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Maggie Hassan's Issue Positions (Political Courage Test)

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  • "Good News: For Granite State seniors on Medicare, you'll soon be able to order at-home COVID tests for free. Glad to be part of this bipartisan effort to expand access & ensure we give all Americans the tools to fight this virus." (twitter.com)
  • "People of all ages and all abilities can struggle with eating disorders. That's why I've joined Senator @lisamurkowski to introduce the Nutrition CARE Act, which will expand access to medical care for Medicare beneficiaries with eating disorders." (twitter.com)
  • "Postpartum depression and other perinatal health challenges can obviously exacerbate substance use disorders. Expanded Medicaid and ACA plans have helped ensure that mothers with substance use disorders have access to the specialized care that they need," said Senator Hassan. "In New Hampshire, Dartmouth-Hitchcock's "Moms in Recovery' program provides access to mental health professionals, child care, women's health care, and medication-assisted treatment, among other supports." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Senator Hassan has worked to support our seniors so that they can retire with the dignity that they have earned. She is strongly opposed to efforts to privatize or cut Medicare and Social Security — and has a long record of fighting to strengthen both programs so that every senior can have the quality of life they deserve." (maggiehassan.com)
  • "Corporate special interests have an out-sized voice in Washington -- we must give power back to the people," said Hassan. "Granite Staters and Americans across the political spectrum agree: we need to reduce the influence of money in politics. I hope my colleagues on both sides of the aisle will join us in working to overturn the disastrous Citizens United decision." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Since the Supreme Court's deeply flawed decision that equated the Constitutional rights of United States citizens with the special interests of powerful corporations, American democracy has been flooded with dark money," said Senator Shaheen. "The injection of dark money into our elections has opened the door for big corporations to drown out the voices of everyday Americans, and empowered malicious actors abroad with the ability to exploit the secretive campaign finance process. This legislation will bring much-needed transparency to our elections by requiring organizations to publicly report their political spending, and it's a measure that should be brought up for a vote as soon as possible." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of S 2093 "For the People Act of 2021" (votesmart.org)
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  • "This bipartisan national defense bill includes crucial measures to keep our country safe, secure, and free, as well as a number of New Hampshire-specific priorities, including critical investments for New Hampshire's Air National Guard and the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard," (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of S 1605 "National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022" (votesmart.org)
  • "Just in – Manchester airport is receiving more than $4 million from the bipartisan infrastructure bill that we passed into law, with funding going towards critical updates to improve travelers’ experience and energy efficiency." (twitter.com)
  • "The bipartisan infrastructure package will make a huge difference in getting our infrastructure where it needs to be so that our small businesses and economy can thrive. Because of this bipartisan infrastructure deal, we're going to see potholes fixed and bridges repaired, clean drinking water for our kids and coastlines better protected from extreme weather, and high-speed internet in towns across the state," said Senator Hassan. "This type of meaningful investment in our country is the result of reaching across the aisle to find our common ground in love of country. Working alongside my Democratic and Republican colleagues, we were able to do just that and I look forward to seeing the impact of our infrastructure package in New Hampshire and across our country in the months and years ahead." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 3684 "Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "This is great news. We passed the CARES Act to help get medical supplies to the front lines and I thank Dean Kamen for his round-the-clock efforts to deliver these supplies. I'll keep working with @GovChrisSununu and our Congressional delegation to get NH the supplies we need." (twitter.com)
  • "This pandemic is taking an unprecedented toll on public health and our economy, and our communities need substantial support for everything from medical supplies to child care and public transit," said Hassan. "On top of the $1.25 billion already announced for New Hampshire state and local government, this additional funding will help address some of the most pressing needs for our families and communities. We will keep working together as a Congressional Delegation and with the governor to get critical funding and supplies to those on the frontlines and communities across our state." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of HR 748 "Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "The Inflation Reduction Act is on its way to the President’s desk. For too long, Big Pharma & Big Oil have called the shots. Today, we finally passed meaningful, common sense legislation to drive down prescription drug and energy costs. I look forward to it becoming law." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 4521 "America COMPETES Act of 2022" (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 5376 “Inflation Reduction Act of 2022” (votesmart.org)
