Americans for Prosperity-New Hampshire Announces Final Wave of State Primary Legislative Endorsements
Manchester, New Hampshire—Americans for Prosperity-New Hampshire (AFP-NH) today announced its final slate of endorsed candidates for the State House of Representatives in the New Hampshire state primary election.
In addition to the 13 candidates announced last month, AFP-NH is leveraging the total weight of its grassroots capabilities behind these 14 candidates running to represent Granite Staters in the New Hampshire primary on September 10, 2024.
AFP-NH will mobilize its statewide network for door-to-door canvassing, digital ad campaigns, and direct mail campaigns to ensure these principled candidates are elected and keep New Hampshire the freest state in the nation.
AFP Regional Director Greg Moore gave the following statement:
“AFP-NH knows how critical it is to have principled leaders serve in our state legislature. It took significant effort to earn the ranking of the freest state in the Nation, and these candidates are passionate and prepared to work hard to keep it that way.
“These 27 candidates embody New Hampshire’s ‘Live Free or Die’ mentality and are committed to delivering great policies like expanding education opportunities, expanding workers’ freedoms, and increasing economic opportunity. As the state’s premier grassroots organization, AFP-NH is prepared to utilize its full range of resources to elect the best representatives for the people of the Granite State.”
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Background
State Rep. Kristin Noble (Hillsborough-02)
Rep. Kristin Noble is a policy champion on critical issues like education opportunity and economic responsibility. She is a passionate supporter of Education Freedom Accounts and has a history of supporting fiscally responsible policies that cut spending, lower taxes, and protect workers’ rights.
Paul Schirduan (Grafton-03)
Paul Schirduan is a fiscal conservative who will be a significant contributor to achieving fiscally responsible policies such as employer tax relief that is driving our economy and responsible government spending. He will also be a key player in expanding educational opportunities for students and right-to-work policies for Granite State workers.
Susan DeRoy (Strafford-03)
Susan DeRoy has the potential to be a strong policy ally on important issues like education and the economy. She is a staunch supporter of education freedom and will prioritize legislation, including Education Freedom Accounts and Right-to-Work policies, which, once passed, will benefit Granite State workers, students, and families.
State Rep. Jose Cambrils (Merrimack-04)
Rep. Jose Cambrils opposes burdensome energy regulations and outrageous carbon taxes that would raise costs and burden New Hampshire households. He’s a strong policy partner on fiscal responsibility and expanding educational opportunities. Granite Staters can depend on Rep. Cambrils to lead us in the right direction toward freedom and prosperity.
State Rep. Barbara Comtois (Belknap-07)
Rep. Barbara Comtois has proven herself a strong supporter of lower taxes, sound economic policy, and budget reforms. Granite Staters can trust Rep. Comtois to continue fighting for policies that promote freedom and opportunity, especially when it comes to education. She’s a major supporter of Education Freedom Accounts, which expands opportunities to all Granite State students.
State Rep. Paul Terry (Belknap-07)
As a member of the House Education Committee, Rep. Paul Terry is a strong advocate of education freedom and has consistently voted to expand education opportunities. He supports Granite Staters’ right to work and is a key vote on removing regulations that inhibit freedom and opportunity for Granite Staters.
State Rep. Peter Varney (Belknap-07)
Rep. Varney is a reliable vote for liberty in the State House and will continue to defend the rights of Granite Staters. He supports education freedom and economic opportunity and consistently opposes burdensome regulations in the healthcare and energy sectors that stunt opportunity and limit economic mobility.
State Rep. Michael Costable (Carroll-08)
Rep. Michael Costable is an established advocate on labor issues, healthcare accessibility improvements, and education freedom. He’s supported Right to Work legislation and regulatory reforms that increase Granite Staters’ right to liberty and Education Freedom Accounts that would expand opportunities for Granite State students and families.
State Rep. Joe Sweeney (Rockingham-08)
As the House Majority Floor Leader, Rep. Joe Sweeney plays a crucial role in garnering support for pro-freedom policies that would improve the lives of Granite Staters. He sponsored key Education Freedom Accounts legislation and Right to Work efforts that would expand opportunities for students and protect workers’ freedoms.
State Rep. Brian Seaworth (Merrimack-12)
Rep. Brian Seaworth is the Vice Chair of the Labor Committee and is crucial in advancing Right to Work legislation that will protect workers’ freedoms. He is a trusted voice on economic prosperity and educational opportunity. His leadership will be instrumental in achieving our policy goals and improving the lives of Granite Staters.
State Rep. Erica Layon (Rockingham-13)
Rep. Erica Layon is a leader in healthcare and education policy reforms. She avidly supports Education Freedom Accounts and expands opportunities for students and families. As Vice Chair of the Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs Committee, she has partnered with AFP-NH to expand healthcare access and achieve necessary reforms. Granite Staters can rely on Rep. Layon to play a key role in achieving lower health care costs and greater opportunity.
State Rep. John Potucek (Rockingham-13)
Rep. John Potucek’s leadership is necessary to achieve AFP-NH’s policy goals to expand freedom and opportunity across the Granite State. Potucek has leveraged his leadership position on the House Commerce Committee to align members on critical issues like regulatory reforms that expand healthcare access, labor issues that protect rights, and education reforms that increase opportunity for Granite State students.
Cale Houston (Rockingham-15)
Cale Houston is a fresh voice who understands how burdensome regulations negatively impact small businesses and the economy. He is ready to tackle critical issues that curb freedom and support policies encouraging prosperity, like expanding educational opportunities, addressing the housing crisis, and supporting workers’ rights.
Brandon Stevens (Merrimack-25)
Brandon Stevens will be a solid addition to the State House and will play an active role as a pro-liberty legislator. He supports economically responsible policies like lowering taxes, protecting workers’ rights, and accountable labor reforms. He will be a critical voice in achieving these key policy goals.
