Research summary
Research summary
Topic summary
Map their records on taxes, housing costs, and the cost of living in New Hampshire.
Key research questions
- Investigate "New Hampshire Senate: John Sununu vs.
Important claims and supporting citations
In a 2005 newspaper column, Chris Pappas wrote that Granite Staters had been 'brainwashed' regarding income and sales taxes.
In a 2002 VoteSmart survey as a state house candidate, Chris Pappas wrote that he would lower property taxes, raise cigarette taxes, expand gambling, and implement a low-rate sales or income tax.
- https://chrispappas.org/2026/10/at-first-debate-chris-pappas-highlights-record-of-lowering-costs-for-families-john-sununu-runs-away-from-his-own-words/
- https://justfacts.votesmart.org/candidate/key-votes/42635/chris-pappas/111/taxes
- http://pappas.house.gov/media/press-releases/pappas-announces-new-legislation-to-reduce-energy-costs
Chris Pappas, Senator Jeanne Shaheen, and Representative Ilhan Omar reintroduced the Manufactured Housing Community Sustainability Act to incentivize park owners to sell to residents or nonprofits.
- https://chrispappas.org/2026/10/at-first-debate-chris-pappas-highlights-record-of-lowering-costs-for-families-john-sununu-runs-away-from-his-own-words/
- https://chrispappas.org/2026/10/icymi-on-face-the-nation-chris-pappas-taking-nothing-for-granted-in-race-for-new-hampshires-open-u-s-senate-seat/
- https://pappas.house.gov/media?page=15
John Sununu stated he will vote yes on a 2026 New Hampshire ballot question capping local property tax increases, while Chris Pappas declined to take a position.
- https://chrispappas.org/2026/10/at-first-debate-chris-pappas-highlights-record-of-lowering-costs-for-families-john-sununu-runs-away-from-his-own-words/
- https://chrispappas.org/2026/10/icymi-on-face-the-nation-chris-pappas-taking-nothing-for-granted-in-race-for-new-hampshires-open-u-s-senate-seat/
- https://pappas.house.gov/media?page=15
PolitiFact identified that Pappas voted against the One Big Beautiful Bill Act in 2025 and voted three times as a state legislator over two decades ago for higher taxes or against lower taxes.
Chris Pappas and Representative Janelle Bynum introduced the SPUR Housing Act, creating a five-year $1.5 billion HUD grant program to offset state and local developer impact fees.
- https://chrispappas.org/2026/10/at-first-debate-chris-pappas-highlights-record-of-lowering-costs-for-families-john-sununu-runs-away-from-his-own-words/
- https://chrispappas.org/2026/10/icymi-on-face-the-nation-chris-pappas-taking-nothing-for-granted-in-race-for-new-hampshires-open-u-s-senate-seat/
- https://pappas.house.gov/media?page=15
PolitiFact rated Sununu's claim that Pappas voted to raise taxes 68 times as False on October 1, 2026, noting the list counted procedural votes and non-tax bills.
Chris Pappas voted against the 2025 One Big Beautiful Bill Act citing proposed cuts to Medicaid and SNAP.
Competing explanations
In his September 8, 2026 primary-night speech, John E. Sununu asserted that Chris Pappas voted to raise taxes 68 times and that every tax vote Pappas made was to raise taxes.
Outstanding questions
- Chris Pappas proposed adding $1 billion to LIHEAP and expanding eligibility to households at 75 percent of the state median income.
- Chris Pappas advocated for federal funding incentives for municipalities that reform local zoning to permit tiny homes and mixed-use developments.
- Chris Pappas released a campaign blueprint proposing energy tax cuts, expanding LIHEAP, suspending the federal gas tax, and curbing private equity in housing.
- During a debate, Sununu stated he opposed Donald Trump's deal to purchase diesel from Russia to reduce fuel prices.
- John Sununu proposed waiving tariffs on building materials, enacting permitting reform, and easing workforce housing regulations.
