Joseph Lachance

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Joseph Lachance
Image of Joseph Lachance
Prior offices
New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 8
Successor: Daniel Sullivan
Predecessor: Peter Ramsey

Manchester Board of School Committee At-large

Elections and appointments
Last election

November 8, 2022

Education

High school

Trinity High School, Manchester

Bachelor's

Hesser College

Graduate

Southern New Hampshire University

Military

Service / branch

U.S. Army

Years of service

1989 - 1992

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Joseph Lachance was an at-large member of the Manchester Board of School Committee in New Hampshire. He assumed office on January 7, 2020. He left office on January 4, 2022.

Lachance (Republican Party) ran for election to the New Hampshire House of Representatives to represent Hillsborough 41. He lost in the general election on November 8, 2022.

Lachance was a candidate who sought election to the New Hampshire House of Representatives to represent Hillsborough 42. Lachance lost the general election on November 6, 2018, after advancing from the primary on September 11, 2018.

Lachance is a former Republican member of the New Hampshire House of Representatives, representing District Hillsborough 8 from 2014 to 2016. Lachance also served as the moderator for Ward 1 in Manchester.[1]

Biography

Lachance married his wife, Nancy, in 1992. They have two children, Emily and Gabrielle.[2]

Lachance served in the United States Army from 1989-1992 in the 25th Infantry Division. He received the following awards for his service: Honorable Discharge, Good Conduct Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Overseas Service Ribbon, National Defense Service Ribbon, NCO Professional Development Ribbon and Army Service Ribbon.[2]

Lachance has earned the following certifications:[2]

  • 1995: State of New Hampshire Police Standards and Training Academy
  • 2010: State of New Hampshire Department of Education, High School Teaching Certification
  • 2014: State of New Hampshire Department of Insurance, Insurance Producer License

Lachance is also affiliated with the following organizations:[2]

  • Elliot Health Systems (Member of the Board of Directors)
  • Elliot Health Consulting, LLC (Member of the Board of Directors)
  • Brookside Congregational Church, UCC (Covenant member)
  • Concerned Veterans for America (Former NH team leader with the "Live Free or Die" chapter)
  • Manchester VA Medical Center (Former member of the Patient Centered Care Committee)
  • Brookside Congregational Church, UCC (Member of the Board of Trustees for two terms)

Education

Below is an abbreviated outline of Lachance's academic career:[2]

  • Trinity High School in Manchester: Diploma
  • Hesser College: Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in criminal justice
  • Southern New Hampshire University: Master of Science (M.S.) in organizational leadership
  • Southern New Hampshire University: Master of Education (M.Ed.) in business education
  • Southern New Hampshire University: Graduate certificate in human resource management

Committee assignments

2015 legislative session

At the beginning of the 2015 legislative session, Lachance served on the following committees:

The following table lists bills this person sponsored as a legislator, according to BillTrack50 and sorted by action history. Bills are sorted by the date of their last action. The following list may not be comprehensive. To see all bills this legislator sponsored, click on the legislator's name in the title of the table.


Elections

2022

See also: New Hampshire House of Representatives elections, 2022

General election

General election for New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 41 (3 seats)

The following candidates ran in the general election for New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 41 on November 8, 2022.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Amy L. Bradley
Amy L. Bradley (D)
 
19.5
 
5,217
Image of Mary Heath
Mary Heath (D)
 
19.4
 
5,179
Image of Jacqueline Chretien
Jacqueline Chretien (D)
 
18.6
 
4,979
Image of Joseph Kelly Levasseur
Joseph Kelly Levasseur (R)
 
15.3
 
4,098
Image of Joseph Lachance
Joseph Lachance (R)
 
14.1
 
3,761
Stephen Mathieu (R)
 
13.1
 
3,493
 Other/Write-in votes
 
0.1
 
19

Total votes: 26,746
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 41 (3 seats)

Incumbent Mary Heath, incumbent Amy L. Bradley, and incumbent Jacqueline Chretien defeated Rebecca Thompson and Mary Smith in the Democratic primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 41 on September 13, 2022.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Mary Heath
Mary Heath
 
