John Lynch in Survey of Gubernatorial campaign websites, 2001-2009


On Abortion: Access to emergency contraception without a prescription

Gov. Lynch signed a law that gives New Hampshire women access to emergency contraception without a prescription.
Source: 2006 Gubernatorial campaign website johnlynch06.com “Issues” Nov 7, 2006

On Crime: Increase sentences for offenders agasint seniors & kids

John Lynch fought to pass one of the nation’s toughest laws against people who prey sexually on children. Under John Lynch, New Hampshire has put in place a new, enhanced sentencing law that increases sentences for offenders who exploit citizens over age 65 and take advantage of a victim’s age, or impaired physical or mental condition.
Source: 2006 Gubernatorial campaign website johnlynch06.com “Issues” Nov 7, 2006

On Drugs: 30 years for manufacturers of meth

Under John Lynch, New Hampshire has taken action to prevent crystal meth, a horribly addictive drug, from gaining an even bigger foothold in New Hampshire. New laws call for sentences of up to 30 years for manufacturers of meth; protect children and incapacitated adults exposed to meth; and require offenders to be held financially responsible for the expensive environmental cleanups of meth labs.
Source: 2006 Gubernatorial campaign website johnlynch06.com “Issues” Nov 7, 2006

On Health Care: Expand children’s health insurance program

John Lynch fought to expand the state’s children’s health insurance program, to make it possible for more parents to afford health care for their children.
Source: 2006 Gubernatorial campaign website johnlynch06.com “Issues” Nov 7, 2006

On Homeland Security: Fight closing the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard

When the Department of Defense recommended closing the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, John Lynch joined with federal officials and community leaders to fight the federal government and make sure the shipyard stayed open, saving several thousand jobs.

John Lynch issued an executive order guaranteeing that state employees activated for duty in the National Guard will continue to receive their health benefits and the difference between their state and National Guard salaries.

Source: 2006 Gubernatorial campaign website johnlynch06.com “Issues” Nov 7, 2006

On Tax Reform: Opposes income tax and sales tax

Gov. John Lynch opposes an income and sales tax, and balanced the state budget without new taxes, keeping New Hampshire’s tax burden the lowest in the nation.
Source: 2006 Gubernatorial campaign website johnlynch06.com “Issues” Nov 7, 2006

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