New Hampshire State House Hillsborough 42 District

Current seat holder: Keith Ammon (R); Gerald Griffin (R); Lisa Post (R).

Teri Harkins

Teri Harkins is a Democratic candidate for the New Hampshire House of Representatives in Hillsborough 42 in the November 3, 2026 general election.

· New Hampshire Secretary of State (2026 General Election Candidate List)

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“Before we start funding private education, let's give property taxpayers some relief. Nowhere else in the nation do property taxpayers pay a higher percentage of school expenses.” (Citizens Count Issue Survey)
“Ability to use the restroom is a human right. There should be no discrimination in that regard. Decisions about trans athletes vary individually. I have not seen a state law proposed that would take that nuance into consideration.” (Citizens Count Issue Survey)
“I believe, short of infanticide, the decision to abort should be between mother and doctor. If we are concerned about women and children, let's do more to maintain the health of both before and after birth.” (Citizens Count Issue Survey)

Lee C. Nyquist

Lee C. Nyquist is a Democratic candidate for the New Hampshire House of Representatives in Hillsborough 42 in the November 3, 2026 general election.

· New Hampshire Secretary of State (2026 General Election Candidate List)

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“The ability to earn a living wage for an honest day's work is vital to the health of our community. Today, many of our workers are being left behind by a minimum wage which has failed to keep pace with inflation, and are being forced to make impossible choices as their bills continue to come due.” (Citizens Count Issue Survey)
“I will focus like a laser on improving the economy, helping create jobs, and investing in infrastructure and public education - without a sales or income tax.” (Citizens Count Issue Survey)
“Laws are written by those who hold office. Candidates require the active support of engaged and passionate citizens to ensure that their message is heard. We can help you find the right place to apply your talents and energy.” (Campaign Website)

Peter Ryder

Peter Ryder is a Democratic candidate for the New Hampshire House of Representatives in Hillsborough 42 in the November 3, 2026 general election.

· New Hampshire Secretary of State (2026 General Election Candidate List)

“I do not support Education Freedom Accounts except for specific narrow cases.” (Citizens Count Issue Survey)
“I am against a broad-based income tax. Such a tax is neither necessary nor helpful to address widespread affordability challenges in the state.” (Citizens Count Issue Survey)
“I am against further lowering of business taxes in NH.” (Citizens Count Issue Survey)

Gerald Griffin

Gerald Griffin (R) of New Hampshire is an incumbent New Hampshire State Representative (Hillsborough 42) running for the House of Representatives in Hillsborough 42 in the November 3, 2026 general election, serving on the Finance Committee.

“I, the above signatory, pledge that if I am elected to any statewide office, I will oppose all efforts to impose a sales, income, or other broadbased tax on the taxpayers of the State of New Hampshire.” (Citizens Count Issue Survey)
“I will oppose and vote against any and all efforts to increase taxes.” (Citizens Count Issue Survey)
“I have always been a supporter of term limits.” (Citizens Count Issue Survey)

Rob Lovett

Rob Lovett is a Republican candidate for the New Hampshire House of Representatives in Hillsborough 42 in the November 3, 2026 general election.

· New Hampshire Secretary of State (2026 General Election Candidate List)

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“I will oppose and vote against any and all efforts to increase taxes.” (Citizens Count Issue Survey)
“Defend the 2nd Amendment and all our constitutional liberties” (Citizens Count Issue Survey)
“I'm a proud Mont Vernon farmer, small business consultant, and patriot running for the New Hampshire House to put our state first.” (Campaign Website)

Lisa C. M. Post

Lisa C. M. Post (R) of New Hampshire is an incumbent New Hampshire State Representative (Hillsborough 42) running for the House of Representatives in Hillsborough 42 in the November 3, 2026 general election, serving on the Commerce and Consumer Affairs Committee.

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“I will oppose and vote against any and all efforts to increase taxes.” (Citizens Count Issue Survey)