Steven Hahn
Historical Details
Position on Issues
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
Was NH right to ban hand-held cell phone use while driving?
"Only hands free cell phone use should be permitted, as written in the new law."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
Should NH add an income tax on earned income?
"I am open to investigate all sources of revenue and to consider both positive and negative implications. I recognize the political reality that a broad-based tax will not pass, but we have an obligation to pay for needed services and not to rely so heavily on local property taxes. Promoting a strong business climate is an essential part of the solution, and legislators have to find a way to work together."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
Should NH add a broad-based sales tax?
"I am open to investigate all sources of revenue and to consider both positive and negative implications. I recognize the political reality that a broad-based tax will not pass, but we have an obligation to pay for needed services and not to rely so heavily on local property taxes. Promoting a strong business climate is an essential part of the solution, and legislators have to find a way to work together."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
Should NH authorize one or more casinos?
"Would be a great resource for jobs but it necessary that the bill be written to include programs to combat gambling addiction, to ensure limited expansion of casinos, and to address local/state distribution of revenue."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
Should NH continue to base statewide assessments on Common Core standards?
"I support the adoption of Common Core Standards by the state."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
Should NH decriminalize small amounts of marijuana?
"The possession of small quantities of marijuana should not be a crime."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
Should NH broaden campaign finance disclosure laws?
"We need full disclosure of the individuals or entities financing all politically-related advertising."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
Should NH provide more funding for charter schools?
"I believe the current level of funding is adequate."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
Do employees in NH need more legal protections in the workplace?
"I need to study employment laws more thoroughly; protection of employees is essential and we also must support a strong business climate."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
Should NH add restrictions on welfare recipients?
Regarding drug tests for welfare recipients: "I oppose such legislation."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
Should NH allow the Northern Pass to proceed with some (not all) of the lines buried?
"I oppose the Northern Pass project as proposed. Protecting the environment is essential, so major modifications would have to be made."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
Should NH continue to use property taxes instead of a new broad-based tax, such as an income tax?
"I am open to investigate all sources of revenue and to consider both positive and negative implications. I recognize the political reality that a broad-based tax will not pass, but we have an obligation to pay for needed services and not to rely so heavily on local property taxes. Promoting a strong business climate is an essential part of the solution, and legislators have to find a way to work together."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
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?
"NH should be a full participant in RGGI as originally structured."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
Should NH require car insurance for some or all drivers?
"Liability insurance should be required."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
Should NH require labels on some or all genetically modified foods?
"I support such legislation."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
Should NH pass right-to-work legislation?
"Right to Work legislation will result in lower income to the working person."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
State role in economic growth
"Job growth will be stimulated by investing in education and infrastructure as well as by appropriate tax incentives."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
Should NH pass stricter gun control laws?
"I support legislation that would place some limits on the possession of assault weapons."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2014
Should NH restrict further wind power development?
"I believe we should move forward with appropriate wind power projects utilizing the present review process."
