AFPNH - Contact Your Legislators and Governor Lynch on These Important Issues

Granite State Gatherings February 14 –BARC GOP Monthly Meeting at JJ Goodwin’s Restaurant in Center Barnstead at 6:30PM. Click here for more information. February 14 - Southern NH 9.12 Project Meeting at Windham Senior Center at 7PM. Click here for more information. February 14 – Corey Lewandowski at the Bedford GOP Monthly Meeting at the Bedford Public Library at 7:30PM. Click here for more information. February 15 – Manchester GOP Meeting at NHIOP at St. Anselm’s College at 6PM. Click here for more information. February 15 – Kevin Smith at Sandown GOP Meeting at Town Hall at 7PM. Click here for more information. February 15 - Farmington Democratic Party Congressional Candidates’ Forum at Farmington Town Hall at 7PM. February 16 – Concord GOP Meeting at Home Town Pizza at 7PM. Click here for more information. February 18 – Goffstown-Weare GOP Meeting at Goffstown Parks and Recreation Building at 9AM. Click here for more information. February 18 – Ovide Lamontagne at Sullivan GOP Meeting at 12 Main Street in Newport at 9AM. Click here for more information.

There are several issues and action items for your attention this week. First, tomorrow the House will vote on HB 1560 which would return money and authority for healthcare back to the states where both can be better managed by establishing a Health Care Compact. Tomorrow’s vote will be significant to the fate of this bill so I encourage you to sign the petition below showing your support of the Health Care Compact legislation.  Please CLICK HERE to sign the petition and feel free to forward the link along to your friends and family. Second, tomorrow the Senate is expected to vote on SB 227 which would change the status of the members of the board of tax and land appeals so that members ARE NOT full-time employees but would receive per diem and mileage reimbursement for attending to board duties. I testified in support of this legislation at a recent hearing. You can CLICK HERE to listen to my testimony which begins at about the 37:18 mark and concludes at 46:45. Third, there are two bills in Committees this week to watch as well. Today, I testified before the House Science, Technology and Energy Committee on behalf of HB 1490 which would remove New Hampshire from the cap-and-trade scheme known as RGGI. AFP-NH is proud to work in support of this bill which will allow rate payers to keep more of their money. On Thursday, there will be a Senate Finance Committee hearing on SB 150 at 1PM. This bill, if amended, will allow small business owners to purchase the same health insurance policy as larger companies at the same rate. I encourage all small business owners to contact the Senate Finance Committee and voice your support for the passage of this legislation by calling 271-4980. You can also obtain contact information for all the Committee members by CLICKING HERE. Finally, as you may know, HB 648, the bill prohibiting public utilities from using eminent domain to take private property for transmission lines has been sent to Governor Lynch for consideration. I encourage you to contact Governor Lynch and urge him to sign this bill protecting the private property rights of NH landowners! Please contact Governor Lynch via phone at 271-2121 or use THIS LINK to email him today. Sincerely, Corey R. Lewandowski State Director Americans for Prosperity New Hampshire P.S. Thank you for your ongoing vigilance on these important issues. If you would like to donate to our efforts, please CLICK HERE.

AFPNH - The Fight for Economic Prosperity Continues in Concord

Granite State Gatherings February 8 – Smart Girl Politics Meet-Up at the Draft in Concord at 6PM. February 8 – Kevin Smith at Belknap County GOP Meeting at Shang Hai Restaurant in Laconia at 6:30PM. Click here for more information. February 9 – Kevin Smith at NRCC Monthly Meeting at Crowne Plaza in Nashua at 6:30PM. Click here for more information. February 11 – Rye Republican Town Committee Meeting at Rye Public Library at 9AM. Click here for more information. February 11 – PBVRC Lincoln-Reagan Dinner at Plymouth Elks Lodge in Holderness at 5:30PM. Click here for more information. February 12 – Senator Jeanie Forrester and Candidates for National Committeewoman Juliana Bergeron and Pam Tucker Grafton County GOP Meeting at Ashland Legion Hall at 2PM. Click here for more information. February 13 – Corey Lewandowski at the Rochester 9.12 Group Meeting at Salmon Falls Church of Christ in East Rochester at 6:30PM. Click here for more information. February 14 – Southern NH 9.12 Project Meeting at Windham Senior Center at 7PM. Click here for more information. February 14 – Corey Lewandowski at the Bedford GOP Monthly Meeting at the Bedford Public Library at 7:30PM. Click here for more information. February 15 – Farmington Democratic Party Congressional Candidates’ Forum at Farmington Town Hall at 7PM. Click here for more information.

