It’s Time to Contact the Senate!
NH House Passes Emergency Reforms along with State Budget
Please contact all 24 senators and ask them to support the budget. As written, the State of Emergency would end.
The N.H. House passed the budget bills today containing the emergency powers reforms that you helped us include, and now the bill is on its way to the Senate. We appreciate the representatives who voted with us today, and we also appreciate you for reminding them to do the right thing. Thank you!
Votes tomorrow and Friday for our other emergency powers bills are still to come as part of this week’s House session.
Now that the N.H. House budget has passed, it will be sent to the Senate, which will work to pass its own version of the budget. We are going to want to contact the Senate and ask them to include emergency powers reforms in the budget. Once the Senate budget is passed, the House and Senate will appoint members to attend a committee of conference to work out the differences. This is the point when we must push the hardest for our Legislature to do the right thing. Assuming the Legislature acts to include the emergency powers reforms, and the amended budget passes both the House and the Senate, the governor will then have five business days to sign the budget, veto the budget, or allow the budget to become law without his signature. We will continue to ask our representatives to deny their support for any budget that does not include these emergency powers reforms.
We are working on several strategies to advance our cause from this point forward. As of today, please contact all 24 senators using the email addresses listed below and ask them to support emergency powers reforms in the budget. You may also use the “Find Your Senator” button to get a phone number to call your own Senator.
Talking points to consider using in your calls and emails:
- The House budget contains comprehensive State of Emergency reforms that the governor promised us last fall, but has since said he won’t sign. Let’s hold the governor to his word and restore the Constitutional balance of powers to the Legislature by including these reforms in the final budget.
- The emergency powers reforms in no way impede the governor’s ability to issue emergency orders during a State of Emergency, but they do create legislative oversight to the extension of State of Emergency declarations to prevent abuses of power.
- The State of Emergency is intricately tied into the budget because the budget defines spending policy for the state and the executive branch is spending our tax dollars to implement its emergency powers, so it is perfectly appropriate for State of Emergency reforms to be in the budget.
- It is imperative the Senate pass the budget so that the Legislature can have a say in the budget process. The Legislature, not the governor, should be creating state laws and setting state spending policy.
- The State of Emergency is over and citizens need to have some normalcy restored so the economy and culture can recover. It’s going to take time, but we cannot let this biennium go by without a return to the Constitutional balance of powers. Passing these reforms in the budget is our best chance we have to restore our government to its intended form.
NH House Passes Emergency Reforms along with State Budget
Please contact all 24 senators and ask them to support the budget. As written, the State of Emergency would end.
The N.H. House passed the budget bills today containing the emergency powers reforms that you helped us include, and now the bill is on its way to the Senate. We appreciate the representatives who voted with us today, and we also appreciate you for reminding them to do the right thing. Thank you!
Votes tomorrow and Friday for our other emergency powers bills are still to come as part of this week’s House session.
Now that the N.H. House budget has passed, it will be sent to the Senate, which will work to pass its own version of the budget. We are going to want to contact the Senate and ask them to include emergency powers reforms in the budget. Once the Senate budget is passed, the House and Senate will appoint members to attend a committee of conference to work out the differences. This is the point when we must push the hardest for our Legislature to do the right thing. Assuming the Legislature acts to include the emergency powers reforms, and the amended budget passes both the House and the Senate, the governor will then have five business days to sign the budget, veto the budget, or allow the budget to become law without his signature. We will continue to ask our representatives to deny their support for any budget that does not include these emergency powers reforms.
We are working on several strategies to advance our cause from this point forward. As of today, please contact all 24 senators using the email addresses listed below and ask them to support emergency powers reforms in the budget. You may also use the “Find Your Senator” button to get a phone number to call your own Senator.
Talking points to consider using in your calls and emails:
- The House budget contains comprehensive State of Emergency reforms that the governor promised us last fall, but has since said he won’t sign. Let’s hold the governor to his word and restore the Constitutional balance of powers to the Legislature by including these reforms in the final budget.
- The emergency powers reforms in no way impede the governor’s ability to issue emergency orders during a State of Emergency, but they do create legislative oversight to the extension of State of Emergency declarations to prevent abuses of power.
- The State of Emergency is intricately tied into the budget because the budget defines spending policy for the state and the executive branch is spending our tax dollars to implement its emergency powers, so it is perfectly appropriate for State of Emergency reforms to be in the budget.
- It is imperative the Senate pass the budget so that the Legislature can have a say in the budget process. The Legislature, not the governor, should be creating state laws and setting state spending policy.
- The State of Emergency is over and citizens need to have some normalcy restored so the economy and culture can recover. It’s going to take time, but we cannot let this biennium go by without a return to the Constitutional balance of powers. Passing these reforms in the budget is our best chance we have to restore our government to its intended form.
