New Hampshire State House Strafford 12 District: candidates

Current seat holder: Billie Butler (D); Myles England (D); Wayne Pearson (D); John Stone (D).

Billie Butler

Billie Butler (D) of New Hampshire is an incumbent New Hampshire State Representative (Strafford 12) running for the House of Representatives in Strafford 12 in the November 3, 2026 general election, serving on the Commerce and Consumer Affairs Committee.

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“The government should not be policing our bodies.” (Citizens Count Issue Survey)

“Our tax system is antiquated and needs reform.” (Citizens Count Issue Survey)

“This is a gotcha question. I am for all of the amendments in our constitution.” (Citizens Count Issue Survey)

Myles England

Myles England (D) of New Hampshire is an incumbent New Hampshire State Representative (Strafford 12) running for the House of Representatives in Strafford 12 in the November 3, 2026 general election.

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“I'm firmly against EFA's. I believe public tax dollars belong in public schools.” (Citizens Count Issue Survey)

“I don't believe we need a tax on earned income to meet the needs of the state.” (Citizens Count Issue Survey)

“I think this needs more study before jumping in to create more nuclear in the state.” (Citizens Count Issue Survey)

Will Hurley

Will Hurley is a Democratic candidate for the New Hampshire House of Representatives in Strafford 12 in the November 3, 2026 general election.

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

“Money going to EFAs should be going into our public education system. Private school and home school are not public institutions and therefore should not receive public funding.” (Citizens Count Issue Survey)

“We should not even be wasting time on bathroom bills. It is a nearly impossible thing to enforce and is rooted in bigotry. Let people pee in peace. We have elderly people applying to get into homeless shelters because they can no longer pay the property taxes on their homes.” (Citizens Count Issue Survey)

“Broad-based income tax should be one of the last resorts for creating revenue in our state. There are a lot of other creative ways to build revenue outside of income and salex tax.” (Citizens Count Issue Survey)

Wayne Pearson

Wayne Pearson (D) of New Hampshire is an incumbent New Hampshire State Representative (Strafford 12) running for the House of Representatives in Strafford 12 in the November 3, 2026 general election, serving on the Fish and Game and Marine Resources Committee.

“Let's bring NH business taxes and fees back to where they were 20 years ago before we considered income tax on earned income” (Citizens Count Issue Survey)

Paul T. Edgar

Paul T. Edgar is a Republican candidate for the New Hampshire House of Representatives in Strafford 12 in the November 3, 2026 general election.

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

David Hilton

David Hilton is a Republican candidate for the New Hampshire House of Representatives in Strafford 12 in the November 3, 2026 general election.

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

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“Support enforcement of immigration laws to safeguard our communities and resources.” (Campaign Website)

“As a conservative Republican, David Hilton is committed to listening to constituents, defending constitutional principles, promoting fiscal responsibility, supporting law enforcement, and advocating for policies that strengthen our communities.” (Campaign Website)

“Together, we can keep District 12 represented by principled, conservative leadership.” (Campaign Website)

Philip Houde

Philip Houde is a Republican candidate for the New Hampshire House of Representatives in Strafford 12 in the November 3, 2026 general election.

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

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“A COMMITTED CONSERVATIVE WHO WILL DELIVER FOR OUR COMMUNITY” (Campaign Website)

“I was born in Somersworth, raised here, educated here, married here, worship here, and continue to call this community home. As your State Representative, every vote I cast and every decision I make will be guided by one simple question:” (Campaign Website)

“I believe our district deserves practical leadership that puts residents first, protects taxpayers, and preserves the values that make New Hampshire a great place to live.” (Campaign Website)

Omero Ambriz

Omero Ambriz is a Republican candidate for the New Hampshire House of Representatives in Strafford 12 in the November 3, 2026 general election.

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

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“Omero's political and campaign activities are undertaken in his personal capacity and do not represent or imply endorsement by UNH, USNH, or any other organization with which I am affiliated.” (Campaign Website)

“Thank you for your interest in Omero Ambriz's campaign for State Representative. Omero believes that the best ideas come from listening to the people he hopes to serve. Your questions, concerns, and feedback are important and help shape the priorities that matter most to our community.” (Campaign Website)

“Together, we can build a stronger, safer, and more prosperous New Hampshire.” (Campaign Website)