CONCORD, NEW HAMPSHIRE – On Thursday, the newly elected House Democratic caucus nominated Rep. Alexis Simpson of Exeter to serve as Speaker of the House for the 2027-2028 biennium.
“I am deeply honored that my colleagues have placed their trust in me to serve as their nominee for Speaker of the New Hampshire House. I want to thank every member of our caucus, returning members and our incredible class of first-term legislators alike, for their confidence and support.
“Granite Staters turned out last week to elect the largest Democratic House majority in our state’s history because they want a state where working families can afford to live, raise a family, and retire with dignity. That means boldly tackling the housing crisis, protecting and expanding access to Medicaid and affordable health care, making childcare more accessible, defending our fundamental freedoms, and putting a budget on Governor Ayotte’s desk that eases the burden on everyday property taxpayers.
“House Democrats are ready to govern and serve every Granite Stater, no matter their political party or affiliation,” Simpson said.
Rep Jim Maggiore, D-North Hampton, who ran against Simpson in the caucus race, said he is excited to be working with so many like-minded people who want not only the best for the historic caucus, but also to “deliver for all of the people who sent us here.”
Maggiore supports Simpson, “which is why I was happy to rise and move the clerk put one ballot in the name of Alexis Simpson for Speaker and vote by acclimation.” The vote was 200 to 75.
The full House will vote on the Speaker on Dec. 2.