2022 NH Legislative Scorecard 2021-
The following scorecard lists several key votes in the New Hampshire Legislature in 2021-2022 and ranks their State Senators and House Representatives based on their fidelity to (U.S.) constitutional and limited-government principles.
This is our first state-level Scorecard; the selected votes may not be reflective of legislators' overall records. Their cumulative scores will change as we add more votes. Please check regularly for updates.
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Senate Votes
1. Background Checks
Authorizes the FBI to conduct all National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) searches concerning the purchase, sale, and transfer of firearms through Federal Firearm Licensees operating in New Hampshire.
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Constitutional Vote: No
2. Federal Vaccine Mandate
Prohibits state enforcement of any federal law, order, or rule that requires an individual, as a condition of employment or any other activity, to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19.
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Constitutional Vote: Yes
3. Budget
Authorizes the state budget, which reduced state spending by $172 million over the prior state budget.
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Constitutional Vote: Yes
4. Religious Liberty
Provides that, during a state of emergency, the state shall permit religious organizations to operate to the same degree as other organizations that provide essential services or are vital to public health and welfare.
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Constitutional Vote: Yes
5. Right to Work
Would make New Hampshire a Right to Work state, prohibiting collective bargaining agreements that require employees to join a labor union.
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Constitutional Vote: Yes
6. Nullification-Gun Rights
Prohibits any governing body or person in the state of New Hampshire from using resources to violate our constitutional rights regarding firearms and accessories.
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Constitutional Vote: Yes
How did they vote?
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-012
1. Background Checks
2. Federal Vaccine Mandate
3. Budget
4. Religious Liberty
5. Right to Work
6. Nullification-Gun Rights
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-019
1. Background Checks
2. Federal Vaccine Mandate
3. Budget
4. Religious Liberty
5. Right to Work
6. Nullification-Gun Rights
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-003
1. Background Checks
2. Federal Vaccine Mandate
3. Budget
4. Religious Liberty
5. Right to Work
6. Nullification-Gun Rights
67% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-014
1. Background Checks
2. Federal Vaccine Mandate
3. Budget
4. Religious Liberty
5. Right to Work
6. Nullification-Gun Rights
17% Report Score
Democrat · Dist. SD-016
1. Background Checks
2. Federal Vaccine Mandate
3. Budget
4. Religious Liberty
5. Right to Work
6. Nullification-Gun Rights
17% Report Score
Democrat · Dist. SD-020
1. Background Checks
2. Federal Vaccine Mandate
3. Budget
4. Religious Liberty
5. Right to Work
6. Nullification-Gun Rights
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-011
1. Background Checks
2. Federal Vaccine Mandate
3. Budget
4. Religious Liberty
5. Right to Work
6. Nullification-Gun Rights
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-007
1. Background Checks
2. Federal Vaccine Mandate
3. Budget
4. Religious Liberty
5. Right to Work
6. Nullification-Gun Rights
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-023
1. Background Checks
2. Federal Vaccine Mandate
3. Budget
4. Religious Liberty
5. Right to Work
6. Nullification-Gun Rights
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-002
1. Background Checks
2. Federal Vaccine Mandate
3. Budget
4. Religious Liberty
5. Right to Work
6. Nullification-Gun Rights
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-006
1. Background Checks
2. Federal Vaccine Mandate
3. Budget
4. Religious Liberty
5. Right to Work
6. Nullification-Gun Rights
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-001
1. Background Checks
2. Federal Vaccine Mandate
3. Budget
4. Religious Liberty
5. Right to Work
6. Nullification-Gun Rights
17% Report Score
Democrat · Dist. SD-010
1. Background Checks
2. Federal Vaccine Mandate
3. Budget
4. Religious Liberty
5. Right to Work
6. Nullification-Gun Rights
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-022
1. Background Checks
2. Federal Vaccine Mandate
3. Budget
4. Religious Liberty
5. Right to Work
6. Nullification-Gun Rights
17% Report Score
Democrat · Dist. SD-021
1. Background Checks
2. Federal Vaccine Mandate
3. Budget
4. Religious Liberty
5. Right to Work
6. Nullification-Gun Rights
17% Report Score
Democrat · Dist. SD-005
1. Background Checks
2. Federal Vaccine Mandate
3. Budget
4. Religious Liberty
5. Right to Work
6. Nullification-Gun Rights
75% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-017
1. Background Checks
2. Federal Vaccine Mandate
3. Budget
4. Religious Liberty
5. Right to Work
6. Nullification-Gun Rights
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-009
1. Background Checks
2. Federal Vaccine Mandate
3. Budget
4. Religious Liberty
5. Right to Work
6. Nullification-Gun Rights
17% Report Score
Democrat · Dist. SD-013
1. Background Checks
2. Federal Vaccine Mandate
3. Budget
4. Religious Liberty
5. Right to Work
6. Nullification-Gun Rights
17% Report Score
Democrat · Dist. SD-024
1. Background Checks
2. Federal Vaccine Mandate
3. Budget
4. Religious Liberty
5. Right to Work
6. Nullification-Gun Rights
17% Report Score
Democrat · Dist. SD-018
1. Background Checks
2. Federal Vaccine Mandate
3. Budget
4. Religious Liberty
5. Right to Work
6. Nullification-Gun Rights
83% Report Score
Republican · Dist. SD-008
1. Background Checks
2. Federal Vaccine Mandate
3. Budget
4. Religious Liberty
5. Right to Work
6. Nullification-Gun Rights
17% Report Score
Democrat · Dist. SD-004
1. Background Checks
2. Federal Vaccine Mandate
3. Budget
4. Religious Liberty
5. Right to Work
6. Nullification-Gun Rights
17% Report Score
Democrat · Dist. SD-015
1. Background Checks
2. Federal Vaccine Mandate
3. Budget
4. Religious Liberty
5. Right to Work
6. Nullification-Gun Rights
