Paul Hodes is a Democratic Representative for the 2nd congressional district of New Hampshire. Preceded by Charlie Bass, Hodes has held office since 2007. Before his career in politics, he was an attorney in the state he currently represents.
Fast Facts:
- Born: March 21, 1951 in New York City, New York
- Spouse: Peggo Hodes
- Assumed Office: January 4, 2007
- Alma Mater: Dartmouth College
- Former Profession: Lawyer
- Member of the Financial Services Committee
- From 1990-1996 was the Chair for the Capitol Center for the Arts
Positions
- Voted in favor of expanding research to more embryonic stem cell lines.
- In favor of stockholder voting of executive compensation.
- Voted to give tax incentives for renewable energy.
- In 2006, voted to withdraw the U.S. National Guard from Iraq.
- In favor of giving mental health full equity with physical health.