NHGOP - SHAHEEN MISSES VOTE ON DISASTROUS SALES TAX BILL

Jeanne MIA On Vote Protecting NH From Online Sales Tax

 

Concord – New Hampshire Republican Party Chairman Jennifer Horn released the following statement today on Senator Shaheen missing an important vote yesterday on the federal sales tax bill (Roll Call Here).

“It is unacceptable for Senator Shaheen to miss a vote on legislation that will hurt consumers and burden businesses with onerous new regulations. Shaheen’s failure to stand up for New Hampshire by voting “no” on this motion is an insult to her constituents and a dereliction of her duties as an elected federal official. Granite Staters deserve a full and complete explanation from their senior senator about why she was unable to represent their interests on this important issue."

“Senator Shaheen has failed to actively oppose her party’s attempt to ram this devastating legislation through the Senate. For months, Shaheen has sat on her hands and refused to join Senator Ayotte in her fight to protect small businesses. Yesterday’s missed vote serves as another reminder that Jeanne Shaheen has been an unaccomplished and ineffective senator who has failed to provide any leadership for New Hampshire in Washington."

NHGOP CALLS ON DEM REP PATTEN TO EXPLAIN STALKING ORDER OF PROTECTION FILED AGAINST HIM

Concord – New Hampshire Republican Party Executive Director Matthew Slater calls on Democrat State Representative and Concord City Councilor Dick Patten to explain the stalking temporary order of protection filed against him by a 20-year old Concord resident (Concord Monitor, 4/23):

“The stalking order of protection filed against Democrat Representative Patten is extremely troubling and raises very serious questions that he must address immediately. As a Concord City Councilor and a member of the Legislature, Rep. Patton has an obligation to discuss this disturbing issue openly and honestly with his constituents.

“In order to preserve the integrity of the New Hampshire House and her caucus, Speaker Norelli must call for an investigation into Rep. Patten’s actions. If the Speaker fails to investigate this matter, it will show New Hampshire voters that the House Democrat Leadership is willing to tolerate his ethically questionable behavior.”

NHGOP CALLS ON NH DEMS TO DENOUNCE OBAMA’S INTERNET SALES TAX

Also Blasts Speaker Norelli For Leading Organization That Supports It

Concord – New Hampshire Republican Party Chairman Jennifer Horn called on New Hampshire Democrats to reject President Obama’s endorsement of a disastrous internet sales tax bill (AP, 4/22). The National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) has also endorsed the legislation. New Hampshire House Speaker Terie Norelli serves as the president of the NCSL.

“The internet sales tax bill endorsed by President Obama will hit consumers with higher prices and burden New Hampshire small business owners with onerous new regulations. It is a disastrous piece of legislation that would hurt the Granite State and empower states with a sales tax to grow government by taking more money out of the pockets of working families."

“Governor Hassan, Senator Shaheen, Congresswoman Kuster and Congresswoman Shea-Porter have refused to stand up for their constituents and actively oppose this legislation. It is time for them to denounce President Obama’s endorsement of this sales tax bill and join Senator Ayotte in the fight to protect New Hampshire small business owners and middle class families."

“Furthermore, it is a disgrace that the National Conference of State Legislatures has also endorsed this legislation given that this organization is lead by NH House Speaker Terie Norelli. By supporting this bill, Speaker Norelli has turned her back on New Hampshire and sided with out of state politicians who are desperate to collect more sales tax revenue. The speaker's actions are shameful and speak volumes about the priorities of the House Democrat leadership."

NHGOP APPLAUDS SENATE VOTE TO REJECT REPEAL OF EDUCATION TAX CREDIT

"Senate Republicans should be commended for fighting to uphold the important education tax credit that helps parents find the best possible educational opportunities for their children, regardless of family income. This tax credit levels the playing field and offers even our poorest students the opportunity to benefit from the learning environment that is best for them.

"Governor Hassan has repeatedly fought to repeal this popular tax credit and restrict school choice. Her disgraceful efforts to kill a program that allows our most vulnerable children to have access to a quality education reminds voters that the governor is out of touch with New Hampshire values.

NHGOP CALLS ON HASSAN TO WITHDRAW NOMINATION OF TEAMSTER LOBBYIST

Concord – New Hampshire Republican Party Chairman Jennifer Horn today called on Governor Maggie Hassan to withdraw the nomination of Teamster lobbyist and political coordinator Dennis Caza to the state Racing and Charitable Gaming Commission. The Union Leader today reported on conflicts of interest that could be generated by his confirmation. 

"In order to uphold public trust in the Racing and Charitable Gaming Commission, Governor Hassan needs to immediately withdraw her nomination of a prominent Teamster political organizer and lobbyist. The appointment of a Hassan political crony who is beholden to union bosses and special interest groups would undermine confidence in the work of the commission."

“Granite Staters expect Governor Hassan to appoint qualified and independent individuals to positions in state government. They do not want the governor to stack boards and commissions with patronage appointments who will stand with well-funded special interest groups instead of standing up for the people of New Hampshire."