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On September 20, voters in Hillsborough District 3 will head to the polls for a special election to fill the state House seat vacated by Republican incumbent Robert Huxley. Huxley resigned in April for personal reasons after failing to attend a single committee meeting or cast a single House vote.
Candidates
Democrat Peter R. Leishman, Peterborough, has served as a state Representative on and off since 1996 but lost the seat in 2010. He is the owner of the Milford-Bennington Railroad.
Republican David L. Simpson, Peterborough, is a retired insurance agent and fundraiser for non-profit organizations. Simpson is a pro-life Republican who supports "second amendment rights; parental rights, especially concerning education; and right to work."
District Make-up
Hillsborough District 3 covers four towns: Peterborough, New Ipswich, Sharon and Greenville. Registered Republicans have a slight edge over registered Democrats in the district, but over 42% of the voters are undeclared.
The district is leans Democratic. John Kerry narrowly won the district in 2004. President Obama carried the district by a 55% - 45% margin. Based on voting in presidential elections, Hillsborough District 3 has a Partisan Voting Index of D+2.
Voting Details
If you are a United States citizen and will be 18 years of age or older on election day, you may register with your town or city clerk up to 10 days before any election. You may also register to vote on election day at the polling place. There is no minimum residency requirement. You may register and vote as soon as you move into your community.
Absentee ballots are available from your town or city clerk 30 days before an election. Request the absentee ballot application from the clerk or submit a request in writing that includes your name, voting address, mailing address and your signature.
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