Press Releases

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                                              Friday, December 5, 2008

Contact: Senator Peter Bragdon

(603) 271-2709

 

SENATE REPUBLICANS NAME LEADERSHIP TEAM
Bragdon Appoints Odell and Downing to Deputy Positions

CONCORD -- Senate Republican Leader Peter Bragdon today named Senators Robert Odell of Lempster and Michael Downing of Salem as deputy minority leaders.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Wednesday, December 03, 2008

MEDIA CONTACT

Jamie Radice (202) 225-5456

 

Shea-Porter Urges State Department to Keep Dover Call Center Open

Washington, DC – Today, Congresswoman Carol Shea-Porter urged Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice to renew the State Department’s contract with AT&T in order to prevent the closing of the National Passport Information Center in Dover.  The call center, which is scheduled to close in February, currently employs more than 300 people. In a letter to Secretary Rice, Shea-Porter noted the call center’s importance to the local economy and the excellent service it has provided the State Department for more than 10 years.

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For Immediate Release

December 3, 2008

Contact:        Mark Bergman

                202-225-5206

 

Congressman Paul Hodes Urges Secretary of State Rice to Reconsider Closing Dover Call Center

 

Washington, DC---- Congressman Paul Hodes today joined Governor John Lynch and Congresswoman Carol Shea-Porter to urge Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice to reconsider their decision to close the AT&T Call Center in Dover, which employees over 300 Granite Staters. A similar letter was sent to Senator Hillary Clinton, President-elect Obama’s Secretary of State Nominee. The full text of the letter is below.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                 Wednesday, December 3, 2008

Contact: Senator Sylvia Larsen

(603) 271-2111

 

SENATE ELECTS LARSEN AS SENATE PRESIDENT ON ORGANIZATION DAY

 

CONCORD – The newly elected state Senate met formally for the first time today and chose Senator Sylvia Larsen (D-Concord) to serve as Senate President for a second two-year session.

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December 3, 2008

For Immediate Release

Contact Cissy Taylor

House Information Officer

(603) 271-3664

Cissy.taylor@leg.state.nh.us

 

 

NORELLI RE-ELECTED SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE

 

 

            CONCORD – Members of the New Hampshire House of Representatives were sworn in today, marking the beginning of the 161st  session of the New Hampshire General Court.

            Of the 400 members of the third largest legislative body in the English-speaking world, 264 were re-elected, 40 have served in the House at some time in the past, and 96 are freshmen. There are 224 Democrats and 176 Republicans.

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For Immediate Release:                                          Contact: Colin Manning
Wednesday, December 3, 2008                     (603) 271-2121
                                                          
Gov. Lynch: State Ready to Assist Workers at Dover Call Center

CONCORD - Gov. John Lynch today said the state will do all it can to assist workers who will be laid off from the AT&T call center in Dover. Company officials announced today they will be closing the center in February, impacting more than 300 employees.

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For Immediate Release

December 3, 2008

Contact:        Mark Bergman (Hodes)

                202-225-5206

                Rory Sheehan (Delahunt)

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    Hodes, Delahunt File Legislation to Keep Families in Their Homes

  202-225-3111

Bill Would Give Bankruptcy Judges The Ability To Modify Toxic Mortgages

 

Washington, DC – Today, Congressman Paul Hodes (D-NH) and Congressman Bill Delahunt (D-MA) announced they have introduced legislation to address the foreclosure crisis and guard against the potential misuse of taxpayer dollars.

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For Immediate Release:                                          Contact: Colin Manning
Monday, November 24, 2008                               (603) 271-2121
                                                           

Gov. Lynch: State's Stay Warm NH Efforts to Help Families Stay Warm Are Continuing

Governor thanks the many volunteers, donor; Says help is still needed

CONCORD - The State of New Hampshire and its partners are continuing efforts to help New Hampshire families and seniors stay warm this winter, through heating assistance and weatherization.

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For Immediate Release
November 21, 2008

Ray Buckley
(603) 225-6899
 
Brunelle Named NHDP Executive Director

New Hampshire Democratic Party Chairman Raymond Buckley today announced that his choice for Executive Director is current Political Director of the NHDP Michael Brunelle. Read More >

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                      Friday, November 21, 2008

Contact: Senator Lou D’Allesandro

(603) 271-2600

 

SENATE FINANCE COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN SUPPORTS GOVERNOR’S CUTS

 

CONCORD – Senate Finance Committee Chairman Lou D’Allesandro praised the governor today for his continuing efforts to rein in spending as the global economic crisis takes its toll on state revenues.