  • "We passed it. The Inflation Reduction Act will lower prescription drug and energy costs and take action to combat climate change — all while bringing down the deficit and fighting inflation. This bill delivers on Granite Staters' priorities & I urge the House to pass it ASAP." (twitter.com)
  • "An entire generation is being held back by student debt. I've joined my colleagues in introducing legislation that would allow students to refinance their loans at a lower interest rate and help relieve the burden of student debt." (twitter.com)
  • "Student loan debt is burdening young Americans and dragging our economy down with it. This commonsense bill will help make it easier for borrowers to make their payments while giving them the freedom to pursue their careers." (twitter.com)
  • "We need to expand our student loan repayment and forgiveness programs — Americans are counting on it." (twitter.com)
  • "A year ago today, America lost a giant when Congressman John Lewis passed. We must honor John Lewis’ legacy and protect Americans’ fundamental right to vote by passing the John Lewis Voting Rights Act." (twitter.com)
  • "Congress must act to protect Americans' most fundamental freedom: the right to vote. I urge my colleagues to join me in voting YES on today's voting rights legislation — it's critical to our democracy." (twitter.com)
  • "Protecting the right to vote is not only our Constitutional responsibility — it's also our moral responsibility. Today, the Senate is debating voting rights legislation. As attacks on voting rights are being waged across the country, we must act to protect our democracy." (twitter.com)
  • "We just reintroduced the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act. Recently, we’ve seen a flood of anti-voting rights bills across the country — and they're undermining the bedrock of our democracy. It's time we passed this bill and stood up for the fundamental right to vote." (twitter.com)
  • "I'm proud to be endorsed by the LCV Action Fund. From the White Mountains to the Seacoast, communities across New Hampshire are already feeling the effects of climate change. I'm committed to building a clean energy economy for New Hampshire and the country." (twitter.com)
  • "Keene has big plans — it’s working to run entirely on clean and renewable energy by 2050. Today, I spoke with local leaders about how the bipartisan infrastructure bill we passed in the Senate can help Keene reach its goal." (twitter.com)
  • "To combat climate change, we must build a cleaner energy future. Today I visited Hitchiner Manufacturing in Milford to tour the solar array they're building and talk about the importance of investing in renewable energy infrastructure." (twitter.com)
  • "BREAKING: The House just followed the Senate's lead in voting to #CutMethane emissions, which will protect our planet and economy. This is a big step forward in addressing climate change, and I'm excited to see @POTUS sign this legislation into law." (twitter.com)
  • Rated 99% by League of Conservation Voters (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "The Supreme Court’s decision to limit the EPA’s ability to manage greenhouse gas emissions will further exacerbate the climate crisis. This ruling will have severe impacts that will affect all Americans." (twitter.com)
  • Rated 7% by National Rifle Association (NRA) (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "The bipartisan deal on gun safety is an important step forward. For the first time in a generation, Congress could act on gun violence. This will help save lives, and I urge my colleagues to move forward in getting this done." (twitter.com)
  • "Today we #WearOrange to mark National Gun Violence Awareness Day. As our nation grieves from recent acts of brutality & gun violence, we must recognize that Black Americans are disproportionately affected by gun violence & that we have much work ahead of us to right this wrong." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of S 2938 "Bipartisan Safer Communities Act" (votesmart.org)
  • "The #AffordableCareAct turns 11 today. It's given comprehensive care to millions of Americans and protected people with pre-existing conditions. The last COVID-19 relief package gave additional premium assistance – and I'll keep working to build on the ACA." (twitter.com)
  • "Today the Supreme Court will hear the Trump administration-backed lawsuit against the Affordable Care Act. If the ACA is overturned it would be devastating for tens of millions of Americans, including people who experience disabilities." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 6201 “Families First Coronavirus Response Act” (votesmart.org)
  • "We are the only industrialized nation without a national paid leave policy. The ONLY one. It's time to change that." (twitter.com)
  • "American workers deserve paid sick leave. Full stop." (twitter.com)
  • "I am encouraged by the agreement on the Inflation Reduction Act, which will fight inflation, pay down the deficit, make prescription drugs cheaper, and lower energy costs." (twitter.com)
  • "The Inflation Reduction Act is on its way to the President’s desk. For too long, Big Pharma & Big Oil have called the shots. Today, we finally passed meaningful, common sense legislation to drive down prescription drug and energy costs. I look forward to it becoming law." (twitter.com)
  • "We need to make prescription drugs more affordable. One way to do that? Importing medications from Canada." (twitter.com)
  • "We passed it. The Inflation Reduction Act will lower prescription drug and energy costs and take action to combat climate change — all while bringing down the deficit and fighting inflation. This bill delivers on Granite Staters' priorities & I urge the House to pass it ASAP." (twitter.com)