29.7
 
1,179
Image of Amy L. Bradley
Amy L. Bradley
 
28.1
 
1,116
Image of Jacqueline Chretien
Jacqueline Chretien
 
24.7
 
979
Rebecca Thompson
 
9.6
 
383
Mary Smith
 
7.4
 
295
 Other/Write-in votes
 
0.5
 
18

Total votes: 3,970
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 41 (3 seats)

Joseph Lachance and Stephen Mathieu advanced from the Republican primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 41 on September 13, 2022.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Joseph Lachance
Joseph Lachance
 
50.8
 
1,239
Stephen Mathieu
 
44.8
 
1,092
 Other/Write-in votes
 
4.4
 
108

Total votes: 2,439
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2021

See also: Manchester School District, New Hampshire, elections (2021)

General election

General election for Manchester Board of School Committee At-large (2 seats)

Incumbent James O'Connell and Peter Argeropoulos defeated William Infantine and incumbent Joseph Lachance in the general election for Manchester Board of School Committee At-large on November 2, 2021.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of James O'Connell
James O'Connell (Nonpartisan)
 
29.2
 
8,927
Peter Argeropoulos (Nonpartisan)
 
24.8
 
7,581
Image of William Infantine
William Infantine (Nonpartisan)
 
23.1
 
7,071
Image of Joseph Lachance
Joseph Lachance (Nonpartisan)
 
22.8
 
6,967

Total votes: 30,546
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Nonpartisan primary election

Nonpartisan primary for Manchester Board of School Committee At-large (2 seats)

Incumbent James O'Connell, Peter Argeropoulos, William Infantine, and incumbent Joseph Lachance defeated Steve Focht in the primary for Manchester Board of School Committee At-large on September 21, 2021.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of James O'Connell
James O'Connell (Nonpartisan)
 
29.5
 
4,401
Peter Argeropoulos (Nonpartisan)
 
24.0
 
3,578
Image of William Infantine
William Infantine (Nonpartisan)
 
20.4
 
3,032
Image of Joseph Lachance
Joseph Lachance (Nonpartisan)
 
19.6
 
2,923
Steve Focht (Nonpartisan)
 
5.9
 
883
 Other/Write-in votes
 
0.5
 
77

Total votes: 14,894
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2020

See also: New Hampshire House of Representatives elections, 2020

General election

General election for New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 43 (3 seats)

The following candidates ran in the general election for New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 43 on November 3, 2020.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Amy L. Bradley
Amy L. Bradley (D)
 
19.6
 
7,383
Image of Christopher Herbert
Christopher Herbert (D)
 
18.0
 
6,770
Image of Benjamin Baroody
Benjamin Baroody (D)
 
16.5
 
6,230
Image of Joseph Lachance
Joseph Lachance (R)
 
16.3
 
6,153
Image of Lisa Freeman
Lisa Freeman (R)
 
15.8
 
5,965
Kirk McConville (R)
 
13.7
 
5,166
 Other/Write-in votes
 
0.1
 
33

Total votes: 37,700
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 43 (3 seats)

Amy L. Bradley, incumbent Christopher Herbert, and incumbent Benjamin Baroody defeated Marcella Termini in the Democratic primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 43 on September 8, 2020.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Amy L. Bradley
Amy L. Bradley
 
29.8
 
1,588
Image of Christopher Herbert
Christopher Herbert
 
25.4
 
1,353
Image of Benjamin Baroody
Benjamin Baroody
 
23.3
 
1,245
Marcella Termini
 
21.1
 
1,128
 Other/Write-in votes
 
0.4
 
23

Total votes: 5,337
(100.00% precincts reporting)
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 43 (3 seats)

Joseph Lachance, Lisa Freeman, and Kirk McConville advanced from the Republican primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 43 on September 8, 2020.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Joseph Lachance
Joseph Lachance
 
37.9
 
1,492
Image of Lisa Freeman
Lisa Freeman
 
34.2
 
1,347
Kirk McConville
 
27.5
 
1,083
 Other/Write-in votes
 
0.4
 
14

Total votes: 3,936
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

2019

See also: Manchester School District, New Hampshire, elections (2019)