N.H. State Senate
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We just learned that NH Rep. Greg Hough (Laconia) lost their home and everything inside, including a family member. Please keep this family in your prayers, and if you are in a position to help the family financially, a Go Fund Me has been setup to replace immediate needs like clothing and shelter: https://gofund.me/bb025ed0
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Helping Higgins Hough support from the House fire, organized by Teal Murphy
Today, Sue Higgins and Greg Hough lost their home and everything inside… Teal Murphy needs your support for Helping Higgins Hough support from the House fire
Breaking: State of Emergency reform in HB 417 passed 328 to 41. That's veto proof!
Here's a nice write-up of yesterday's House session: https://granitegrok.com/blog/2021/04/so-kids-what-did-we-learn-from-wednesdays-house-session-4-7-21
Granite Grok
So Kids... What Did We Learn From Wednesday's House Session (4/7/21)? - Granite Grok
We learned that this budget will cut the statewide property tax by $100 million which will give much-needed property tax relief.
Breaking update from the NH House session: both HB542 and HB440 have passed. These bills provide religious liberty protections during states of emergency (in-person worship shall not be prohibited and free exercise of religion shall not be substantially burdened). On to the Senate!
https://reopennh.com/rebuildnh-celebrates-bipartisan-effort-to-restore-balance-of-powers/
REBUILDNH CELEBRATES BIPARTISAN EFFORT TO RESTORE BALANCE OF POWERS
Representatives Overwhelmingly Vote to Prevent Abuse of Emergency Powers
EAST DERRY, N.H.—The N.H. House of Representatives overwhelmingly declared that no governor ought to use emergency powers the same way as Gov. Chris Sununu ever again, and passed a reform yesterday with a bi-partisan veto-proof majority that will make sure of this.
While the bill, HB 417, does not affect the current state of emergency, it ensures that any governor who declares an emergency in the future will need to work with the Legislature as a co-equal partner like the founders intended. Importantly, the bill would require legislative oversight over any emergency order issued by a governor during a state of emergency to ensure the order is lawful and considers constitutional protections of New Hampshire citizens. The bill passed with an overwhelming bi-partisan, veto-proof majority vote of 328-41.
“The Legislature this week has demonstrated its wisdom by passing a bipartisan bill that would prevent any governor from abusing power and unilaterally making decisions for the citizens of this state during a state of emergency,” said Andrew J. Manuse, chairman of RebuildNH. “It would also be wise for Gov. Chris Sununu to cease his unnecessary criticism of the Legislature, which is constitutionally authorized to pass state laws, and acknowledge that his year-long state of emergency and emergency order extensions have crossed the line. Now would be a good time for him to start a conversation with leaders of the People’s House and start backing out of his alarming unilateral control of the state.”
Gov. Sununu has acted above the law during the State of Emergency by creating, in Emergency Orders 52 and 64, an alternative justice system for businesses accused of violating his emergency orders. Rather than prosecute emergency order offenders in court as the law requires—offering the accused the possibility of a jury trial, the right to face their accuser, and a capped fine if found guilty—Sununu’s system allows hearsay evidence in an administrative hearing within the executive branch and demands payment of excessive fines.
In addition, the governor has waived provisions in the N.H. Constitution, Part 1, Article 2B, just passed in 2018, as well as state law, which protects the private information of citizens from government intrusion. In this case, he has arbitrarily declared that all citizens’ information will be submitted to the vaccine database for the Covid-19 vaccine, despite the law clearly stating that citizens must agree to volunteer such information.
Arguably, the governor also lacked authority to mandate citizens wear facial coverings, which are classified as a medical device, without the advice of their doctor and their own consent, and he also lacked the authority to shut down businesses, religious assemblies, and other private organizations.
“The Legislature spoke very clearly and soundly that a government by one man is unacceptable,” said JR Hoell, treasurer of RebuildNH. “The founding fathers left England to establish a new government as they did not want us to be ruled under a monarchy, and they put protections in place to make sure the same government could not happen here. The Legislature has just confirmed that New Hampshire should not be ruled that way either. The wisely drafted bill allows the Governor 30 days to get things under control, but that’s it. All future extensions require approval of the Legislature.”
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About RebuildNH
RebuildNH, also known as ReopenNH, is a PAC made up of concerned individuals devoted to getting New Hampshire back to work through a restoration of balance and reason in state government.
REBUILDNH CELEBRATES BIPARTISAN EFFORT TO RESTORE BALANCE OF POWERS
Representatives Overwhelmingly Vote to Prevent Abuse of Emergency Powers
EAST DERRY, N.H.—The N.H. House of Representatives overwhelmingly declared that no governor ought to use emergency powers the same way as Gov. Chris Sununu ever again, and passed a reform yesterday with a bi-partisan veto-proof majority that will make sure of this.
