Debra Altschiller
Democratic · NH · New Hampshire State Senator, District 24
Stratham speechwriter and advocate for survivors of sexual and domestic violence in her second New Hampshire Senate term, serving on Education and Judiciary; she previously served three House terms.
Where Debra Altschiller stands, based on their records
Supports
Healthcare Affordability (1 record), Social Programs and Welfare (1 record), Gun Control (2 records),
Track record
Track record — Healthcare Affordability
Healthcare Affordability · 1 support
Voted no on SB 134, adding work requirements to the state Medicaid program. The Senate approved it 15-8.
March 20, 2025Supports Healthcare Affordability
Source: gc.nh.gov
Track record — Social Programs and Welfare
Social Programs and Welfare · 1 support
Voted no on SB 134, adding work requirements to the state Medicaid program. The Senate approved it 15-8.
March 20, 2025Supports Social Programs and Welfare
Source: gc.nh.gov
Track record — Gun Control
Gun Control · 2 support
Voted no on HB 551, which repealed the state license to sell pistols and revolvers. The Senate approved it 16-8.
May 8, 2025Supports Gun Control
Source: gc.nh.gov
Voted against killing SB 571, which required background checks for commercial gun sales. The Senate killed it 14-9.
February 15, 2024Supports Gun Control
Source: gc.nh.gov
Track record — Women's Reproductive Rights
Women's Reproductive Rights · 1 support
Voted against killing CACR 24, a constitutional amendment protecting the right to make reproductive decisions. The Senate killed it 14-9.
February 15, 2024Supports Women's Reproductive Rights
Source: gc.nh.gov
Track record — Civil Rights
Civil Rights · 1 support
Voted no on HB 1442, which limited some facilities by sex and redefined "gender identity" in state law. The Senate approved it 15-8.
April 16, 2026Supports Civil Rights
Source: gc.nh.gov
Track record — General
General · 18 records
Was the prime sponsor of SB 426, repealing the permissible fireworks advisory committee. It was signed into law on 2026-05-08.
May 8, 2026
Source: gc.nh.gov
Voted no on CACR 12, a constitutional amendment requiring a supermajority to pass broad-based taxes. The Senate approved it 16-8.
February 19, 2026
Source: gc.nh.gov
Was the prime sponsor of SB 145, establishing an evidence shipping pilot program. It was signed into law on 2025-07-15.
July 15, 2025
Source: gc.nh.gov
Was the prime sponsor of SB 269, removing references to matrimonial age and time waivers in the vital records act. It was signed into law on 2025-07-15.
July 15, 2025
Source: gc.nh.gov
Voted no on the final version of the state budget for 2026 and 2027 (HB 1). The Senate adopted it 16-8.
June 26, 2025
Source: gc.nh.gov
Was the prime sponsor of SB 77, providing children in delinquency and children in need of services (CHINS) cases the identical types of psychological evaluations as children in child protection matters. It was signed into law on 2025-06-10.
June 10, 2025
Source: gc.nh.gov
Voted no on SB 295, expanding eligibility for education freedom accounts, a school choice program. The Senate approved it 16-8.
March 27, 2025
Source: gc.nh.gov
Voted no on SB 287, requiring absentee ballot applicants to send a copy of photo ID. The Senate approved it 16-8.
March 27, 2025
Source: gc.nh.gov
Voted no on SB 62, letting local police join a federal immigration enforcement program. The Senate approved it 15-8.
January 30, 2025
Source: gc.nh.gov
Was the prime sponsor of SB 547, relative to certain requirements relative to the LCHIP programs. It was signed into law on 2024-08-02.
August 2, 2024
Source: gc.nh.gov
Was the prime sponsor of SB 546, removing the requirement that an executory interest be conveyed to the state of New Hampshire in all easements acquired through the use of LCHIP program funds. It was signed into law on 2024-06-14.
June 14, 2024
Source: gc.nh.gov
Was the prime sponsor of SB 359, raising the age of marriage to 18 years of age. It was signed into law on 2024-06-14.
June 14, 2024
Source: gc.nh.gov
Was the prime sponsor of SB 564, relative to crimes involving child sexual abuse images. It was signed into law on 2024-05-31.
May 31, 2024
Source: gc.nh.gov
Voted yes on HB 1633, legalizing and regulating cannabis for adults. The Senate approved it 14-10.
May 23, 2024
Source: gc.nh.gov
Was the prime sponsor of SB 244, relative to false public alarms. It was signed into law on 2023-06-20.
June 20, 2023
Source: gc.nh.gov
Was the prime sponsor of SB 179, relative to eliminating the use of seclusion as a form of punishment or discipline on children in schools and treatment facilities. It was signed into law on 2023-06-07.
June 7, 2023
Source: gc.nh.gov
Voted no on SB 132, banning cities and towns from adopting sanctuary policies. The Senate approved it 13-10.
March 30, 2023
Source: gc.nh.gov
Was the prime sponsor of HB 687, relative to extreme risk protection orders. The governor vetoed it on 2020-08-07.
August 7, 2020
Source: gc.nh.gov
Past race Debra Altschiller ran in:
- State Senator · November 3, 2026 · State Senate District 24; New Hampshire · incumbent