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Chris Pappas advocated for federal funding incentives for municipalities that reform local zoning to permit t…
Chris Pappas advocated for federal funding incentives for municipalities that reform local zoning to permit tiny homes and mixed-use developments.
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Chris Pappas co-sponsored H.R.
Chris Pappas co-sponsored H.R. 4717, the First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit Act of 2025.
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A Joint Economic Committee Democratic analysis calculated that the average New Hampshire household spent at l…
A Joint Economic Committee Democratic analysis calculated that the average New Hampshire household spent at least $4,400 more on goods and services between January 2025 and June 2026.
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Chris Pappas and Representative Janelle Bynum introduced the SPUR Housing Act, creating a five-year $1.5 bill…
Chris Pappas and Representative Janelle Bynum introduced the SPUR Housing Act, creating a five-year $1.5 billion HUD grant program to offset state and local developer impact fees.
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New Hampshire voters face a November 3 ballot measure capping local school property tax increases at inflatio…
New Hampshire voters face a November 3 ballot measure capping local school property tax increases at inflation plus new taxable property growth, limiting central office administrative spending to 6% of district budgets.
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Chris Pappas released a campaign blueprint proposing energy tax cuts, expanding LIHEAP, suspending the federa…
Chris Pappas released a campaign blueprint proposing energy tax cuts, expanding LIHEAP, suspending the federal gas tax, and curbing private equity in housing.
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On January 23, 2026, Chris Pappas co-launched the Congressional Lowering Utility Bills Caucus to address util…
On January 23, 2026, Chris Pappas co-launched the Congressional Lowering Utility Bills Caucus to address utility provider rate increases.
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John Sununu proposed waiving tariffs on building materials, enacting permitting reform, and easing workforce…
John Sununu proposed waiving tariffs on building materials, enacting permitting reform, and easing workforce housing regulations.
Labels: Inferred, Low, investigate
The New Hampshire Fiscal Policy Institute reported the 2025 median single-family home price reached $535,000,…
The New Hampshire Fiscal Policy Institute reported the 2025 median single-family home price reached $535,000, up 78 percent from 2019, with housing inventory at 1.8 months of supply.
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In 2008, John Sununu voted for the Energy Improvement and Extension Act, which included AMT relief, an expand…
In 2008, John Sununu voted for the Energy Improvement and Extension Act, which included AMT relief, an expanded child tax credit, and a wood-pellet stove tax credit he authored.
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In 2006, John E.
In 2006, John E. Sununu voted against funding $47 billion for the military via the repeal of the capital gains tax cut.
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New Hampshire's median single-family home sale price reached $575,000 in 2026 according to an N.H.
New Hampshire's median single-family home sale price reached $575,000 in 2026 according to an N.H. Housing report, requiring an income of $189,000 to afford.
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Chris Pappas, Senator Jeanne Shaheen, and Representative Ilhan Omar reintroduced the Manufactured Housing Com…
Chris Pappas, Senator Jeanne Shaheen, and Representative Ilhan Omar reintroduced the Manufactured Housing Community Sustainability Act to incentivize park owners to sell to residents or nonprofits.
Labels: Source-linked, Low, known
The statewide median single-family sale price in New Hampshire was $569,900 in September 2026.
The statewide median single-family sale price in New Hampshire was $569,900 in September 2026.
Labels: Inferred, Low, known
In his September 8, 2026 primary-night speech, John E.
In his September 8, 2026 primary-night speech, John E. Sununu asserted that Chris Pappas voted to raise taxes 68 times and that every tax vote Pappas made was to raise taxes.
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Chris Pappas's Legislative Proposals on Energy Costs and LIHEAP
Chris Pappas's Legislative Proposals on Energy Costs and LIHEAP
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Chris Pappas's Past Statements and Votes on State Taxes
Chris Pappas's Past Statements and Votes on State Taxes
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John Sununu's Opposition to Trump Trade and Energy Policies
John Sununu's Opposition to Trump Trade and Energy Policies
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The claim of 68 tax-raise votes originated from an August 28, 2026 analysis by reporter Tayte Christensen at…
The claim of 68 tax-raise votes originated from an August 28, 2026 analysis by reporter Tayte Christensen at the Washington Reporter covering Pappas's 24-year legislative career.
