Robert W. Merrill, Jr.
Running for: NH House Sullivan County District 06
Completed our 2024 State Candidate Survey
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. I support education no matter how it is taught. Some students and parents may feel that it is more safer to keep child at home and educate them in a more controlled setting."
Undecided| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire ban abortions during the first trimester (e.g. after 6 weeks gestation)?
"I have chosen undecided on the abortion because no matter my opinion on it, they are going ro do whatever they want. If they ban it, then they will get it done privately and it could kill both mother and baby. As stated above. I have my own view on this issue. But will not disclose my view."
Undecided| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire ban abortions during the second trimester (e.g. after 15 weeks gestation)?
"I have chosen undecided on the abortion because no matter my opinion on it, they are going ro do whatever they want. If they ban it, then they will get it done privately and it could kill both mother and baby. As stated above. I have my own view on this issue. But will not disclose my view."
Undecided| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should NH add an income tax on earned income?
"I have chosen. Undecided for the time being. Because I would rather hear from residents and they're opinion. On this issue since they are the people I will be representing in District 6. Which covers Claremont /Croydon."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should NH add a broad-based sales tax?
"Taxes are higher than what they should be. And before inflation it was less of a struggle."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire lower business taxes?
"I have chosen other for this question because, in order for a business to be successful, I feel that they should give them a discounted rate. So the business could generate more revenue and attract outsiders."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire add a tax on capital gains?
"Undecided"
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire government do more to address climate change?
"It depends on what is in the fine print. It is up to the voters. After all we are called state representatives. We represent the people."
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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?
"Must show identity to vote. That is what is wrong with the presidential election. Anyone goes in and casts ballots. You could be a ghost and vote. So identity is what is more important in this matter."
Undecided| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should the state do more to encourage municipalities to remove zoning barriers to housing development?
"I cannot comment on this one at this time. Since it is a local level question. That should be asked to the zoning board."
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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?
"If it means to raise energy cost, then no But if it is to lower energy cost, then I'd consider."
Undecided| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire guarantee the right to access abortion before 24 weeks?
"I have chosen undecided on the abortion because no matter my opinion on it, they are going ro do whatever they want. If they ban it, then they will get it done privately and it could kill both mother and baby. As stated above. I have my own view on this issue. But will not disclose my view."
For| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should the state increase funding for child care providers?
"This question was asked by multiple surveys for candidates. And each time I answered it. As to yes I will support funding for child care. So that single mothers can get a local job working mother's hours."
Undecided| Read My Position
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?
"Education is very important. But the funding is not there or there is funding but it is being withheld to hire more teachers. If elected I would push for more funding for education."
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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?
"If they want to pass a bill on Marijuana use in the state of NH. I will not oppose it because It's being brought in from Vermont and Massachusetts so it is being used medically and recreational in The state of NH already."
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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?
"If they want to pass a bill on Marijuana use in the state of NH. I will not oppose it because It's being brought in from Vermont and Massachusetts so it is being used medically and recreational in The state of NH already."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire legalize the recreational use of marijuana by establishing state-run cannabis stores?
"If they want to pass a bill on Marijuana use in the state of NH. I will not oppose it because It's being brought in from Vermont and Massachusetts so it is being used medically and recreational in The state of NH already."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire raise the minimum wage?
"Yes. I am all for minimum wage increase."
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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?
"In this case. You were born a male. U keep what you got."
Undecided| Read My Position
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should New Hampshire repeal the ban on abortion after 24 weeks gestation?
"I have chosen undecided on the abortion because no matter my opinion on it, they are going ro do whatever they want. If they ban it, then they will get it done privately and it could kill both mother and baby. As stated above. I have my own view on this issue. But will not disclose my view."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should NH require local law enforcement to cooperate with federal immigration enforcement?
"Close the borders. !!!! This is a major problem in the state. They land in our state and they are offered everything they need before our own Granite Staters."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should NH pass stricter gun control laws?
"It is one of our amendment rights. Right to bear arms this is a open carry sate. Everyone has the right to carry. Unless your a convicted felon which prevents you from carrying."