  • "I stood on the Senate floor today with a group of bipartisan Senators to send a clear message — let’s pass a clean 3-week bill to reopen the government while we commit to passing strong, bipartisan border security during that time. It’s time for this shutdown to end." (twitter.com)
  • "I've joined my colleagues in calling on President Trump to immediately stop the cruel policy of separating children from their families at the border. We must work to strengthen border security while remaining true to the values that make us strong." (twitter.com)
  • Rated 0% by NumbersUSA (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "Every day, approximately 122 DACA recipients lose their status. That means as of today, 12,726 hard-working young men and women are at risk of losing opportunities they have worked so hard for. We must pass the #DreamActNow." (twitter.com)
  • "For hundreds of thousands of young people, DACA was a chance at the American dream. They were able to work, study, and plan for a future. A year ago today, President Trump rescinded DACA, throwing the lives of these young people into limbo. Let's give them a future and #SaveDACA" (twitter.com)
  • "Immigration enforcement should focus on people who are criminals and threats to public safety, not young people who often have no significant connections to the countries of their births, and whose energy, hard work and innovation are vital components of our economic future. President Trump's decision to go back on his word to protect these young people is harmful and wrong. I strongly support the bipartisan DREAM Act and previously joined my colleagues in urging President Trump to protect these young people who have great potential to continue contributing to our society and economy. Members of both parties have expressed support for continuing this program, and I urge my colleagues to come together across party lines immediately to support these young people." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • Voted against S Amdt 1948 "Stop Dangerous Sanctuary Cities Act (Toomey Amendment)" (votesmart.org)
  • "Further sanctions on Russia, Iran, and North Korea make clear that we will hold them accountable." (twitter.com)
  • "I joined my colleagues in introducing a bipartisan bill to levy immediate, serious sanctions against Turkey. The so-called “ceasefire” announced today does not change the fact that Turkey’s actions are reprehensible and have made America – and the world – less safe." (twitter.com)
  • "It's clear that our sanctions thus far are having a real impact on the Russian economy, but we must also sanction Russian oil and gas to further undermine their ability to wage war. The U.S. and our allies must not back down in the face of Putin's aggression." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 7691 “Making emergency supplemental appropriations for assistance for the situation in Ukraine for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022, and for other purposes.” (votesmart.org)
  • "This morning a bipartisan group of my colleagues and I virtually met with President Zelensky. His courage and leadership have rallied the world. US and NATO must continue to provide support and aid to Ukraine. #StandWithUkraine" (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of H.R. 7691 “Making emergency supplemental appropriations for assistance for the situation in Ukraine for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2022, and for other purposes.” (votesmart.org)
  • Voted in favor of S. 3522 “Ukraine Democracy Defense Lend-Lease Act of 2022” (votesmart.org)
  • "I’ll keep working to cut taxes, promote bipartisan fiscal responsibility, and move our economy forward." (twitter.com)
  • Rated 6% by National Tax Limitation Committee (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "This week, I called on my colleagues to provide Americans immediate relief by suspending the federal gas tax for the rest of the year. Instead, Republicans blocked my legislation with talking points straight out of Big Oil’s playbook. I will continue to stand up to Big Oil." (twitter.com)
  • "I applaud today's passage of the USMCA, which will help to level the playing field for New Hampshire businesses and consumers, support our small businesses and dairy farmers, and cut red tape for our businesses," Senator Hassan said. "Thanks to the good-faith efforts of Democrats and Republicans alike, the USMCA will help businesses and consumers thrive and includes key labor and environmental enforcement standards. I will keep working with members of both parties on critical priorities to support economic growth and expand opportunity for all Granite Staters and Americans." (justfacts.votesmart.org)
  • "The Trump Administration's tariffs on steel and aluminum are hurting New Hampshire businesses like Extreme Networks. I visited today to talk about my bipartisan bill to help relieve that burden and discuss how we're working to protect our economy from these misguided policies." (twitter.com)
  • Voted in favor of HR 5430 "United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement Implementation Act" (votesmart.org)
This candidate has responded to a Political Courage Test in a previous election. As a continued effort to provide the American public with factual information on candidates running for public office, these archived responses are made available here.
The Political Courage Test asks candidates which items they will support if elected. It does not ask them to indicate which items they will oppose. Through extensive research of public polling data, we discovered that voters are more concerned with what candidates would support when elected to office, not what they oppose. If a candidate does not select a response to any part or all of any question, it does not necessarily indicate that the candidate is opposed to that particular item.

