Governor Hassan Applauds Executive Council Confirmation of Virginia Barry as Commissioner of Education

Office of New Hampshire Governor Maggie Hassan

CONCORD – Following unanimous Executive Council confirmation today of Governor Hassan’s reappointment of Virginia M. Barry, Ph.D. to continue serving as Commissioner of Education, the Governor issued the following statement:

“The confirmation of Virginia Barry as Commissioner of Education is an important step forward in ensuring New Hampshire students receive an education that provides them with the skills, knowledge and innovative thinking needed for success in the 21^st century economy. Commissioner Barry has demonstrated steadfast dedication to the children of New Hampshire, and leaders across the education community have praised her ability to bring people together to develop solutions for the challenges facing our schools. I applaud the Executive Council for confirming this dedicated public servant and look forward to working with her to build a stronger, more innovative New Hampshire.”

NHDP - Right-to-Know Requests to Councilor Sununu and Attorney General's Office

Concord, NH - Dan McKenna, Legal Counsel of the New Hampshire Democratic Party, today filed right-to-know requests with Attorney General Michael Delaney and Executive Councilor Chris Sununu regarding the investigation into Councilor Sununu's alleged inappropriate communicates with Circuit Judge Michael Sullivan.

The text of the letters is as follows:

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March 19, 2013

The Honorable Christopher T. Sununu

New Hampshire Executive Council
107 North Main Street
State House, Room 207
Concord, NH 03301

            Re:       Communication with Judge Michael Sullivan

 

Councilor Sununu:

Pursuant to RSA 91-A, I hereby request a copy of any and all documents concerning your attempts to influence Judge Michael Sullivan on or about January 10, 2013.  Specifically, I am requesting all correspondences and documents related to your communication with Judge Sullivan, whether in print or electronic format, including but not limited to: correspondences between you and Judge Sullivan, as well as all correspondences and records of your communications with law enforcement, including the Attorney General's Office, related to your communication with Judge Sullivan

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RSA 91-A: 1 states, "Openness in the conduct of public business is essential to a democratic society. The purpose of this chapter is to ensure both the greatest possible public access to the actions, discussions and records of all public bodies, and their accountability to the people."

The statute requires your response within five (5) days of receipt of this letter.  If my request is denied in whole or part, you are required to respond in writing and state the specific exception that allows you to deny this request.

Thank you for you assistance.

 

Respectfully, 

 

Dan McKenna

Legal Counsel

 

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March 19, 2013

Michael A. Delaney, Esq., Attorney General

Office of the Attorney General

Civil Bureau

33 Capitol Street

Concord, NH 03301-6397

            Re:       Executive Councilor Sununu Improper Influence Investigation

Attorney General Delaney:

            It has come to our attention that your Office recently concluded an investigation into the facts surrounding Executive Councilor Christopher Sununu's submission of a letter on behalf of Patrick McDougal to Judge Michael Sullivan. 

Pursuant to RSA 91-A, I hereby request a copy of the entire file related to the matter of Councilor Sununu's contact with Judge Sullivan.

Very truly yours,

Dan McKenna

Legal Counsel

NH Young Democrats: 2013 Executive Board Announced

Concord, New Hampshire, March 15th 2013 - Thursday evening, the New Hampshire Young Democrats held executive board elections at the New Hampshire Institute of Politics at Saint Anselm College. More than 30 young democrats turned out to support and elect progressive candidates to lead the NHYD.

Brief introductions were given by former NHYD secretary Kristin Zanotti, and former VP of Public Affairs Theo Groh. Candidates running for the executive board were given a chance to speak about their reasons for running. Many expressed their interest in the 2014 mid-term elections, and ensuring Senator Jeanne Shaheen, Congresswoman Ann McLane Kuster and Carol Shea Porter, as well as Governor Maggie Hassan and all local officials are re-elected to help innovate and move New Hampshire forward.

