HB175

I am a Supervisor of the Checklist in the town of Wolfeboro

Clarity in the use of campaign contributions of any sort should be applauded and supported

There are too many unusual cases that may cause an eligible person to vote. Law should enable exceptional cases recourse.

I am writing to express my strong support for House Bill 175 (HB 175), which seeks to clarify and expand definitions related to coordinated and independent political expenditures, and to establish new maximum expenditure limits for political advocacy committees. This legislation is crucial for promoting transparency and accountability in our electoral process. The Importance of Transparency in Political Expenditures: Informed Voter Decision-Making: Transparency in campaign spending allows voters to understand who is funding political messages, enabling them to make informed decisions at the ballot box. CAMPAIGNLEGAL.ORG Preventing Undue Influence: By clarifying the definitions of coordinated and independent expenditures, HB 175 helps prevent circumvention of contribution limits, ensuring that no individual or entity exerts disproportionate influence over our political system. Building Public Trust: Clear and transparent reporting of political expenditures fosters public confidence in the integrity of our elections, reinforcing the democratic principle that government should be accountable to the people. Addressing Potential Concerns: First Amendment Rights: HB 175 is carefully crafted to respect free speech rights while promoting transparency. It does not restrict political expression but ensures that the sources of funding are disclosed, allowing for an open and informed public discourse. Administrative Implementation: The bill provides clear guidelines for political advocacy committees, facilitating straightforward compliance and efficient enforcement by election authorities. Conclusion: By supporting HB 175, we take a significant step toward enhancing transparency and accountability in our political system. This legislation ensures that voters have access to essential information about the funding behind political campaigns, promoting a fair and informed electoral process. I urge you to vote in favor of HB 175 to uphold the principles of transparency and integrity in our democracy.

Currently, in many NH communities, the Supervisors of the Checklist will visit nursing homes and other elder care facilities, enabling residents to easily complete absentee ballots. This is a safe, efficient, and easy way for our communities' seniors to vote. Do not make it harder for our senior population to participate in voting!

This bill will help remove dark money from our elections.

Anything to minimize the corrupting power of unchecked money.

The more open and transparent campaign financing is, the better.

Dark Money has no place in our elections. The House Election Law Committee should aim at making registering and voting as uncomplicated as possible. Past and Present Secretaries of State have assured the public that voter fraud is essentially nil.

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