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For Immediate Release:                                  Contact: Colin Manning
Friday, November 21, 2008                                       (603) 271-2121
                                                               
Gov. Lynch Delivers Spending Cuts As
National Economic Downturn Continues

Fiscal Committee Approves Financial Strategy As Part of Continuing Efforts to Address National Economic Slowdown

CONCORD - Gov. John Lynch today presented the Joint Legislative Fiscal Committee with a financial strategy to address a projected revenue shortfall and help ensure the state has a balanced budget by the end of the current fiscal year.

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New Hampshire Advantage Coalition Vows to Fight for Tax Cap

November 20th, 2008

Concord, NH-Despite being reviewed and approved by 3 state agencies, and the ballot group who put the initiative up for referendum bending over backwards to oblige the city council, Concord City Solicitor Paul Cavanaugh has challenged a tax and spending restriction charter amendment for the city in the Merrimack Superior Court.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Wednesday, November 19, 2008

MEDIA CONTACT

Jamie Radice (202) 225-5456

 

 

 

Shea-Porter Applauds Mileage Reimbursement Increase for Veterans

 

Washington, DC – Congresswoman Carol Shea-Porter today was pleased to announce that mileage reimbursement rates for veterans have been increased, from 28.5 to 41.5 cents per mile. 

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For Immediate Release:                                  Contact: Colin Manning
Tuesday, November 18, 2008                                      (603) 271-2121
                                                               
Gov. Lynch to Nominate Kevin Clougherty of Manchester
To Serve As Commissioner of Revenue Administration

CONCORD - Gov. John Lynch announced today he will nominate Kevin Clougherty, the longtime Finance Director for the City of Manchester, to serve as commissioner of the state Department of Revenue Administration at tomorrow's Governor and Council meeting. The Executive Council must approve the nomination.

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                        Monday, November 17, 2008

Contact: Representative Emma Rous (603) 868-7030

Senator Molly Kelly (603) 271-7803

 

 

COMMITTEE APPROVES ACCOUNTABILITY REPORT

 

CONCORD – The Joint Legislative Oversight Committee on Accountability for an Adequate Education approved its final report today, sending its recommendations on to be considered for possible legislation in 2009.

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For Immediate Release:
November 10, 2008

Manchester, NH - Just days after the November election, the once off in the
distance dull drumbeat for an income tax here in New Hampshire is getting
noticeably louder. In an event held by the Portsmouth Chamber of Commerce
Government affairs Committee, Speaker Norelli, Representatives McEachern,
DiPentima and other Portsmouth Reps. have taken the first steps towards
reversing the New Hampshire Advantage by adding an income tax.

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Rochester voters approve tax cap by 70%

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For Immediate Release
November 5, 2008

Katie List
(603) 219-6391
 
ELECTION REVIEW: NEW HAMPSHIRE DEMOCRATIC MILESTONES
 

(Manchester) As New Hampshire celebrates electing a Democratic President, a Democratic Senator, two Democratic members of Congress, a Democratic Governor, a Democratic-majority Executive Council and Democratic majorities in the New Hampshire House and Senate, it's worth reflecting on the truly historic nature of this election. Below are a few of the electoral milestones reached last night:

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Rochester's Tax Cap Passes in Landslide
Taxpayers in two communities overwhelmingly picked lower taxes and smaller
Government

For Immediate Release:
November 5, 2008

Manchester, NH - The Economy is down, tax and spending is up, however in
Rochester and Somersworth we see a ray of hope. When given the chance to
voice their opinions, taxpayers picked lower taxes and the preservation of
the New Hampshire Advantage. The combined vote of both Rochester's and
Somersworth's taxpayers on their respective caps, proves that the New
Hampshire Advantage is alive and it lives in the hearts of the taxpayers.

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For Immediate Release

 

Bob Bruce for Executive Council (District 4)

 

Contact: Bob Bruce (603)674-1603

 

www.bobbruce.org

 

bobbruce@comcast.net

 

 

Monday, November 03, 2008

 

Bruce for Executive Council, Forgotten Voters Tour

 

Executive Council Candidate Bob Bruce will be reaching out to the "Forgotten Voters" of District 4, Monday evening through Tuesday morning throughout the District.

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