General election

General election for Manchester Board of School Committee At-large (2 seats)

James O'Connell and Joseph Lachance defeated Lara Quiroga and Gene Martin in the general election for Manchester Board of School Committee At-large on November 5, 2019.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of James O'Connell
James O'Connell (Nonpartisan)
 
28.9
 
7,659
Image of Joseph Lachance
Joseph Lachance (Nonpartisan)
 
27.7
 
7,342
Lara Quiroga (Nonpartisan)
 
23.1
 
6,124
Image of Gene Martin
Gene Martin (Nonpartisan) Candidate Connection
 
19.9
 
5,269
 Other/Write-in votes
 
0.4
 
110

Total votes: 26,504
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Nonpartisan primary election

Nonpartisan primary for Manchester Board of School Committee At-large (2 seats)

The following candidates ran in the primary for Manchester Board of School Committee At-large on September 17, 2019.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Gene Martin
Gene Martin (Nonpartisan) Candidate Connection
 
20.7
 
2,669
Image of James O'Connell
James O'Connell (Nonpartisan)
 
20.7
 
2,668
Image of Joseph Lachance
Joseph Lachance (Nonpartisan)
 
19.0
 
2,449
Lara Quiroga (Nonpartisan)
 
16.8
 
2,163
Image of Carlos Gonzalez
Carlos Gonzalez (Nonpartisan)
 
16.5
 
2,128
Jason Hodgdon (Nonpartisan)
 
5.2
 
671
 Other/Write-in votes
 
1.0
 
132

Total votes: 12,880
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2018

See also: New Hampshire House of Representatives elections, 2018

General election

General election for New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 42 (2 seats)

Jacqueline Chretien and Matt Wilhelm defeated Joseph Lachance and Phillip Harris in the general election for New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 42 on November 6, 2018.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Jacqueline Chretien
Jacqueline Chretien (D) Candidate Connection
 
32.1
 
5,884
Image of Matt Wilhelm
Matt Wilhelm (D) Candidate Connection
 
28.3
 
5,200
Image of Joseph Lachance
Joseph Lachance (R)
 
20.6
 
3,774
Image of Phillip Harris
Phillip Harris (R) Candidate Connection
 
18.9
 
3,472
 Other/Write-in votes
 
0.1
 
14

Total votes: 18,344
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 42 (2 seats)

Jacqueline Chretien and Matt Wilhelm defeated incumbent Jesse Martineau in the Democratic primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 42 on September 11, 2018.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Jacqueline Chretien
Jacqueline Chretien Candidate Connection
 
47.7
 
2,171
Image of Matt Wilhelm
Matt Wilhelm Candidate Connection
 
31.6
 
1,437
Jesse Martineau
 
20.7
 
941

Total votes: 4,549
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 42 (2 seats)

Joseph Lachance and Phillip Harris advanced from the Republican primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 42 on September 11, 2018.

Candidate
%
Votes
Image of Joseph Lachance
Joseph Lachance
 
54.7
 
1,208
Image of Phillip Harris
Phillip Harris Candidate Connection
 
45.3
 
1,001

Total votes: 2,209
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2017

See also: Manchester School District elections (2017)

All 14 seats on the Manchester School District Board of School Committee in New Hampshire were up for general election on November 7, 2017. Twelve seats were elected by district and the remaining two were elected at large. All 14 incumbents filed to run for re-election. Primary elections for Wards 6 and 12 were held on September 19, 2017.[3]

Incumbents Richard Girard and Nancy Tessier were the only candidates to file to run for the district's two at-large seats and won re-election. In Ward 1, incumbent Sarah S. Ambrogi defeated former candidate Joseph Lachance. Incumbent Debra G. Langton lost to challenger David Scannell for the Ward 2 seat. Incumbent Mary Ngwanda Georges defeated Phillip Harris to retain her Ward 3 seat. Ward 4 incumbent Leslie Want defeated former candidate Mark Flanders. In Ward 5, former board member Kathy Staub was unsuccessful in her challenge against incumbent Lisa M. Freeman to reclaim a seat on the board.[3] Ward 6 incumbent Dan Bergeron defeated challenger Jon DiPietro. They defeated Ernesto Pinder in the primary election.[4][5]