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PolitiFact rated Sununu's claim that Pappas voted to raise taxes 68 times as False on October 1, 2026, noting…
PolitiFact rated Sununu's claim that Pappas voted to raise taxes 68 times as False on October 1, 2026, noting the list counted procedural votes and non-tax bills.
Labels: Source-linked, Low, known
During a debate, Sununu stated he opposed Donald Trump's deal to purchase diesel from Russia to reduce fuel p…
During a debate, Sununu stated he opposed Donald Trump's deal to purchase diesel from Russia to reduce fuel prices.
Labels: Inferred, Low, investigate
Chris Pappas proposed adding $1 billion to LIHEAP and expanding eligibility to households at 75 percent of th…
Chris Pappas proposed adding $1 billion to LIHEAP and expanding eligibility to households at 75 percent of the state median income.
Labels: Source-linked, Low, investigate
In a 2005 newspaper column, Chris Pappas wrote that Granite Staters had been 'brainwashed' regarding income a…
In a 2005 newspaper column, Chris Pappas wrote that Granite Staters had been 'brainwashed' regarding income and sales taxes.
Labels: Source-linked, Medium, known
On September 24, 2026, Chris Pappas introduced H.R.
On September 24, 2026, Chris Pappas introduced H.R. 10588 (LIHEAP Act) and H.R. 10587 (American Homes First Act) with zero cosponsors.
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In a 2002 VoteSmart survey as a state house candidate, Chris Pappas wrote that he would lower property taxes,…
In a 2002 VoteSmart survey as a state house candidate, Chris Pappas wrote that he would lower property taxes, raise cigarette taxes, expand gambling, and implement a low-rate sales or income tax.
Labels: Source-linked, Medium, known
John Sununu stated he will vote yes on a 2026 New Hampshire ballot question capping local property tax increa…
John Sununu stated he will vote yes on a 2026 New Hampshire ballot question capping local property tax increases, while Chris Pappas declined to take a position.
Labels: Source-linked, Low, known
On October 5, 2026, John E.
On October 5, 2026, John E. Sununu publicly opposed Donald Trump's tariffs at the Nashua Rotary Club, citing the effect of building material tariffs on housing affordability.
Labels: Inferred, Low, known
On October 9, 2026, Chris Pappas advocated for adding $1 billion to the federal Low Income Home Energy Assist…
On October 9, 2026, Chris Pappas advocated for adding $1 billion to the federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and suspending the federal gas tax.
Labels: Source-linked, Low, known
Chris Pappas introduced H.R.
Chris Pappas introduced H.R. 7044, the Energy Burden Tax Credit Act, providing a refundable credit for energy expenses exceeding 3 percent of modified AGI.
Labels: Source-linked, Low, known
PolitiFact identified that Pappas voted against the One Big Beautiful Bill Act in 2025 and voted three times…
PolitiFact identified that Pappas voted against the One Big Beautiful Bill Act in 2025 and voted three times as a state legislator over two decades ago for higher taxes or against lower taxes.
Labels: Source-linked, Low, known
The 68 tax-raise votes tally includes Pappas's 2021 vote for the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, whic…
The 68 tax-raise votes tally includes Pappas's 2021 vote for the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, which repealed the employee retention tax credit.
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While serving in the New Hampshire state legislature, Chris Pappas voted in favor of a state estate tax and a…
While serving in the New Hampshire state legislature, Chris Pappas voted in favor of a state estate tax and against a property tax cut.
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Chris Pappas voted against the 2025 One Big Beautiful Bill Act citing proposed cuts to Medicaid and SNAP.
Chris Pappas voted against the 2025 One Big Beautiful Bill Act citing proposed cuts to Medicaid and SNAP.
Labels: Source-linked, Low, known