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Suraj Budathoki
2024 - Present
2026
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Suraj Budathoki (Democratic Party) is a member of the New Hampshire House of Representatives, representing Hillsborough 40. He assumed office on December 4, 2024. His current term ends on December 2, 2026.
Budathoki (Democratic Party) ran for election to the New Hampshire House of Representatives to represent Hillsborough 40. He won in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Budathoki completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Suraj Budathoki was born in Samrang, Bhutan. He earned a bachelor's degree from Southern New Hampshire University in 2015, and a graduate degree from Norwich University in 2018. His career experience includes working as a business executive.[1]
Elections
2024
See also: New Hampshire House of Representatives elections, 2024
General election
General election for New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 40 (4 seats)
The following candidates ran in the general election for New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 40 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Erin Kerwin (D) ![]() | 14.2 | 9,911 |
✔ | Mark MacKenzie (D) | 14.0 | 9,777 | |
✔ | ![]() | Trinidad Tellez (D) | 13.1 | 9,135 |
✔ | Suraj Budathoki (D) ![]() | 12.6 | 8,815 | |
![]() | Carlos Gonzalez (R) | 12.1 | 8,460 | |
![]() | Alex Krantz (R) | 11.4 | 7,992 | |
![]() | Carla Gericke (R) | 11.3 | 7,889 | |
Andre Rosa (R) | 11.2 | 7,821 | ||
Other/Write-in votes | 0.1 | 43 |
Total votes: 69,843 | ||||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 40 (4 seats)
Incumbent Mark MacKenzie, Erin Kerwin, incumbent Trinidad Tellez, and Suraj Budathoki advanced from the Democratic primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 40 on September 10, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | Mark MacKenzie | 26.1 | 2,688 | |
✔ | ![]() | Erin Kerwin ![]() | 25.8 | 2,661 |
✔ | ![]() | Trinidad Tellez | 24.4 | 2,510 |
✔ | Suraj Budathoki ![]() | 23.3 | 2,399 | |
Other/Write-in votes | 0.4 | 44 |
Total votes: 10,302 | ||||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 40 (4 seats)
Carlos Gonzalez, Carla Gericke, Andre Rosa, and Alex Krantz advanced from the Republican primary for New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 40 on September 10, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
✔ | ![]() | Carlos Gonzalez | 27.7 | 1,925 |
✔ | ![]() | Carla Gericke | 24.1 | 1,679 |
✔ | Andre Rosa | 24.0 | 1,670 | |
✔ | ![]() | Alex Krantz | 23.7 | 1,652 |
Other/Write-in votes | 0.5 | 32 |
Total votes: 6,958 | ||||
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Endorsements
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Pledges
Budathoki signed the following pledges.
Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Suraj Budathoki completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Budathoki's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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|- Quality and Accessible Education: I am committed to ensuring that New Hampshire has the best and adequately funded public education system. Every child deserves a quality education, and I will work tirelessly to make this a reality.
- Affordable Housing and Safe Communities: I will advocate for affordable housing solutions to ensure that everyone has a place to call home. Additionally, I will focus on building safer communities where families can thrive and feel secure.
- Protecting Rights and Creating Opportunities: I will protect women’s reproductive rights and work towards creating opportunities for all individuals to succeed. My goal is to build a community where everyone has the chance to thrive, regardless of their background.
Education: I believe in the power of education to transform lives. I am passionate about ensuring that all children have access to high-quality public education that is adequately funded. Education is the foundation for a prosperous and equitable society.
Compassion: Understanding and empathy towards the needs and struggles of constituents are vital. An official should be a compassionate listener and advocate for the well-being of all community members.
I am driven by a desire to serve others and improve our community. This commitment to service is at the core of my decision to run for office, and it guides my actions and decisions.
Problem Solving: Addressing and resolving community and state issues.
As an immigrant, I am troubled by some legislators deriding immigrants in this country. Seeing these issues unfold, I realized that as an immigrant, business owner, and doctoral student, I couldn't just stay on the sidelines and keep complaining. I felt compelled to step up and make a difference. This is why I decided to run for office – to advocate for safer communities, better-funded schools, clean drinking water, and a more inclusive society where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
Candidate New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 40 |
Officeholder New Hampshire House of Representatives Hillsborough 40 |
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on July 17, 2024