Indicate which principles you support (if any) regarding abortion.

a) Abortions should always be illegal.
X b) Abortions should always be legal.
c) Abortions should be legal only within the first trimester of pregnancy.
d) Abortions should be legal when the pregnancy resulted from incest or rape.
e) Abortions should be legal when the life of the woman is endangered.
f) Prohibit public funding of abortions and of organizations that advocate or perform abortions.
X g) Allow pharmacists to dispense emergency contraceptive pills without a prescription.
h) Other or expanded principles

State Budget: Indicate the funding levels (#1-6) you will support for the following general categories. Select one level per category.State Taxes: Indicate the tax levels (#1-6) you will support. Select one level per tax.j) Do you support the adoption of a taxpayers’ bill of rights, which would:

Slightly Increase a) Education (Higher)
Maintain Status b) Education (K-12)
Slightly Increase c) Environment
Slightly Increase d) Health care
Maintain Status e) Law enforcement
Maintain Status f) Transportation and highway infrastructure
Maintain Status g) Welfare
h) Other or expanded categories
Maintain Status a) Alcohol taxes
Maintain Status b) Capital gains taxes
Slightly Increase c) Cigarette taxes
Maintain Status d) Corporate taxes
Maintain Status e) Gasoline taxes
Slightly Decrease f) Property taxes
Maintain Status g) Vehicle taxes
h) Other or expanded categories
Undecided i) Should Internet sales be taxed?
No 1) cap spending at the rate of inflation plus population growth?
No 2) require a two-thirds majority to override the cap?
No 3) require a two-thirds majority to raise taxes?
k) Other or expanded principles

Indicate which principles you support (if any) regarding campaign finance and government reform.c) Do you support limiting the following types of contributions to state legislative and gubernatorial candidates?

No a) Do you support limiting the number of terms for New Hampshire governors?
No b) Do you support limiting the number of terms for New Hampshire state senators and representatives?
Yes 1) Individual
Yes 2) PAC
Yes 3) Corporate
Undecided 4) Political Parties
Yes d) Do you support requiring full and timely disclosure of campaign finance information?
Undecided e) Do you support imposing spending limits on state level political campaigns?
Yes f) Do you support adopting statewide standards for counting, verifying, and ensuring accuracy of votes?
Yes g) Do you support prohibiting the reporting of media exit polling results until all polling locations in New Hampshire are closed?
Yes h) Should New Hampshire recognize civil unions between same-sex couples?
Undecided i) Should New Hampshire restrict marriage to a union only between a man and a woman?
j) Other or expanded principles

Indicate which principles you support (if any) regarding crime.

a) Increase state funds for construction of state prisons and for hiring of additional prison staff.
b) Support the death penalty in New Hampshire.
X c) Raise the minimum execution age in New Hampshire from 17 to 18.
X d) Support programs to provide prison inmates with vocational and job-related skills and job-placement assistance when released.
X e) End parole for repeat violent offenders.
X f) Implement penalties other than incarceration for certain non-violent offenders.
g) Decriminalize the possession of small amounts of marijuana.
h) Strengthen penalties and sentences for drug-related crimes.
i) Minors accused of a violent crime should be prosecuted as adults.
X j) Increase state funding for community centers and other social agencies in areas with at-risk youth.
X k) Increase funding for state and local emergency agencies to prevent and to respond to terrorist attacks.
l) Other or expanded principles

Indicate which principles you support (if any) regarding education.

