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Report: NH dependent on firearms industry, but gun ownership low
Gun safety is important however, what type of guns people are allowed to own and who can own them is more important.
- Arthur
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Report: NH dependent on firearms industry, but gun ownership low
Perhaps the documentation makes it seem like we are not that preoccupied with gun ownership but try to put through legislation to take that right away & see what happens.
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Report: NH dependent on firearms industry, but gun ownership low
A fascinating study ("REPORT: NH DEPENDENT ON FIREARMS INDUSTRY, BUT GUN OWNERSHIP LOW"). I urge people to read the linked report. New Hampshire's strong community institutions --… read more
- Jeffrey
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Senate passes voter registration restrictions
I would like to see a basic civics test required to vote. There are a lot of people that don't even know what planet they're on. I don't want them voting.
Can you point out NH on a… read more
- Seth
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Should NH use brine on roads?
Salt applied as brine is more effective at preventing the formation of ice on roads than rock salt (Fitch, G M, Smith JA, Clarens AF. 2013. Environmental Life-Cycle Assessment of Winter Maintenance… read more
- Kevin
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Should treatment money come from a dedicated fund?
I'm tired of seeing my hard earned money get thrown down the black hole of such programs. You want to destroy your life with alcohol? Be my guest! And don't give me the excuse that we'… read more
- Seth
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Should NH use brine on roads?
Sand and salt work the best. That's sand and salt together. The brine is a waste of money. If people weren't in such a hurry, drove in a lower gear and paid attention there would be less… read more
- Deanna
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Should NH use brine on roads?
When the city first started using the brine, it showed almost solid white lines, this worked it was strong. Now you can barely see the lines on the road when they put it out, and it doesn't work… read more
- Deanna
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Increased drug enforcement on NH borders?
I'm a resident of NH. There need to be more drug treatment beds in the state of NH. Treat the addicts, supply good aftercare, and develop effective programs to reach our young people before they… read more
- Ann
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Increased drug enforcement on NH borders?
Yes I am a NH Citizen
- Arthur
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Should oral contraceptives be available without a prescription from a doctor in NH?
Modern oral contraceptives have a long record of safety and effectiveness. I believe they, as well as plan B "morning after" pills, should be available over the counter (no prescription, no… read more
- Kevin
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Should NH have more veterans courts?
Treatment is more effective than punishment. I would prefer to offer this option to all drug abuse victims rather than just veterans, but veterans definitely deserve the option too.
- Kevin
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Increased drug enforcement on NH borders?
The overwhelming consensus of research indicates criminalization of drug use causes more problems than it solves, and the funding of treatment programs actually reduces drug abuse. Put money into… read more
- Kevin
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More legislative oversight of UNH budget?
The university doesn't need more oversight from the state. It needs more oversight from the faculty and staff. What it needs from the state is more funding.
- Kevin
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Does NAFTA help or hurt New Hampshire?
There may be a small net gain in jobs, but don't forget that the federal government is supporting over 12,000 former employees. Without NAFTA, presumably at least some of them would have jobs in… read more
- Kevin
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New hotel on Mount Washington?
ALL the national parks in the country are facing threats of private development, which should be resisted at all costs. The White Mountain National Forest is one our family knows well, for over four… read more
- Bettina
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Limits on drones over private property?
Drones should be controlled with common sense. A person using a drone to take photographs should have no more restrictions than a photographer in a helicopter. A photographer standing at the top of… read more
- Paul
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Limits on drones over private property?
I am a NH resident. Of course drones should not be allowed over private property without permission. Without permission they are trespassing just as much as if they were walking on the property. Even… read more
- Ann
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NH School Choice Bill?
As a long time NH resident I strongly oppose this bill. This is not about school choice because a lot of people couldn't exercise that choice. The public system must accept *all* children, so,… read more
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Should oral contraceptives be available without a prescription from a doctor in NH?
Right now, doctors are gatekeepers to medication. I don't like that.
I want doctors to be health advisors. But ultimately, I want health decisions to be made by individuals. If a person wants… read more
- Seth
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Shaheen co-sponsors bill for special Afghan visas
May I remind readers that the Orlando mass murderer's father came from Afghanistan on this very type of visa.
http://www.cbsnews.com/news/orlando-shooting-omar-mateen-father-seddiqu…
Of all of… read more
- Seth
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Bill would limit food stamps
I'd like to see all taxpayer coerced welfare abolished completely. I'm tired of paying for other people's groceries. How many of these food stamp recipients pay hundreds of dollars per… read more
- Seth
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Bill would limit food stamps
I'm a NH resident. Hunger is a real issue in America, working families depend on food stamps to feed their families due to low wages and limited work hours. There are numerous issues that need… read more
- Ann
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Bill would limit food stamps
No--we should not make it harder for people in NH to get food!
- Id
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Student Vote
No excuses for the whiny dems.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DlDgOIdD3BY
- Seth
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More limits on asset forfeiture?
