NHJournal: Ayotte Orders AG to Review Controversial Nashua Water Deal
August 17, 2025
Councilors Wheeler, Kenney, and I joined Governor Ayotte’s call for answers regarding the Nongfu Spring purchase in Nashua New Hampshire this week, asking the Business and Economic Affairs Commissioner Taylor Caswell a series of questions to help get to the bottom of the purchase and who orchestrated the sale. We share the concern of our
June & July Executive Council Highlights
August 14, 2025
By Executive Councilor John A. Stephen – District 4 The summer months have been filled with productive meetings, community visits, and work on key priorities for District 4 and the State of New Hampshire. From addressing school safety concerns to celebrating local business milestones, the past two months have been a reminder of the dedication
Union Leader: Advocates Share Success, Challenges To Build More Housing for Veterans
July 17, 2025
Hosting Critical Conversations on Veterans Housing Yesterday, I had the honor of hosting a roundtable discussion on veterans housing at the New Hampshire Institute of Politics at Saint Anselm College. We brought together state officials, housing advocates, and veterans service providers to address one of the most pressing challenges facing our veteran community: access to
Granite Eagle: Executive Councilors Kenney and Stephen Call for Urgent Public Safety Coordination Following Fuentes Tragedy
July 17, 2025
Snippet from story published at The Granite Eagle on July 17, 2025: CONCORD, N.H. — In the wake of the murder of Marisol Fuentes, two members of the New Hampshire Executive Council are calling for an urgent inter-agency meeting to review and upgrade the state’s public safety information systems. In a joint letter sent Tuesday
NHJournal: Councilors Kenney, Stephen Want Immediate Removal of Magistrate in Berlin Murder Case
July 14, 2025
“You don’t have to be a rocket scientist to know this magistrate’s not making appropriate decisions. And some are so outrageous, you have to question her ability to sit and judge on these cases going forward, and I want to make sure we do the best we can for our victims,” [John] Stephen said on
Stephen Urges Action to Protect Job Corps Students
June 15, 2025
The U.S. Department of Labor’s May 29, 2025, announcement to close Manchester’s Job Corps Center by June 30 demands urgent action. This vital program supports over 200 young Granite Staters, yet 40 students face homelessness by June 6. On May 30, I wrote to Commissioners George Copadis (Employment Security), Ken Merrifield (Labor), and Taylor Caswell
OP-ED: PDIP Reforms Support New Hampshire’s Communities
June 15, 2025
Originally published by NHJournal.com. In a small New Hampshire town, a family dreams of opening a bakery, but their local bank can’t offer the loan they need. Across the street, a young couple hopes to buy their first home, only to face the same hurdle. These aren’t just personal stories; they point to a larger
May 2025: Advancing Safety, Accountability, and Community Support
June 15, 2025
We tackled road safety, tightened state contract oversight, and uplifted communities in May 2025 by rejecting flawed deals, supporting grieving families, and empowering youth, building a sturdier future for the state. The Governor’s Highway Safety Task Force convened frequently, and our subcommittee drafted over 100 recommendations to save lives on roads. We are proposing tougher patrols for
April Community Efforts: Safety, Housing, and Recovery in District 4
May 3, 2025
April was a month of meaningful engagement across District 4, as I worked to address pressing issues like highway safety, affordable housing, veterans’ services, substance abuse recovery, and community infrastructure. Below, I’ve outlined these initiatives, reflecting my commitment to improving the lives of Granite Staters while ensuring transparency and fiscal responsibility. Championing Highway Safety Through
Saving Lives on New Hampshire’s Roads: Our Task Force Mission
April 17, 2025
New Hampshire’s roads should be safe for every driver, passenger, and pedestrian. Yet, in 2024, we lost 135 lives to motor vehicle crashes—heartbreaking tragedies often tied to impaired driving, reckless speeding, and distraction. As a member of Governor Kelly Ayotte’s Special Task Force on Highway Safety, I’m committed to turning the tide. Our April 4,