a) Support national standards and testing of public school students.
b) Provide parents with state-funded vouchers to send their children to any public school.
c) Provide parents with state-funded vouchers to send their children to any private or religious school.
d) Increase state funds for school capital improvements (e.g. buildings and infrastructure).
e) Increase state funds for hiring additional teachers.
X f) Funds from affluent school districts should be redirected to meet the needs of poorer districts.
X g) Increase the cigarette tax to raise revenue for education.
h) Support teacher testing and reward with merit pay.
i) Endorse voluntary prayer in public schools.
j) Require public schools to administer high school exit exams.
k) Provide state funding to increase teacher salaries.
X l) Increase funding for Head Start programs.
m) Provide state funding for tax incentives and financial aid to help make college more affordable.
X n) Support sexual education programs that include information on abstinence, contraceptives, and HIV/STD prevention methods.
o) Support abstinence-only sexual education programs.
p) Other or expanded principles

Employment: Indicate which principles you support (if any) regarding employment.Affirmative Action: Should race, ethnicity, or gender be taken into account in state agencies’ decisions on:

X a) Increase funding for state job-training programs that re-train displaced workers and teach skills needed in today’s job market.
b) Reduce state government regulations on the private sector in order to encourage investment and economic expansion.
c) Provide low interest loans and tax credits for starting, expanding, or relocating businesses.
X d) Provide tax credits for businesses that provide child care for children in low-income working families.
e) Increase state funds to provide child care for children in low-income working families.
X f) Increase the state minimum wage.
g) Other or expanded principles
Yes a) Public employment
Yes b) State college and university admissions
Yes c) State contracting
d) Other or expanded principles

Indicate which principles you support (if any) regarding the environment and energy.

X a) Promote increased use of alternative fuel technology.
b) Support increased production of traditional domestic energy sources (e.g. coal, natural gas, and oil).
X c) Use state funds to clean up former industrial and commercial sites that are contaminated, unused, or abandoned.
X d) Increase funding for New Hampshire’s Land and Community Heritage Investment program.
e) Increase the penalty for taking land out of Current Use status.
X f) Enact environmental regulations even if they are stricter than federal law.
X g) Other or expanded principles
I support use of state funds for clean up of commercial sites only if federal funding is unavailable

Indicate which principles you support (if any) regarding guns.

a) Maintain and strengthen the enforcement of existing state restrictions on the purchase and possession of guns.
b) Ease state restrictions on the purchase and possession of guns.
c) Repeal state restrictions on the purchase and possession of guns.
d) Allow citizens to carry concealed guns.
X e) Require manufacturers to provide child-safety locks on guns.
f) Require background checks on gun sales between private citizens at gun shows.
g) Require a license for gun possession.
X h) Other or expanded principles
I support NH's current gun law, which requires permits for concealed weapons. I MIGHT support background checks at gun shows.

Indicate which principles you support (if any) regarding health.

X a) Ensure that citizens have access to basic health care through managed care, insurance reforms, or state-funded care where necessary.
b) Transfer more existing Medicaid recipients into managed care programs.
c) Limit the amount of punitive damages that can be awarded in medical malpractice lawsuits.
d) Support patients' right to sue their HMOs.
X e) Support patients' right to appeal to an administrative board of specialists when services are denied.
f) Guaranteed medical care to all citizens is not a responsibility of state government.
g) Legalize physician assisted suicide in New Hampshire.
h) Allow doctors to prescribe marijuana to their patients for medicinal purposes.
i) Other or expanded principles

Indicate which principles you support (if any) regarding welfare and poverty.

a) Support increased work requirements for able-bodied welfare recipients.
X b) Increase funding for employment and job training programs for welfare recipients.
X c) Increase access to public transportation for welfare recipients who work.
d) Limit benefits given to recipients if they have additional children while on welfare.
e) Redirect welfare funding to faith-based and community-based private organizations.
X f) Use federal TANF (Temporary Assistance to Needy Families) funds to extend health and child care subsidies to the working poor.
g) Support marriage promotion programs for welfare recipients.
h) Eliminate government-funded welfare programs.
i) Other or expanded principles
Please explain in a total of 75 words or less, your top two or three priorities if elected. If they require additional funding for implementation, please explain how you would obtain this funding.

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