First, today the House and Senate will be voting on two separate pieces of legislation that will affect our state’s economic prosperity: The Senate will vote on CACR 6. Already passed by the House, CACR 6 would require a 3/5 majority vote to impose any new or increased taxes or license fees. Separately, the House will vote on HB 593 which will lower the tax burden on New Hampshire businesses and create jobs by permitting gambling in the Granite State. We will continue to provide you with updates on these and other pieces of legislation that impact New Hampshire taxpayers including SB 227, which would change the status of the members of the board of tax and land appeals so that members ARE NOT full-time employees but would receive per diem and mileage reimbursement for attending to board duties. I was pleased to be able to provide testimony last week in favor of this bill that will make board members more accountable to the people the board was designed to serve AND save New Hampshire taxpayers money. Currently each board member’s salary and benefits exceed $100,000! You can read more about my testimony on our website or the Nashua Telegraph. Please note in the Telegraph piece that the last quote attributed to me was actually written by Paul Franklin. Second, I hope you will join me at the Rochester 9.12 Group Meeting next Monday, February 13 or the Bedford GOP Meeting next Tuesday, February 14. I always appreciate the opportunity to engage in discussions with other conservative organizations from around the state and would be pleased to accept any other speaking invitations. Please reach out to Joy King with any such request. Finally, thank you for your continuing support of our efforts. Please remember to Like us on Facebook or Follow us on Twitter. Sincerely, Corey R. Lewandowski State Director Americans for Prosperity New Hampshire P.S. Please consider making an online donation by clicking HERE.

AFPNH - Help Preserve New Hampshire's Competitve Advantage

As you know, the fight to preserve our competitive advantage over our neighboring states is an ongoing battle.

A lot of progress has been made in the past year, including:

1) State spending was reduced by 11%. It was done WITHOUT raising taxes, WITHOUT borrowing money and WITHOUT using budgeting gimmicks.

2) Small retail businesses on our state’s border saw a reduction in cigarette taxes, which helps them maintain their competitive advantage over retailers across the border. 

3) Even the state’s business tax rate, ranked 50^th,and the worst in the nation since 2007, improved to 46^th this year. 

Still, much more needs to be done.

This Wednesday, February 8, the New Hampshire House can continue in the right direction by passing HB 593, a bill to lower the tax burden on New Hampshire businesses, allowing employers to create jobs.

The bill will also permit casinos in New Hampshire. This will create thousands of jobs and bring hundreds of millions of dollars in non-taxpayer revenue to the state.

Studies have shown more than 60% of the revenue raised here would come from Massachusetts’ residents. That’s the competitive advantage New Hampshire has enjoyed for generations through retail sales, liquor sales and the state’s lottery.

If the bill fails, we will lose part of our advantage over Massachusetts - since they have moved forward with casino gambling.  They will be gaining revenue, economic development and jobs from New Hampshire.

We cannot lose our competitive advantage over Massachusetts.

I urge you to call your state representatives today. Please CLICK HERE to find your legislators and their contact information.

Non-taxpayer revenue raised in a responsible manner will help alleviate the burdens on our taxpayers and small business owners. In this economy, that help is needed now more than ever.

Please contact your State Representatives today!

Sincerely,

Corey R. Lewandowski
State Director
Americans for Prosperity New Hampshire

AFPNH - One Legislative Victory Down, Many More to Go

Granite State Gatherings February 4 – Cheshire County GOP Committee Meeting at Walpole Town Hall at 8:30AM. Click here for more information. February 8 – Smart Girl Politics Meet-Up at the Draft in Concord at 6PM. February 8 – Kevin Smith at Belknap County GOP Meeting at Shang Hai Restaurant in Laconia at 6:30PM. Click here for more information. February 9 – Kevin Smith at NRCC Monthly Meeting at Crowne Plaza in Nashua at 6:30PM. Click here for more information. February 11 – Rye Republican Town Committee Meeting at Rye Public Library at 9AM. Click here for more information. February 11 – PBVRC Lincoln-Reagan Dinner at Plymouth Elks Lodge in Holderness at 5:30PM. Click here for more information. February 13 – Corey Lewandowski at the Rochester 9.12 Group Meeting at Salmon Falls Church of Christ in East Rochester at 6:30PM. Click here for more information.