While the bill, HB 417, does not affect the current state of emergency, it ensures that any governor who declares an emergency in the future will need to work with the Legislature as a co-equal partner like the founders intended. Importantly, the bill would require legislative oversight over any emergency order issued by a governor during a state of emergency to ensure the order is lawful and considers constitutional protections of New Hampshire citizens. The bill passed with an overwhelming bi-partisan, veto-proof majority vote of 328-41.
“The Legislature this week has demonstrated its wisdom by passing a bipartisan bill that would prevent any governor from abusing power and unilaterally making decisions for the citizens of this state during a state of emergency,” said Andrew J. Manuse, chairman of RebuildNH. “It would also be wise for Gov. Chris Sununu to cease his unnecessary criticism of the Legislature, which is constitutionally authorized to pass state laws, and acknowledge that his year-long state of emergency and emergency order extensions have crossed the line. Now would be a good time for him to start a conversation with leaders of the People’s House and start backing out of his alarming unilateral control of the state.”
Gov. Sununu has acted above the law during the State of Emergency by creating, in Emergency Orders 52 and 64, an alternative justice system for businesses accused of violating his emergency orders. Rather than prosecute emergency order offenders in court as the law requires—offering the accused the possibility of a jury trial, the right to face their accuser, and a capped fine if found guilty—Sununu’s system allows hearsay evidence in an administrative hearing within the executive branch and demands payment of excessive fines.
In addition, the governor has waived provisions in the N.H. Constitution, Part 1, Article 2B, just passed in 2018, as well as state law, which protects the private information of citizens from government intrusion. In this case, he has arbitrarily declared that all citizens’ information will be submitted to the vaccine database for the Covid-19 vaccine, despite the law clearly stating that citizens must agree to volunteer such information.
Arguably, the governor also lacked authority to mandate citizens wear facial coverings, which are classified as a medical device, without the advice of their doctor and their own consent, and he also lacked the authority to shut down businesses, religious assemblies, and other private organizations.
“The Legislature spoke very clearly and soundly that a government by one man is unacceptable,” said JR Hoell, treasurer of RebuildNH. “The founding fathers left England to establish a new government as they did not want us to be ruled under a monarchy, and they put protections in place to make sure the same government could not happen here. The Legislature has just confirmed that New Hampshire should not be ruled that way either. The wisely drafted bill allows the Governor 30 days to get things under control, but that’s it. All future extensions require approval of the Legislature.”
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About RebuildNH
RebuildNH, also known as ReopenNH, is a PAC made up of concerned individuals devoted to getting New Hampshire back to work through a restoration of balance and reason in state government.
ReopenNH
RebuildNH Celebrates Bipartisan Effort to Restore Balance of Powers - ReopenNH
Representatives Overwhelmingly Vote to Prevent Abuse of Emergency Powers EAST DERRY, N.H.—The N.H. House of Representatives overwhelmingly declared that no governor ought to use emergency powers the same way as Gov. Chris Sununu ever again, and passed a reform…
We cannot have private businesses treating clients like this. They need to be held accountable. Please do not give these places business. Find out what establishments are treating their patients with dignity and go there instead. https://reopennh.com/stories/southern-nh-medical-center/
ReopenNH
Southern NH Medical Center abuses parental rights - ReopenNH
I was at southern NH medical center in Nashua 12/7 for a long awaited specialist appointment for my 7 yr old with my wife when I was told only one parent could go to the appointment. I told them I thought they were overstepping and violating my parental rights.…
HOT MIC! House Speaker Sherm Packard calls Rep. Anne Copp a dirty word in session today. Rep. Copp – GASP – did not wear a mask while walking around outside her assigned seat.
https://twitter.com/AdamSextonWMUR/status/1380630967430344708?s=20
https://twitter.com/AdamSextonWMUR/status/1380630967430344708?s=20
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Adam Sexton
Update: @NHSpeaker Packard apologizes to Rep. Copp and the @NHHouseofReps: “I feel terrible about this situation… and I sincerely apologize.” #NHPolitics
Yesterday two important religious liberty bills passed the House. Thank you to the Republican majority for recognizing and protecting our first freedoms. Here's a clip on WMUR, featuring ReopenNH-endorsed Rep. Keith Ammon: https://twitter.com/RepKeithAmmon/status/1380655700360187905?s=19
On to the Senate!
On to the Senate!
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Rep. Keith Ammon
Coverage of #HB542 on @WMUR9
Gov. Sununu doesn’t wear a mask or social distance. Neither should you.
