. This bill also deletes a provision subjecting to taxation certain income accumulated in trust for the benefit of unborn or unascertained persons.SB 497 (2010)
Establishes certain requirements for the reasonable compensation deduction under the business profits tax. This bill also establishes a committee to study safe harbors.
HB 415 (2009)
Prohibits discrimination based on gender identity.
HB 436 (2009)
Legalizes same-sex marriage.
HB 648 (2009)
Allows medicinal use of marijuana, without allowing home growing.
HB 556 (2009)
Repeals the death penalty.
HB 383 (2009)
Requires seat belt usage.
