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We believe an open government is key to unlocking progress in many areas of public policy. Information empowers individuals to engage on issues they’re passionate about and hold those in power accountable. Consider the alternative: a government that operates largely behind closed doors. Without access to records, researchers can’t effectively study our criminal justice system. […]
By Greg Moore In a recent Monitor op-ed, Paul A. Levy does his best to make the case that a strong central government powered by high taxes is the best way to promote the general social welfare. It’s a veritable paean to higher taxes, complete with a list of seven ways to think about taxes that […]
CONCORD, NH – Americans for Prosperity-New Hampshire (AFP-NH) today commended the Senate for passing HB399, a bill that creates a process to expunge past marijuana-related misdemeanor records for possession amounts that are no longer a crime. AFP-NH recently launched digital ads connecting Granite Staters with their lawmakers to urge them to support the bill. AFP-NH Deputy […]
CONCORD, NH – Americans for Prosperity-New Hampshire (AFP-NH) today issued the following statement on House Bill 616, a bill that adds additional costs to the New Hampshire Retirement system by adding a cost of living adjustment and increasing contributions from local and county governments, leading to higher property taxes. “House Bill 616 raises property taxes […]
CONCORD, NH – Americans for Prosperity-New Hampshire (AFP-NH) offered the following comment in response to an amendment to House Bill 198. The amendment, which would create a 6.2% income tax levied on those making more than $132,900, was heard today in the Senate Finance Committee. “This amendment strikes at the heart of the New Hampshire […]
CONCORD, NH – Americans for Prosperity-New Hampshire (AFP-NH) today announced a statewide digital campaign thanking Governor Sununu for vetoing SB1, a bill that would have established a new entitlement paid family leave program paid for by an income tax on New Hampshire workers. The digital campaign uses a digital tool that connects Granite Staters with […]
Proponents of the Export-Import Bank claim that the bank’s issuance of loans and guarantees to large companies is essential to international competitiveness and a thriving American economy. According to a new study from the Mercatus Center, that claim isn’t true. The bank has shrunk — for the better While the Senate confirmed new directors — which are necessary to approve massive loans — to the Ex-Im Board this month, the bank has […]
CONCORD, N.H. – Americans for Prosperity-New Hampshire (AFP-NH) on Thursday thanked Governor Sununu for vetoing SB1, a bill that would have established a new entitlement paid family leave program paid for by an income tax on New Hampshire workers. “Establishing a new entitlement paid for by an income tax on Granite State workers destroys our […]
CONCORD, NH – Americans for Prosperity-New Hampshire (AFP-NH) today urged the House to reject SB 920, a bill that weakens previously agreed work requirements for able-bodied Medicaid recipients. “Medicaid work requirements provide able-bodied adults an opportunity for a way out of poverty and restores the dignity of work. This bill rolls back the pathway to […]
