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Dan Feltes on Gun Control
Democratic candidate for governor: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Dan Feltes on other issues.
  • Supports background checks, waiting period, red flag laws. (Nov 2020)
Maggie Hassan on Gun Control
Democratic Governor: Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for Maggie Hassan on other issues.
  • Background check system to avoid gun sales to mentally ill. (Feb 2014)
  • Co-sponsored background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
Jilletta Jarvis on Gun Control
Libertarian candidate for governor of New Hampshire: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Jilletta Jarvis on other issues.
  • Absolute right to gun ownership. (Jul 2018)
Molly Kelly on Gun Control
Democratic candidate for governor of New Hampshire: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Molly Kelly on other issues.
  • Advocates universal background checks and more gun controls. (Oct 2018)
Steve Marchand on Gun Control
Democratic candidate for Governor: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Steve Marchand on other issues.
  • Supports permits, background checks, and no big changes. (Apr 2017)
Chris Sununu on Gun Control
Republican challenger for Governor: Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for Chris Sununu on other issues.
  • Protect schools with security infrastructure. (Feb 2018)
  • Rated A by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Aug 2010)
Colin Van Ostern on Gun Control
Democratic candidate for Governor: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Colin Van Ostern on other issues.
  • Background checks and maybe assault weapon ban. (Jul 2016)
Andru Volinsky on Gun Control
Democratic candidate for governor: Click here for Andru Volinsky on other issues.
    No stance on record.

Senate:

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Scott Brown on Gun Control
Republican Jr Senator: Click here for 4 full quotes OR click here for Scott Brown on other issues.
  • Ok'd federal ban on assault weapons after Newtown shootings. (Dec 2013)
  • Extend the state assault weapons ban, but not federal. (Jul 2012)
  • Reliably pro-gun, but opposed right-to-carry reciprocity. (Jul 2012)
  • Concealed carry ok; but licenses & background checks ok too. (Nov 2002)
Maggie Hassan on Gun Control
Democratic Challenger: Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for Maggie Hassan on other issues.
  • Background check system to avoid gun sales to mentally ill. (Feb 2014)
  • Co-sponsored background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
Andy Martin on Gun Control
Republican Senate Challenger: Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for Andy Martin on other issues.
  • Changes at the margins to the Second Amendment. (Nov 2018)
  • Strongly support First and Second Amendment. (Nov 2012)
Corky Messner on Gun Control
Republican Challenger: Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for Corky Messner on other issues.
  • Against erosion of First & Second Amendment Rights. (Jun 2020)
  • Limit gun rights, according to CC survey. (Sep 2020)
Bill O`Brien on Gun Control
Republican Senate Challenger: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Bill O`Brien on other issues.
  • Stand up for 2nd Amendment rights of law-abiding citizens. (Dec 2019)
Jim Rubens on Gun Control
Republican Senate Challenger: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Jim Rubens on other issues.
  • Individual right to bear arms is inviolably guaranteed. (Nov 2013)
Jeanne Shaheen on Gun Control
Democrat Sr Senator; previously Governor: Click here for 8 full quotes OR click here for Jeanne Shaheen on other issues.
  • If you can't pass a background check, no gun. (Jan 2019)
  • Stop those convicted of domestic violence from buying guns. (Nov 2017)
  • Semi-automatic rifles are weapons of war. (Jun 2016)
  • Voted YES on banning high-capacity magazines of over 10 bullets. (Apr 2013)
  • Voted YES on allowing firearms in checked baggage on Amtrak trains. (Apr 2009)
  • Allow veterans to register unlicensed guns acquired abroad. (Jun 2011)
  • Co-sponsored background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
  • Pro-gun rights, according to CC survey. (Sep 2020)
Carol Shea-Porter on Gun Control
Democrat: Click here for 4 full quotes OR click here for Carol Shea-Porter on other issues.
  • Rated 7% by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2012)
  • Ban "fire sale" of firearms after delicensing closure. (Mar 2013)
  • Ban large-capacity ammunition. (Feb 2013)
  • Supports restrictions on right to bear arms. (Nov 2016)
Karen Testerman on Gun Control
Republican Challenger: Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for Karen Testerman on other issues.
  • Right of the people to keep and bear arms. (Jan 2014)
  • Second Amendment is about protection, not hunting. (Dec 2013)

House:


Frank Guinta on Gun Control
Republican Representative (NH-1): Click here for 6 full quotes OR click here for Frank Guinta on other issues.
  • Opposes restrictions on the right to bear arms. (Aug 2010)
  • Opposes restricting gun purchase & possession. (Nov 2010)
  • Opposes restricting right to bear arms. (Aug 2014)
  • Opposes restricting guns, according to Faith2Action. (Jul 2014)
  • Opposes restricting guns, according to PVS rating. (Sep 2014)
  • Opposes restrictions on right to bear arms. (Nov 2016)
Annie Kuster on Gun Control
Democrat (District 2): Click here for the full quote OR click here for Annie Kuster on other issues.
  • Require background check for every firearm sale and transfer. (Jan 2019)
Chris Pappas on Gun Control
Democrat (District 1): Click here for 3 full quotes OR click here for Chris Pappas on other issues.
Carol Shea-Porter on Gun Control
Democrat: Click here for 4 full quotes OR click here for Carol Shea-Porter on other issues.
  • Rated 7% by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun control voting record. (Dec 2012)
  • Ban "fire sale" of firearms after delicensing closure. (Mar 2013)
  • Ban large-capacity ammunition. (Feb 2013)
  • Supports restrictions on right to bear arms. (Nov 2016)

Former candidates & officeholders:


Mark Connolly on Gun Control
Democratic 2016 Gubernatorial candidate: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Mark Connolly on other issues.
  • State assault weapons ban if U.S. Congress fails to act. (Jul 2016)
Derek Dextraze on Gun Control
Independent 2016 Gubernatorial candidate: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Derek Dextraze on other issues.
  • More thorough background checks, but guns are fine. (Mar 2016)
Jon Lavoie on Gun Control
Republican 2016 Gubernatorial candidate: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Jon Lavoie on other issues.
  • Current background check is sufficient. (Oct 2015)
John Lynch on Gun Control
Democratic NH Governor: Click here for the full quote OR click here for John Lynch on other issues.
  • Keep N.H. gun laws unchanged. (Nov 2006)
Jeanne Shaheen on Gun Control
Democrat Sr Senator; previously Governor: Click here for 8 full quotes OR click here for Jeanne Shaheen on other issues.
  • If you can't pass a background check, no gun. (Jan 2019)
  • Stop those convicted of domestic violence from buying guns. (Nov 2017)
  • Semi-automatic rifles are weapons of war. (Jun 2016)
  • Voted YES on banning high-capacity magazines of over 10 bullets. (Apr 2013)
  • Voted YES on allowing firearms in checked baggage on Amtrak trains. (Apr 2009)
  • Allow veterans to register unlicensed guns acquired abroad. (Jun 2011)
  • Co-sponsored background check for every firearm sale. (Jan 2019)
  • Pro-gun rights, according to CC survey. (Sep 2020)
Craig Benson on Gun Control
Former Republican Governor (2003-2004): Click here for the full quote OR click here for Craig Benson on other issues.
  • Keep government from infringing on rights of gun owners. (Sep 2002)
Mark Fernald on Gun Control
Former Democratic Governor (until 1996): Click here for the full quote OR click here for Mark Fernald on other issues.
  • Common sense: ban assault weapons, close gun show loopholes. (Sep 2002)
Burt Cohen on Gun Control
2004 former Democratic challenger; state Senator: Click here for Burt Cohen on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Doris Haddock on Gun Control
2004 former Democratic challenger: Click here for Doris Haddock on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Bill Zeliff on Gun Control
Republican Former (1994-) (District 1): Click here for Bill Zeliff on other issues.
    No stance on record.
Tom Alciere on Gun Control
2010 GOP challenger (lost primary); formerly State Rep: Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for Tom Alciere on other issues.
  • Absolute right to gun ownership. (Mar 2010)
  • Liberty Candidate: no point in keeping guns you can't access. (Sep 2010)
Charlie Bass on Gun Control
Republican Representative (NH-2): Click here for 5 full quotes OR click here for Charlie Bass on other issues.
  • Voted YES on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
  • Voted YES on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse. (Apr 2003)
  • Voted YES on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
  • Rated A by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Dec 2003)
  • Opposes restrictions on the right to bear arms. (Aug 2010)
Jim Bender on Gun Control
2010 Republican Senate Challenger: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Jim Bender on other issues.
  • Right to bear arms is a basic Constitutional liberty. (Aug 2010)
Ken Blevens on Gun Control
Libertarian challenger: Click here for the full quote OR click here for Ken Blevens on other issues.
  • Avid supporter of the second amendment. (May 2008)
Jeb Bradley on Gun Control
Republican (District 1): Click here for 3 full quotes OR click here for Jeb Bradley on other issues.
  • Voted YES on prohibiting product misuse lawsuits on gun manufacturers. (Oct 2005)
  • Voted YES on prohibiting suing gunmakers & sellers for gun misuse. (Apr 2003)
  • Rated B by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Dec 2003)
Judd Gregg on Gun Control
Republican Sr Senator (NH): Click here for 8 full quotes OR click here for Judd Gregg on other issues.
  • Voted YES on allowing firearms in checked baggage on Amtrak trains. (Apr 2009)
  • Voted YES on prohibiting foreign & UN aid that restricts US gun ownership. (Sep 2007)
  • Voted YES on prohibiting lawsuits against gun manufacturers. (Jul 2005)
  • Voted NO on banning lawsuits against gun manufacturers for gun violence. (Mar 2004)
  • Voted NO on background checks at gun shows. (May 1999)
  • Voted YES on more penalties for gun & drug violations. (May 1999)
  • Voted YES on loosening license & background checks at gun shows. (May 1999)
  • Voted YES on maintaining current law: guns sold without trigger locks. (Jul 1998)
Paul Hodes on Gun Control
Democrat: Click here for 4 full quotes OR click here for Paul Hodes on other issues.
  • Support Second Amendment rights. (Nov 2006)
  • National cross-state standard for concealed carry. (Jan 2009)
  • Teach kids Eddie Eagle GunSafe's lifesaving message. (May 2010)
  • Rated A by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Aug 2010)
Paul Hodes on Gun Control
Democrat: Click here for 4 full quotes OR click here for Paul Hodes on other issues.
  • Support Second Amendment rights. (Nov 2006)
  • National cross-state standard for concealed carry. (Jan 2009)
  • Teach kids Eddie Eagle GunSafe's lifesaving message. (May 2010)
  • Rated A by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Aug 2010)
John Sununu on Gun Control
Republican Senator; previously Representative (NH-1): Click here for 6 full quotes OR click here for John Sununu on other issues.
  • Voted YES on prohibiting foreign & UN aid that restricts US gun ownership. (Sep 2007)
  • Voted NO on banning lawsuits against gun manufacturers for gun violence. (Mar 2004)
  • Voted YES on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
  • Rated A by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Dec 2003)
  • Ban gun registration & trigger lock law in Washington DC. (Mar 2007)
  • Allow firearms in National Parks. (Feb 2008)
Kelly Ayotte on Gun Control
Republican Jr Senator: Click here for 6 full quotes OR click here for Kelly Ayotte on other issues.
  • No gun restrictions except terrorist watch lists. (Oct 2016)
  • Passionate supporter of individual right to bear arms. (Jul 2010)
  • Voted NO on banning high-capacity magazines of over 10 bullets. (Apr 2013)
  • Opposes restrictions on the right to bear arms. (Aug 2010)
  • Rated A by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Aug 2010)
  • Oppose the United Nations' Arms Trade Treaty. (Sep 2013)
Don Bolduc on Gun Control
Republican Senate Challenger: Click here for 2 full quotes OR click here for Don Bolduc on other issues.
  • Endorsed by eight NH gun shop owners. (Sep 2020)
  • Key to reducing violence isn't legislation, but communities. (Feb 2020)
John Sununu on Gun Control
Republican Senator; previously Representative (NH-1): Click here for 6 full quotes OR click here for John Sununu on other issues.
  • Voted YES on prohibiting foreign & UN aid that restricts US gun ownership. (Sep 2007)
  • Voted NO on banning lawsuits against gun manufacturers for gun violence. (Mar 2004)
  • Voted YES on decreasing gun waiting period from 3 days to 1. (Jun 1999)
  • Rated A by the NRA, indicating a pro-gun rights voting record. (Dec 2003)
  • Ban gun registration & trigger lock law in Washington DC. (Mar 2007)
  • Allow firearms in National Parks. (Feb 2008)

                                                                                                                                                                               
  


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