Dusk at the NH State Capital. The parties have published their legislative agendas for the upcoming 2025-2026 session.
Our Freedom & Affordability Agenda is designed to tackle the biggest challenges facing Granite Staters. From ensuring people have control over their own health care decisions to making life more affordable for working families, these initiatives reflect our priorities for the upcoming legislative term.
Securing Abortion Rights Amid National Uncertainty
New Hampshire is the only New England state without abortion protections on the books,
Alleviating Property Tax Burden for Granite Staters
A state responsibility that was stripped in 2011, leading to higher property taxes across the state would be restored and cover 7.5% of retirement system costs for municipal employees.
Tackling Child Hunger Through Expanded School Lunch Programs
Students on Medicaid would be automatically enrolled in free or reduced-price lunch programs, while also simplifying the application process for families not on Medicaid.
Strengthening Environmental Protections Against Toxic Chemicals
Managing landfill leachate to prevent these chemicals from contaminating local water supplies is a top environmental concern.
Empowering Renters and Expanding Middle-Class Opportunities
Renters could opt-in to report on-time payments to credit agencies. This initiative could help renters build their credit scores, making it easier for them to secure loans and mortgages in the future.
Closing Loopholes in Private School Vouchers
A compliance review revealed that a significant number of approved applications lacked the required documentation, including residency and income verification.
Repealing the ‘Divisive Concepts’ Law to Protect Public Education
Current law limits discussions on certain topics in public schools.
Preventing Gun Violence Through Common Sense Measure
A loophole allowing firearms to be purchased from private, unlicensed sellers without a background check would be closed. Also included is a three-day waiting period for firearm purchases, a measure supported by research to reduce firearm related suicides and violent crimes.