Chris Sununu in 2018 Governor's State of the State speeches


On Corporations: Lower business tax to accompany no income or sales tax

There is a saying that those of us who are born in New Hampshire are lucky, and those of you who moved here are smart. We have no income tax, we have no sales tax, and now, we have lower business taxes and fewer regulations. Let's keep it that way.
Source: 2018 New Hampshire State of the State address Feb 15, 2018

On Corporations: 3-phase deregulation to help business

When I took office last year, we were one of the most over-regulated states in the Country. Therefore, I initiated a three phase approach to deregulation. Last summer, as part of phase one, we wiped over 1,600 regulations off the books by executive order. I then created a Regulatory Reform Steering Committee to review the State's current regulatory structure and propose reforms. A few weeks ago, that Committee released a report on Phase 2 that proposed some of the most comprehensive regulatory reform efforts that this State has ever seen. House Bill 1104, when it is complete and signed into law, will streamline permitting processes, modernize our corporate filing systems, reduce confusion and inconsistencies in local regulations.
Source: 2018 New Hampshire State of the State: voting record HB1104 Feb 15, 2018

On Education: Give parents choice instead of one-size-fits-all system

Surprisingly, I am the first Governor in the past 25 years to come up through New Hampshire's public schools. Our schools are ranked the best in the country, because they deliver results. I believe in Teachers. I believe in the students. However, I think we can all agree that a one-size-fits-all system doesn't always work for each student, which is why our education system must give parents choice and flexibility. Education Savings Accounts will be our most significant step yet, in giving parents and children the ability to choose the education path that is best suited for them.
Source: 2018 New Hampshire State of the State address Feb 15, 2018

On Gun Control: Protect schools with security infrastructure

As a parent of 3 young children, I know that if we can't put our kids on the school bus and know they are safe, nothing else matters. I advocated for a new Public School Infrastructure Fund--which is investing nearly $20 million in state funds directly to communities in making long overdue infrastructure upgrades and security upgrades. In the end, close to 300 schools across the state will receive security funding grants. Our goal is simple--to make New Hampshire's schools the safest in the nation.
Source: 2018 New Hampshire State of the State address Feb 15, 2018

On Health Care: State must invest in mental healthcare system

We have tasked Health and Human Services with developing a comprehensive 10 year plan for the mental health system. We provided funding to establish 60 new beds for community based transitional housing and created a fourth rapid response mobile crisis unit to divert hospitalizations for mental health issues. It is unacceptable for citizens in mental health crises to be waiting for treatment for weeks on end.
Source: 2018 New Hampshire State of the State address Feb 15, 2018

On Immigration: Supports DREAMers; reform immigration laws

Joining us today from Dover are [asylum seekers facing deportation under new immigration enforcement], and their children. They have made an honest attempt to navigate the legal process, have a valid legal claim for asylum, and have come forward to work with authorities. They should not be on the front line for deportation. Their children, who ARE American citizens, should not be forced to return to a country they have never known, to learn a language they do not speak, and to conform to a society that will not allow them or their parents the freedom to practice their faith as they choose. While I firmly believe that action must be taken to curb illegal immigration, it is also imperative that the process for legal immigration becomes more streamlined and practical.
Source: 2018 New Hampshire State of the State address Feb 15, 2018

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