Bill Would Require Release of Tax Returns for New Hampshire Primary Candidates

Lawmakers in Concord are again considering legislation that would require presidential candidates running in New Hampshire’s primary to release five years of income tax returns.

The bill is sponsored by two Seacoast Democrats, including David Meuse, who told the House Election Law Committee on Tuesday that voters would benefit from increased transparency.

“One of the things that I think we have an opportunity to do here in New Hampshire isn’t just to be first in the nation, but it is also to be first when it comes to transparency,” said Meuse.

During the hearing, lawmakers questioned whether the legislation could face legal challenges as it would add additional criteria to who can run for president beyond what is outlined in the U.S. Constitution.

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