2012-2013 State Budget Discussions

9 members Latest Activity: Dec 12, 2011

Democratic Gov. John Lynch proposed a $10.7 billion biennial budget. The Republican-controlled House responded with a $10.17 billion budget. Will…

Roadside Litter Discussions

4 members Latest Activity: Apr 30

Should New Hampshire citizens participate in roadside cleanups?

Future of Earmarks Discussions

4 members Latest Activity: Dec 16, 2011

Earmarks are viewed alternately as a valuable funding tool for local projects and organization, or as a example of the abuse of the political…

Immigration Reform Discussions

17 members Latest Activity: Dec 17, 2011

Recent action by Arizona pits the issue as a states-rights issue versus a federal issue. Who is best suited to address immigration?

LLC Tax Discussions

8 members Latest Activity: Jun 2, 2010

Should LLCs be forced to pay the state's interest and dividends tax?

RGGI Discussions

7 members Latest Activity: Dec 13, 2011

Have you heard of RGGI?

Northern Pass Discussions

11 members Latest Activity: Dec 17, 2011

Backers say it will bring green power and jobs, but others feel the damage outweighs the benefits.…

'Evergreen' Clause Discussions

2 members Latest Activity: Mar 1

The state Legislature is considering a law that would eliminate the so-called "evergreen clause" from public employee contracts.

Repeal 17th Amendment Discussions

5 members Latest Activity: Dec 18, 2011

The rise of Republicans has given rise to a conservative cause -- repeal of the 17th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution.

Prison Reform Discussions

6 members Latest Activity: Dec 17, 2011

By strengthening the probation and rehabilitation of released prisoners, New Hampshire hopes to reduce its prison population and bring a…

Age Limits for Judges, Sheriffs Discussions

2 members Latest Activity: Mar 29, 2011

Should the state repeal its age limit on state judges and sheriffs?

Distracted Driving Discussions

10 members Latest Activity: Dec 15, 2011

Should you be allowed to talk on a cell phone or send a text message while driving?

Wind Farms Discussions

16 members Latest Activity: Jul 18, 2011

To some people wind farms are ugly monsters, to others they are green energy. Where do you stand?

School Funding Discussions

8 members Latest Activity: Feb 28

The recent history of education funding in New Hampshire is a history of court cases. Do we need a new way to fund K-12 education?

Seabrook Nuclear Power Plant Discussions

3 members Latest Activity: Dec 14, 2011

NextEra Energy Seabrook has filed an application with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) to renew the Seabrook Nuclear Power plant's…

Public Employee Contracts Discussions

4 members Latest Activity: Dec 26, 2011

The 2011 Legislature is considering bills that could have a significant impact on public employee contracts. One is now law; one is pending.

Commuter Rail Discussions

12 members Latest Activity: Dec 18, 2011

Is commuter rail service a good idea for New Hampshire?

Redistricting Discussions

5 members Latest Activity: Dec 17, 2011

New Hampshire will assess its congressional districts this year. But the Granite State will do its redistricting under the requirement of a 2006…

Transparency in the JCC Discussions

2 members Latest Activity: May 19, 2010

Is it enough to put a judge's reprimand on file and deem it public record? Or should the state's Judicial Conduct Committee be taking a more…

Motorcycle Helmet Law Discussions

16 members Latest Activity: May 22, 2011

Should legislators pass a law requiring motorcyclists wear helmets?