First, THANK YOU to everyone who contacted their State Senators on HB 648. This bill relating to eminent domain petitions by public utilities passed the Senate last week by a vote of 23-1. This is a huge victory for private property owners in our state and is a real demonstration of our citizen legislature at work – an overwhelming number of you contacted your elected officials with your concerns and they voted to best represent the people that elected them. Thank you again to all of you for your efforts. Second, there are a couple pieces of legislation receiving hearings this week that we want to bring to your attention. This Thursday, there will be a hearing in the Senate Executive Departments and Administration Committee at 9AM in SH 100 on SB 227 which would alter the status of the members of the board of tax and land appeals so that members ARE NOT full-time employees but would receive per diem and mileage reimbursement for attending to board duties. AFP-NH supports this legislation that would shrink the size of government. I encourage you to attend this hearing if your schedule permits! Also on Thursday, the Senate Ways and Means Committee will vote on SB 293, which requires the department of revenue administration to give notice of an overpayment or underpayment of tax within 30 days, and notice of a final determination after a hearing within 60 days. AFP-NH supports this attempt to make the DRA more accountable to NH taxpayers! I encourage you to contact the Senators below and urge them to push for passage of this bill - Senator Jim Luther - 271-4151 - jim.luther@leg.state.nh.us Senator Bob Odell - 271-4063 - bob.odell@leg.state.nh.us Senator Jim Rausch - 271-3091 - jim.rausch@leg.state.nh.us Finally, I was pleased to recently provide testimony on two important pieces of legislation. I appeared before the House Constitutional Review and Statutory Recodification Committee to discuss the merits of returning more authority and money for healthcare to the states as the committee considered proposed Health Care Compact legislation, HB 1560. I testified before the House Science, Technology and Energy Committee in support of a HB 1487 which would require legislative approval for state participation in any low-carbon fuel standard program. As has been noted, a Low Carbon Fuel Standards program equates to a Liquid RGGI. AFP-NH believes that RGGI has failed in every metric and sees no need for the state to undertake a similar program with regard to fuel. You can read more about it HERE. As is clear from the victory on HB 648, your efforts are making a difference at the Statehouse! Please continue to stay informed on the issues of importance to you and we will continue to provide you with up-to-date information and action items as needed. Sincerely, Corey R. Lewandowski State Director Americans for Prosperity New Hampshire P.S. We appreciate your support of our efforts. You can make an online donation by clicking HERE.

NH GOP - Weekly Newsletter

In This Issue

1. Chairman MacDonald response to the State of the Union
2. Congressman Bass on FAA Reauthorization
3. Congressman Guinta praises Committee for Budget Reform passage
4. Upcoming Events

Chairman MacDonald's response to the State of the Union Address

"Tonight, New Hampshire voters heard another lofty speech filled with promises to boost job creation and rebuild our economy, but this is the same empty rhetoric they've heard year after year. President Obama simply doesn't realize that his commitment falls short because his so-called 'accomplishments' are the problem. ObamaCare, reckless spending and job-destroying regulations are hurting small business owners and drowning out the free market with more government.

"Despite these promises, the unfortunate reality is that the national unemployment rate is significantly higher today than it was when he took office. Too many New Hampshire workers either can't find a job or are under-employed.

"As we look ahead to 2012, the President's broken promises on the economy and his record of more spending, more debt and more taxes will prove to be a liability for Democrats running for office across our state."

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Congressman Bass on FAA Reauthorization

"I'm very pleased that House and Senate leaders have finally reached an agreement on a long-term reauthorization of the FAA, something I have called for numerous times since returning to Congress last year. It's absurd that Congress has had to pass 22 short-term extensions since 2007. The FAA deserves the stability and security that a long-term reauthorization would bring to safety and infrastructure planning. More importantly, a long-term agreement will ensure we avoid another partial shutdown of the agency and keep all FAA employees, including those in Nashua, on the job.

"I look forward to reviewing the details of the agreement and hope we can have a vote on it as soon as possible."

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Congressman Guinta praises Committee on Budget Reform Passage

“There couldn’t be a clearer picture of Washington’s dysfunction than the way it budgets. Yesterday marked the 1,000th day since the Democratic-controlled Senate passed the most basic fiscal blueprint for our nation, a federal budget. So it was fitting we passed meaningful legislation in the House Budget Committee that would fundamentally change the way Washington does business on this unfortunate anniversary. The status quo is unacceptable, and all three of these bills will go a long way in fixing a broken process.”

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Upcoming Events

• Ray Burton 2012 Re-Election Campaign Announcement
  Saturday, January 28, 2012
• Strafford County Monthly Meeting
  Saturday, January 28, 2012
• Executive Councilor Ray Burton's 2012 Re-Election Fundraiser Dinner
  Thursday, February 02, 2012
• Town Committee training for Sullivan and Cheshire counties
  Saturday, February 04, 2012
• Cheshire County Republican Committee meeting
  Saturday, February 04, 2012
• Belknap County Republican Committee Meeting w/Kevin Smith, Juliana Bergeron
  Wednesday, February 08, 2012
• Nashua Republican City Committee Monthly Meeting
  Thursday, February 09, 2012
• PBVRC Lincoln-Reagan Dinner
  Saturday, February 11, 2012
• Rye Republican Town Committee Meeting
  Saturday, February 11, 2012
• Bedford Republicans February Meeting
  Tuesday, February 14, 2012

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