Incumbent Ross Terrio won against challenger Ethan Moorhouse to retain his seat in Ward 7. In Ward 8, former candidate Jimmy Lehoux defeated incumbent Erika Connors. Incumbent Arthur J. Beaudry was the only one to file for the Ward 9 seat and won unnopposed in the election. Ward 10 incumbent John B. Avard defeated newcomer Thomas McGee. In Ward 11, incumbent Katie Desrochers won with 74 percent of the vote against Alexander Avery.[3] Incumbent Constance Van Houten was defeated by newcomer Kelley Anne Thomas. They advanced to the Ward 12 general election after defeating Carlos Gonzalez for the seat.[4][5]

Manchester School District,
Ward 1 General Election, 2-year term, 2017
Candidate Vote % Votes
Green check mark transparent.png Sarah S. Ambrogi Incumbent 61.36% 1,785
Joseph Lachance 38.33% 1,115
Write-in votes 0.31% 9
Total Votes 2,909
Source: Manchester, NH, "Non-Partisan Municipal General Election, November 7, 2017 - Official Results," accessed November 13, 2017

2016

See also: New Hampshire House of Representatives elections, 2016

Elections for the New Hampshire House of Representatives took place in 2016. The primary election took place on September 13, 2016, and the general election was held on November 8, 2016. The candidate filing deadline was June 10, 2016.

Incumbent Jeffrey Goley and incumbent Daniel Sullivan defeated incumbent Joseph Lachance and Mark Warden in the New Hampshire House of Representatives District Hillsborough 8 general election.[6][7]

New Hampshire House of Representatives, District Hillsborough 8 General Election, 2016
Party Candidate Vote % Votes
     Democratic Green check mark transparent.png Jeffrey Goley Incumbent 29.04% 2,615
     Democratic Green check mark transparent.png Daniel Sullivan Incumbent 28.28% 2,546
     Republican Joseph Lachance Incumbent 23.67% 2,131
     Republican Mark Warden 19.01% 1,712
Total Votes 9,004
Source: New Hampshire Secretary of State


Incumbent Jeffrey Goley and incumbent Daniel Sullivan were unopposed in the New Hampshire House of Representatives District Hillsborough 8 Democratic primary.[8][9]

New Hampshire House of Representatives, District Hillsborough 8 Democratic Primary, 2016
Party Candidate
    Democratic Green check mark transparent.png Jeffrey Goley Incumbent
    Democratic Green check mark transparent.png Daniel Sullivan Incumbent


Incumbent Joseph Lachance and Mark Warden defeated Joseph A. Mottola in the New Hampshire House of Representatives District Hillsborough 8 Republican primary.[8][9]

New Hampshire House of Representatives, District Hillsborough 8 Republican Primary, 2016
Party Candidate Vote % Votes
     Republican Green check mark transparent.png Joseph Lachance Incumbent 49.92% 640
     Republican Green check mark transparent.png Mark Warden 32.14% 412
     Republican Joseph A. Mottola 17.94% 230
Total Votes 1,282

2015

See also: Manchester School District elections (2015)

Opposition

The election in Manchester featured 14 of the 15 seats on the board up for general election on November 3, 2015. The last seat, held by Manchester Mayor Ted Gatsas at the time of the election, was elected separately on the ballot. A primary election was held on September 15, 2015, to narrow down the number of candidates to two per seat in each race for the general election. Wards 1, 3, 4, 6, 7 and 12 held primary elections.

In the at-large race, incumbents Kathy Staub and Nancy Tessier ran against challengers Richard Girard and Joseph Lachance for two seats. Tessier and Girard won the two seats.

Nine board members faced competition in their re-election bids, while another three ran unopposed and won re-election to their seats. The elections in Wards 4 and 5 did not feature any incumbents. Neither Ward 4 member Amy L. Bradley nor Ward 5 member Ted Rokas filed for re-election.

Several rematches from the 2013 election took place, including Ward 2 member Debra G. Langton and challenger Sarah L. Browning, Ward 6 member Dan Bergeron and challenger Bill Hughen, and Ward 12 member Constance Van Houten and challenger Christine Duffley. The Ward 12 race also featured former board member Roger Beauchamp.