After unanimous votes for all candidates, the new executive board for the New Hampshire Young Democrats is as followed; President: Theo Groh; Vice President of Political Affairs: John Greene; Vice President of Public Affairs: Mariann White; Treasurer: Scott Merrick; Secretary: Jillian Andrews Dubois; National Committeeman: Doug Lindner; and National Committeewoman: Devan Quinn. Also Nolan Varee appointed as Finance Coordinator and Emily Cashman as Membership Coordinator.

"I am very honored to have been elected President of the NH Young Democrats and I am very excited to work with our newly elected executive board to make the Young Democrats a dynamic and active organization that makes a real difference in NH politics. We look forward to ensuring that the Young Democrats serve as a powerful voice for young people in New Hampshire, help young candidates get elected, and actively organize young people to support democrats up and down the ballot in 2014," President Theo Groh stated after being elected.

The New Hampshire Young Democrats is a statewide organization with over 500 active members.  The NHYD mission is to engage and involve young people in New Hampshire's political community and to empower a new generation of New Hampshire leaders while advance progressive ideals and values.

Governor Hassan Applauds Executive Council Confirmation of Commissioner Appointees

Office of New Hampshire Governor Maggie Hassan

CONCORD – Following unanimous Executive Council confirmation today of Governor Hassan’s appointees to head the Department of Resources and Economic Development (DRED) and the New Hampshire Banking Department, the Governor issued the following statement:

“The confirmations of Jeff Rose as DRED Commissioner and Glenn Perlow as Banking Commissioner are important steps forward for New Hampshire’s innovation economy. Jeff Rose’s experience in both the public and private sectors will help DRED lead the way in supporting and attracting innovative businesses with good jobs that can support middle-class families. And Glenn Perlow’s work at the Banking and Justice Departments will be invaluable as he leads the Banking Department’s efforts to keep our financial sector strong and ensure access to credit and capital for our people and businesses. I applaud the Executive Council for confirming these dedicated public servants and look forward to working with them both to build a stronger, more innovative New Hampshire.”

Governor Hassan Names New Commissioner of the New Hampshire Banking Department

Office of New Hampshire Governor Maggie Hassan

Hassan to Nominate Glenn Perlow to Ensure Healthy Financial System, Protect Consumers

CONCORD – To protect consumers and ensure a robust financial sector that can support a growing economy, Governor Maggie Hassan announced today that she will nominate Glenn Perlow to serve as the new Commissioner of the New Hampshire Banking Department.

The Banking Department is charged with protecting the public interest by securing the safety and soundness of banks and credit unions, and by regulating non-bank consumer loan lenders and loan brokers.

Perlow, of Concord, has served at the Banking Department since 2011, where he currently holds the position of Deputy Commissioner. He previously served in various roles, including Senior Assistant Attorney General, during five years at the Department of Justice and has years of experience in private law practice. Perlow received his J.D. from Lewis & Clark Law School in 1997.

“Keeping New Hampshire’s financial sector strong is critical for supporting innovative economic growth through access to credit and capital for our people and businesses,” Governor Hassan said. “I am confident that Glenn Perlow’s experience at both the Banking and Justice Departments will enable him to ably fulfill this important responsibility to support our financial markets while ensuring strong protections for New Hampshire consumers.”

“The role of the Banking Commissioner is vitally important for maintaining the health of our financial institutions and keeping consumers safe from predatory practices,” Perlow said. “I thank Governor Hassan for this important opportunity and look forward to working with her to ensure the safe flow of credit that will help grow our economy.”

The NH Banking Department is responsible for the general supervision of all state chartered financial institutions. These institutions include commercial banks, fiduciary trust companies, mutual savings banks, guaranty savings banks, co-operative banks, merchant banks, and credit unions. The Department is also charged with the licensing and supervision of nondepository residential mortgage bankers, brokers, servicers and loan originators, money transmitters, retail sellers, sales finance companies, small loan lenders and debt adjusters.

The Banking Commissioner has authority to investigate consumer complaints, hold public hearings and assess administrative fines and order restitution if New Hampshire State Laws are violated by institutions under the commissioner's jurisdiction.

Perlow’s nomination is subject to confirmation by the Executive Council. Governor Hassan will formally nominate Perlow to the Council at Wednesday’s meeting.