CONCORD, NH – Americans for Prosperity-New Hampshire (AFP-NH) today commended the New Hampshire Senate for passing HB 606, a bill that exempts services provided without remuneration from license requirements for barbering, cosmetology, and esthetics.
Christopher Maidment
AFP-NH Hosts “Save the Filibuster, Save America” with AFP President Tim Phillips
RSVP HERE Join AFP-NH Thursday, May 13 in Salem for a discussion on the filibuster in the United States Senate & the efforts underway to eliminate it. Americans for Prosperity President Tim Phillips comes to New Hampshire to discuss the long term consequences of eliminating the filibuster, followed by a panel discussion including former Senate … Read more
The American Rescue Plan: COVID Relief or Partisan Wishlist?
Early next week Americans for Prosperity is hosting a webinar: The American Rescue Plan: COVID Relief or Partisan Wishlist?
Admitted Sign Thief is Democratic State Rep Candidate
Destruction and removal of political signs is nothing new in the political sphere, especially during the height of a Presidential election. It is, however, against the law in New Hampshire and violators are guilty of a misdemeanor which can subject them to fines up to $1,000 if proven guilty.
“That’s Big Government For You:” Racetrack Won’t Open After AG Threats
Under threat of the state’s attorney general, the Riverside Speedway in Northumberland will not open to the public this weekend, after having opened for business over Memorial Day. “[U]nfortunately, big government is going to win again,” Riverside Speedway said in a Facebook post. “[A]s a family, we have decided to sit this weekend, May 30, … Read more
Nashua Mask Mandate Passes with Fines up to $1,000
Mask-less shoppers in Nashua could face fines up to $1,000 for violating the city’s new mask mandate. The Board of Alderman voted to implement a new emergency ordinance on Thursday evening requiring all persons to wear a cloth face covering to enter any business, multi-unit residential complex or commercial building. Alderman Jan Schmidt, speaking with … Read more
As Lockdown Lingers, Legislators’ Frustrations Begin to Mount – via NHJournal
Via NHJournal – by Christopher Maidment As Gov. Chris Sununu’s business lockdown approaches Day 50, the state legislature also remains closed for business. While Republican Gov. Sununu has been receiving high marks in polls for his handling of the crisis, Republican legislators are frustrated they’re being left out of the process. Unlike the business sector, … Read more
Budget Blowout: Why States are Asking for a Federal Bailout
At Noon Today Join Americans For Prosperity for an in-depth look at why high spending states are asking for a federal bailout and how they got there: The massive impact of COVID-19 has made legislators in DC more friendly than usual to the idea of gargantuan federal spending – and it’s no surprise that some … Read more
VIDEO: Remote Learning Conversation with Commissioner Edelblut
Last night Americans for Prosperity New Hampshire hosted a discussion with Department of Education Commissioner Frank Edelblut and SBOE Chair Drew Cline. The conversation focused on Remote Learning in New Hampshire because of COVID, state policy changes that needed to be made to make it possible, why NH was able to leap into Remote Learning … Read more
Live Free and Rant 4: Every Business is Essential
Another lovely day in the apocalypse, and the US government has still shut down giant chunks of the economy. We go over our brave representative Thomas Massie (R-KY) and his unpopular stand against due process and pork barrel spending in the latest stimulus bill. We also cover the designation of some businesses as “non-essential” in … Read more
NH Liquor Stores Closing Some Locations
New Hampshire Liquor & Wine Outlets announced today on Facebook that they will be temporarily closing some of their locations due to a lack of staffing. These closures have already taken effect, according to a spokesperson for the NHSLC outlets. The locations now temporarily closed are: Milford Jaffrey Walpole Lincoln Hinsdale Winchester Swanzey The Governor … Read more
Tell us YOUR story on Remote Learning
Remote Learning has now been in effect for at least a full week statewide, longer in many districts. I want to hear from you about how it’s going so far. Good stories, bad stories, in between. Shoot me an email with your remote learning experience at chris+remotelearning@maidmentnh.com Look forward to hearing from you!
Live Free and Rant Episode 3: Covidiots, Distance Learning, and Rand’s Last Stand
“In the latest episode of Live Free and Rant we cover the “COVIDiots”, the not-too-bright folks who ingested household cleaners and sealed their demise, as well as the two newest additions to the celebrity infected club: climate activist and carrier of the communism virus Greta Thunberg, and US Senator Rand Paul and his inadvertent quest … Read more
NHGOP Convention Postponed
NHGOP Convention postponed, according to a release today by the New Hampshire Republican State Committee. The convention was originally scheduled for May 2nd. “[T]he NHGOP has decided to postpone the NHGOP Annual Convention that has been previously scheduled for May 2nd, 2020,” the Party said in a release this afternoon. “In following (the CDC and … Read more
Mass Gov Issues ‘Stay-at-Home’ Order
Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker has issued a ‘stay-at-home’ order effective Tuesday, March 24, at noon. It will be in effect for at least two weeks, until April 7 at noon. Governor Baker has said he can extend the order, if necessary. New Hampshire’s Governor Chris Sununu similarly warned this morning that citizens need to get … Read more
Senator Rand Paul Positive for COVID-19
Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) tested positive for COVID-19, according to his Facebook Page. Someone wrote: Senator Rand Paul has tested positive for COVID-19. He is feeling fine and is in quarantine. He is asymptomatic and was tested out of an abundance of caution due to his extensive travel and events. He was not aware of … Read more
To-Go Beer Order Didn’t Go Far Enough – NH Reps
A bipartisan group of 12 representatives have asked Governor Sununu to go further with his Emergency Order aimed to help restaurants and bars weather the COVID-19 health emergency. In a statement released today the legislators ask that bars, restaurants, and breweries be allowed to fill growlers for take-out service or for delivery, regardless of brand … Read more
Market Basket Adopts “Senior Shopping Hour”
Market Basket has announced that beginning immediately they will adopt “Senior Shopping Hour.” From 5:30am to 7am, persons 60+ will be allowed into the stores early, before opening hours at 7am. The stores will continue to be open regular hours – 7am to 7pm Sunday, and 7am to 9pm Monday through Saturday. The move is … Read more
To-Go Beer & Wine Coming to a Bar near You!
Since the Government decided to ban dining in at restaurants, many bars, pubs, taverns, and eateries have been a tad anxious. Understandably, of course. Looking at an uncertain future for your business, bills, personal income, and your employees is an anxiety causing event and makes even veteran business owners uneasy. Some State Reps got to … Read more
Never Let a Good Crisis go to Waste
Yes, the Coronavirus is a real threat, and is now a global crisis. Economies are crashing, businesses are shuttered, people are unemployed. Toilet paper is impossible to find, as is Lysol, Clorox, and other disinfectants. But, naturally, politicians never let a good crisis go to waste. In today’s press conference, President Trump hinted at implementing … Read more