Results

Manchester School District, At-Large, General Election, 2015
Candidate Vote % Votes
Green check mark transparent.png Nancy Tessier Incumbent 33.6% 9,583
Green check mark transparent.png Richard Girard 25.8% 7,362
Kathy Staub Incumbent 23.5% 6,714
Joseph Lachance 16.8% 4,794
Write-in votes 0.22% 63
Total Votes 28,516
Source: Manchester City Clerk, "Official Election Results," accessed November 4, 2015

Funding

Lachance reported no contributions or expenditures to the Manchester City Clerk during the election.[10]

Endorsements

Lachance did not receive any official endorsements during the election.

2014

See also: New Hampshire House of Representatives elections, 2014

Elections for the New Hampshire House of Representatives took place in 2014. A primary election took place on September 9, 2014. The general election was held on November 4, 2014. The signature filing deadline for candidates wishing to run in this election was June 13, 2014. Incumbent Jeffrey Goley and Sean Michael Doyle were unopposed in the Democratic primary, while Joseph Lachance and Andre Rosa were unopposed in the Republican primary. Goley, Doyle, Lachance and Rosa will faced in the general election.[11] Incumbent Goley and Lahance defeated Doyle and Rosa in the general election.[12]

New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 8 District, General Election, 2014
Party Candidate Vote % Votes
     Democratic Green check mark transparent.pngJeff Goley Incumbent 28.9% 2,014
     Republican Green check mark transparent.pngJoseph Lachance 26.3% 1,834
     Democratic Sean Michael Doyle 23.8% 1,663
     Republican Andre Rosa 21% 1,466
     NA Scatter 0% 2
Total Votes 6,979

2012

See also: New Hampshire House of Representatives elections, 2012

Lachance ran for election in the 2012 election for New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 8. Lachance was defeated in the general election, which took place on November 6, 2012.[13]

New Hampshire House of Representatives, Hillsborough 8, General Election, 2012
Party Candidate Vote % Votes
     Democratic Green check mark transparent.pngJeff Goley Incumbent 28.4% 2,512
     Democratic Green check mark transparent.pngPeter Ramsey Incumbent 27.9% 2,473
     Republican Joseph Lachance 25.4% 2,248
     Republican Omer Beaudoin 18.3% 1,622
Total Votes 8,855

Campaign themes

2022

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2021

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2020

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2019

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2018

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Candidate Connection

Joseph Lachance completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Lachance's responses.

What would be your top three priorities, if elected?

I am running for New Hampshire State Representative because I believe the New Hampshire advantage MUST be protected. I will support responsible improvements to our business tax structure and promote new incentives to bring small and large employers back to The Granite State. A better business climate that encourages economic expansion will create more jobs, more revenue, and ultimately lower the tax burden for all New Hampshire Citizens.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

If elected as your State Representative, I will: --Make fiscally responsible decisions in Concord --Vote against an income or sales tax --Support policy for lower taxes and fees --Reduce the size of government and make it more efficient where possible --Give parents the ability to decide what is best for their child's education --Protect liberty and personal freedom --Uphold and protect both the NH and US Constitutions --Listen to, correspond with, and represent every citizen in my ward the best I can.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I look up to Senator Rand Paul. A great Patriot, family man, and legislator with a grasp of the issues facing the country.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

Anything about American History that studies the founding fathers vision for a country we face hundreds of years later. Our founding fathers were very smart when they authored The Constitution and later The Bill of Rights.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Honest, caring, compassionate, ability to listen to all sides of the argument, and well thought out decision for voting. The people need to know their elected officials listen, respond, and vote what is best for the people who they represent.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Educated, well rounded in public and private business sector. Former NH State Representative with a proven track record of making tough decisions for the people who elected me to the position. Honest and open communication with the voters. My phone and email are always available.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

You must know the electorate and communicate effectively. Maintain a 100% attendance record for both voting session and committee work. I sat on the Ways and Means Committee in 2015-2016 and was proud to have a superb attendance record. If the people elect me, I promise to put the time and effort for all.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I would like my children to be able to tell the story of their father serving in the NH Legislature once again representing the people proudly. Great policy and sound economy would be great legacy to leave behind for future generations to expand on.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

I remember the Space Shuttle Challenger explosion while in High School and was the first major historical event that hit home for me.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

My first real job was the US Army Infantry, 25th Infantry Division, Schofield Barracks Hawaii. One of the best experiences of my life that continues to provide me direction when times get tough.