Right now, it sounds like if the local and state police want any of the action, all they have to do is invite the feds into the investigation.
This just incentivizes the feds getting too involved in… read more
- Seth
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NH School Choice Bill?
I am from new hampshire. I want my grandchildren to have this choice. Pass this law. If, as I keep hearing, it costs over 10000 per student per year in the monadnock region for a student, then if a… read more
- steven
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Durham, Portsmouth consider becoming sanctuary cities
https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/8/1324 Perhaps someone needs to remind them of THIS federal law!
- James
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Fate of Medicaid expansion in NH?
I retired after 35 years of employment in health care. I firmly believe that health insurance is critical to the well being and employability of all state residents. Please make this program… read more
- Vicky
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Eliminate smoking ban in restaurants, stores, taxis?
Having grown up in a home of two smokers and all of my adult extended family members, I am happy to breathe free of their toxins. The smoking haze would be so thick at my grandmothers you could… read more
- Brian
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Fetal Homicide Law in NH?
Fetuses should absolutely have the same rights as born people ..like it or not they are living just as any other ,anyone who disputes such to be reality is just in denial, welcoming ignorance,… read more
- Jo
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Fetal Homicide Law in NH?
Yes, I support a fetal homicide law.
- Patricia
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Durham, Portsmouth consider becoming sanctuary cities
As a subset and member state of these United States of America, you do NOT get to pick and choose which Federal laws you wish to abide by. You temporary stewards of these cities and towns need tend… read more
- bob
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Committee considers death penalty if victim is under age eighteen
I am a relative of Shawn Sylvester Jr that was murdered November 15 2015 8 days before his 1st birthday. He was drugged, raped neck n skull crushed. We buried him November 22, 2015. November 21 1971… read more
- Jane
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Background checks for commercial firearms sales?
I am a NH resident and I abhor guns but I understand people hunt and want protection, from what I haven t figured out
I live in a tiny rural area and we hear guns at night when its sark
These are not… read more
- Rebecca
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Bill to eliminate concealed carry permit up for House vote
Carry without permit could be a good idea providing that if stopped by law enforcement for any reason you immediately alert them that you are carrying so that they are aware and can carry out their… read more
- Donald
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Bill to eliminate concealed carry permit up for House vote
It is not a "permit" – it is a license in New Hampshire. Nobody was asking for permission, but the state does require a license to carry concealed at this time.
And yes, it should be… read more
- Dennis
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Should NH allow marijuana for pain management?
I have chronic pain in my entire body every day i have bin in many car crashis and working hard jobs to make almost nuthen for my famly my PCP has had me on oxys 15 mgs for years now is lowering my… read more
- Craig
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Should children get free admission to state parks?
Our park system is the only one that is 100 % self funded and is supported by its fees. Please keep in mind that although no likes so many fees our parks have all remained open where in other states… read more
- Harry
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Bill to eliminate concealed carry permit up for House vote
I think people should be allowed to carry concealed without a permit or anything. I think it should be the same thing as open carry. I think as long as you have no felonies or a convicted felon you… read more
- Curtis
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Should election days be state holidays?
A good start but not enough. Needs to be a federal holiday. Especially considering all the steps one party is taking to suppress the vote.
- Chuck
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Road usage fee to fund state roads and bridges?
The state and town vehicle registration fees are already outrageous. I paid more than $500 after purchasing my new vehicle (MSRP approx. $26K). The threshold of 22.5 mpg in the bill is too low. You… read more
- Chuck
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Should NH fund Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force?
Yes they need to have the funding to provide more resources to stay ahead of this ever growing issue. My child was a victim and knowing the images are out there is an awful feeling. Please New… read more
- Kirsten
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Should NH legalize recreational marijuana?
Sorry about my bad grammar in my previous posting, I'm not stupid but I suffer from migraines and I have one right now! so my grammar is not so good, when I'm in pain and angry. Thank you… read more
- Beth
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Should NH legalize recreational marijuana?
Ultimately, the cannabis question is not about, heroine addiction, it's not about law enforcement or about sending anyone the wrong message! It's a question about freedom in a free country… read more
- Beth
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Should NH legalize recreational marijuana?
It helps a lot. Relax me too. I have bad nerves and it helps me a lot. Please legalize cause people need it as medicine.
- Katelynn
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Should NH legalize recreational marijuana?
With out question it should be legalized. There are too many benefits not to. People are going to continue to use it no matter what. The state might as well make some revenue from it. Legalization… read more
- Shianne
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Should NH legalize recreational marijuana?
There is no known reason not to.
- Candy
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Should NH legalize recreational marijuana?
Yes Legalize. Opposing the bill because "New Hampshire is in a drug addiction crisis" makes no sense. Many states are treating opiate addiction with marijuana, with success. Legalizing is… read more
- Abraham
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Should NH legalize recreational marijuana?
I believe it would do us all some good
- Kimba
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