Grafton County Republican Committee Lincoln Reagan Luncheon 4-20-2013

GRAFTON COUNTY REPUBLICAN COMMITTEE 

SCOTT BROWN COMING TO NH

Will Keynote the Grafton County Republican’s Luncheon on April 20^th  

HANOVER, NH: Former US Senator Scott Brown will be traveling to Hanover, NH on Saturday, April 20^th where he’ll be the keynote speaker for the Grafton County Republican Committee’s Lincoln-Reagan Luncheon. Other special guests to be expected are Former Congressman Frank Guinta, NHGOP Chairman Jennifer Horn and VTGOP Chairman Jack Lindley. 

This is an exciting time as we continue to build upon our grassroots support in the Upper Valley and across Grafton County. The work never stopped after Nov. 6^th and we value the relationships that were developed with volunteers from all across Vermont who worked tirelessly during the last election cycle. We look forward to expanding these efforts by working with the VTGOP and its member organizations to create a strong regional grassroots network. 

Republicans and Independents from all across NH and VT are encouraged and welcome to attend. 

Tickets and event information can be found online at: graftongop.eventbrite.com or by calling Grafton County Vice Chairman Tyler Drummond at (603) 867-8100.

Special guests are: Congressmen Charlie Bass and Frank Guinta, Senators Jeanie Forrester and Jeb Bradley, Councilor Ray Burton, Senate President Peter Bragdon?, State GOP Chairman Jennifer Horn, House Speaker Gene Chandler,  Former House Speaker Bill O’Brien, past candidates for governor: Ovide Lamontagne, Kevin Smith and Karen Testerman and Vermont GOP Chairman Jack Lindley. 

NH Republican Leader Comments on Bill Allowing In-State Tuition for Illegal Immigrants

CONCORD – House Republican Leader Gene Chandler (R-Bartlett) today offered the following statement on House Bill 474, which allows for in-state tuition within the University System of New Hampshire (USNH) for certain illegal immigrants. The bill was heard in the House Education Committee today.

House Republican Leader Gene Chandler

“Awarding in-state tuition to illegal immigrants undermines our immigration laws and is exactly the wrong message we should be sending especially in these tough economic times in which it is difficult enough for families to send their own children to college let alone footing the bill for those who aren’t playing by the rules. It’s wrong to force taxpayers of New Hampshire to subsidize a post-secondary education for those who are breaking the law and, themselves, not paying taxes. Furthermore, giving such fringe benefits to illegal aliens circumvents federal law and would attract more illegal immigrants here, viewing New Hampshire as a sanctuary state. New Hampshire is made up of many citizens that have chosen to relocate here, and we welcome and encourage that. But this should be done in a lawful way that is fair to those who have become citizens by following the rules. We should be focused on lowering tuition costs and providing scholarships for those who legally call New Hampshire home.”

Statement by Republican House and Senate Members of the Joint Health Care Oversight Committee

Concord, NH – Joint Health Care Oversight Committee Co-Chair John Hunt (R-Rindge) and Senate members Jeb Bradley (R-Wolfeboro) and Andy Sanborn (R-Bedford), released the following statement today following the first meeting of the committee:

"The purpose of the Joint Health Care Reform Oversight Committee is to protect taxpayers and New Hampshire’s state rights as the federal government moves forward with the implementation of the Affordable Care Act.  Today’s presentation by the Department of Insurance with regards to a state-federal partnership for the purpose of health care exchanges raised and left unanswered significant questions on both fronts.  Members of the committee, on a bipartisan basis, were left with very real concerns regarding the cost, regulatory burden, and long-term sustainability of this partnership.

"At our next meeting, we hope Governor Hassan and department leaders are able to provide a clearer understanding of the path forward, and its consequences.  Until that time, we would encourage the Governor to delay further correspondence with the federal government that would put New Hampshire on any particular path concerning the development of an exchange partnership."

NH Republican Leaders Comment on Bill to Repeal School Choice

CONCORD – House and Senate leaders today issued the following statement in reaction to House Bill 370, which seeks to repeal the New Hampshire School Choice bill.  To date, 250 children have applied for Education Opportunity Tax Credit Scholarships from The Network for Educational Opportunity.

House Republican Leader Gene Chandler (R-Bartlett)

“Choice in education should not only be available to the rich. No parent should be forced to send a child to a school that does not meet the child’s needs. The School Choice Bill we passed last year gives more options to students and parents, protects local property taxpayers and gives businesses the chance to ensure a strong workforce in the future. This legislation is good for New Hampshire’s future and will bring competition to our schools, which should improve their quality as well.  We need to protect choice in education, empower families and give this program a chance to succeed.”

Senator Andy Sanborn (R-Bedford)

“We believe that parents, not zip-codes, should have priority in choosing the schools that best fit their child’s needs.  The scholarships to be offered under this program will improve educational outcomes for students across New Hampshire by allowing them to do just that.  The monies used to fund these scholarships are private donations, not public dollars, and will be used to level the playing field in education by giving lower and middle income students the same opportunities as those more well off.”

Update on Thursday, January 31, 2013 at 03:33PM by NH INSIDER

FYI, this out earlier today from Rep. Chandler and Sen. Sanborn on the scholarship repeal bill.

 

UL has the story of this morning's anti-repeal press conference, updated with Sen. Stiles' testimony this afternoon that she will vote against efforts to repeal the program: http://www.unionleader.com/article/20130131/NEWS06/130139791

NHDP - The Map

Dear Friend,

Yesterday, Congressional Republicans launched a website - www.gop.gov/republicans - to find and contact your local GOP Member of Congress. 

Thanks to your hard work last fall, there are no Congressional Republicans from New Hampshire! 

 

Less than a week into their term, Congresswoman Carol Shea-Porter and Congresswoman Annie Kuster are already being targeted for defeat by New Hampshire Republicans. John Stephen's top strategist tweeted "NH back on the map in 2 years."  And Ovide Lamontagne's campaign manager said "Count on NH being back on that map in 2014." 

It is critical we support Carol and Annie as they work each and every day for their constituents over the coming days, months, and years. 

Help us build our Early Action Fund today to ensure Carol and Annie have the resources they need to fight back against the GOP attack machine.

Thank you for everything you have done already and for all you are able to do as we continue to move forward. 

--Kathy

 

P.S. - Have you considered joing our Sustaining Member Program at $50, $25, or $10 each month?