What happened on your most awkward date?

I was married very young. I did not go on a lot of dates and have nothing really to share.

What is your favorite holiday? Why?

Fourth of July. United States of America's Birthday and as a former Military man and Patriot, I find this holiday to be the best in my opinion.

What is your favorite book? Why?

The US and NH Constitution along with The Bill of Rights. Im a political geek and find these works amazing.

What is your favorite thing in your home or apartment? Why?

I have to admit, I love my TV. News, sports, comedy....What more can I say?

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

In the Air Tonight--Phil Collins

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

I am a disabled Veteran and have pain every day of my life. I deal with it in a positive way.

Every state besides Nebraska has two legislative chambers. What do you consider the most important differences between the legislative chambers in your state?

24 Senators and 400 Representatives. Very large house that is often slow and difficult to gain consensus.

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?

It helps, but I for one was elected in 2014 as a "newbie" and learned a lot in a short amount of time. Sometimes people not involved in politics bring great ideas to the table.

What do you perceive to be your state’s greatest challenges over the next decade?

Lack of business entering the state, property taxes, education, and our roads and bridges.

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and the state legislature?

Communication, support, and close work with the Governor in order to pass model legislation is important.

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

Yes, nothing can be done without relationships both in my current party and people not affiliated with it. It is a two way street and we need to get back to legislating and not a scorched earth policy.

What process do you favor for redistricting?

Legislative Drawing of lines

If you are a current legislator, what appealed to you about your current committees?

Former legislator and served on the Ways and Means Committee. I thoroughly enjoyed that committee and would like the same assignment back.

If you are not currently a member of your party’s leadership in the legislature, would you be interested in joining the leadership? If so, in what role?

Yes, Committee Chair or whip.

Is there a particular legislator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

Senator Rand Paul

Are you interested in running for a different political office (for example, the U.S. Congress or governor) in the future?

No.

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2014

Lachance submitted the following statement to Ballotpedia regarding his political philosophy:[2]

I am running for New Hampshire State Representative because we can do much better than the situation we face today. The New Hampshire advantage is at stake for future generations of New Hampshire children. Excessive spending, burdensome regulation, and inability to attract new commerce to New Hampshire is troubling. A solid plan to recruit new business to New Hampshire is critical for our economic future at every level. A better business climate that encourages economic expansion for both current and new industry will create more jobs, more revenue, and will ultimately lower the tax burden to New Hampshire citizens.

If elected as your State Representative, I will:

  • Make responsible spending decisions in Concord.
  • Support policy for lower taxes and fees.
  • Promote a better business friendly environment that will create jobs.
  • Reduce the size of Government and make it more efficient where possible.
  • Uphold and protect both the New Hampshire and United States Constitution.
  • Protect liberty and personal freedom.
  • Listen to, correspond with, and represent every citizen in our district the best I can.

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—Joseph Lachance, Information submitted on Ballotpedia’s biographical information submission form on September 24, 2014

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Joseph Lachance campaign contribution history
YearOfficeStatusContributionsExpenditures
2022New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 41Lost general$300 $0
2020New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 43Lost general$150 N/A**
2018New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 42Lost general$0 N/A**
2014New Hampshire House of Representatives, District Hillsborough 8Won $2,758 N/A**
Grand total$3,208 N/A**
Sources: OpenSecretsFederal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
** Data on expenditures is not available for this election cycle
Note: Totals above reflect only available data.

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Political offices
Preceded by
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Manchester Board of School Committee At-large
2020-2022
Succeeded by
Peter Argeropoulos
Preceded by
Peter Ramsey (D)
New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 8
2014-2016
Succeeded by
Daniel Sullivan (D)


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Mary Ford (R)
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