⭐️⭐️ CALL TO ACTION ⭐️⭐️
SUPPORT HB220 establishing medical freedom in immunizations (already passed house)
SENATE HEARING 4.14 9:45AM
PLEASE SIGN-IN SUPPORT (see attached image for guidance)! http://gencourt.state.nh.us/remotecommittee/senate.aspx
And send a SHORT email to the committee (make sure to include your name and town): Jeb.Bradley@leg.state.nh.us, James.Gray@leg.state.nh.us, Tom.Sherman@leg.state.nh.us, Becky.Whitley@leg.state.nh.us,Kevin.Avard@leg.state.nh.us,kirsten.koch@leg.state.nh.us
SUPPORT HB220 establishing medical freedom in immunizations (already passed house)
SENATE HEARING 4.14 9:45AM
PLEASE SIGN-IN SUPPORT (see attached image for guidance)! http://gencourt.state.nh.us/remotecommittee/senate.aspx
And send a SHORT email to the committee (make sure to include your name and town): Jeb.Bradley@leg.state.nh.us, James.Gray@leg.state.nh.us, Tom.Sherman@leg.state.nh.us, Becky.Whitley@leg.state.nh.us,Kevin.Avard@leg.state.nh.us,kirsten.koch@leg.state.nh.us
Excellent piece: https://www.theblaze.com/op-ed/horowitz-court-orders-ny-hospital-to-administer-ivermectin-to-covid-patient-who-began-breathing-on-his-own-after-one-dose#toggle-gdpr
Let's hope there's a chink in the armor when it comes to treatment of COVID. It is unconscionable that so many people have been needlessly harmed (or have died) by the active suppression of effective drugs like ivermectin.
Let's hope there's a chink in the armor when it comes to treatment of COVID. It is unconscionable that so many people have been needlessly harmed (or have died) by the active suppression of effective drugs like ivermectin.
TheBlaze
Horowitz: Court orders NY hospital to administer ivermectin to COVID patient who began breathing on his own after one dose
Why is there no effort to promote this early treatment?
I'd like to clarify that ReopenNH recognizes that HB 220 is not a perfect bill, but many board members believe it is our best bet to stymie businesses from mandating vaccines or facial coverings once the State of Emergency is over. When contacting the Senate, if you would like to let them know that you believe the bill should be amended to remove unneeded exemptions, for instance, we would certainly encourage that. It's not at all a great bill at this point, but most of the board believes it is a step in the right direction and as the chairman, I respect their opinions.
These people are nothing if not predictable. We all said they were going to blame the unvaccinated for the increased cases that are likely CAUSED by the vaccine months and months ago. It’s the most ludicrous claim that one can possibly make, but here they go. Don’t let facts stand in way of the narrative. Buckle up: https://finance.yahoo.com/news/coronavirus-unvaccinated-america-reopening-191911862.html
Yahoo Finance
‘Unvaccinated folks’ are driving coronavirus surges as American society slowly reopens
It’s mainly the younger generations who are testing positive for the coronavirus, and health experts are attributing it to the fact that they are more likely to still be unvaccinated.
Total control incoming? https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/pentagon-microchip-covid-under-skin
Washington Examiner
Pentagon scientists develop microchip that detects COVID before symptoms when placed under skin
Pentagon researchers developed a microchip that can be inserted under the skin to detect COVID-19 infection before a person begins showing symptoms.
Everyone! The A team is in NH today.
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There's a Senate hearing today on HB 220 relative to forced vaccinations and masks.
Incredible Dr. Northrup helped bring in some of the absolute best on the planet, Dr. Palevsky & Attorney Renz to testify.
These 3 other amazing national experts are testifying today too.
Dr. Peter McCullough
Dr. Jay Bhuttacharya - Great Barrington Declaration
Attorney Deana Pollard-Sacks
Here's a link to the Zoom if anyone wants to watch. 9:45am.
https://www.zoom.us/j/98999311863
👊 🇺🇲
There's a Senate hearing today on HB 220 relative to forced vaccinations and masks.
Incredible Dr. Northrup helped bring in some of the absolute best on the planet, Dr. Palevsky & Attorney Renz to testify.
These 3 other amazing national experts are testifying today too.
Dr. Peter McCullough
Dr. Jay Bhuttacharya - Great Barrington Declaration
Attorney Deana Pollard-Sacks
Here's a link to the Zoom if anyone wants to watch. 9:45am.
https://www.zoom.us/j/98999311863
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Statewide mask mandate ends on April 16 (tomorrow). All "guidance" for businesses will transfer to non-binding "universal best practices" on May 7.
Glad to see the insanity lifted (to be clear, Sununu is not ending the state of emergency, just allowing some of his orders to expire), but we will not stop until state of emergency reform is in place. We must make sure this indefinite one-man rule cannot happen again.
Glad to see the insanity lifted (to be clear, Sununu is not ending the state of emergency, just allowing some of his orders to expire), but we will not stop until state of emergency reform is in place. We must make sure this indefinite one-man rule cannot happen again.