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Heath Howard

Democratic

Student

Heath Howard is a Democratic candidate for U.S. House New Hampshire District 1 in the 2026 election.

From the candidate’s public filings

Background

Heath Howard was born in New Hampshire. He graduated from Spaulding High School in 2018. As of his 2024 campaign, he was attending the University of New Hampshire.[1]

High school:
Spaulding High School, 2018

Campaign money

Raised
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From individuals
$0
From PACs & party
$0
Own money
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FEC filings.

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Campaign themes

Heath Howard did not complete [the profile publisher]'s 2026 Candidate Connection survey.

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Heath grew up in Strafford and went to public schools graduating from Spaulding High School in 2018. He is currently a student at the University of New Hampshire studying History and got involved in local politics after breaking his back twice.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Fund our public schools to the level they are constitutionally required.Look to bring in competition for our internet service providers to drive rates down and speeds up.Affordable and accessible healthcare that serves Granite Staters.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Healthcare because of my personal medical history and the problems I've dealt with in that space.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

It is important that our leaders are pragmatic. Knowing how to compromise and when to not is an necessary skill to providing for our constituents.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

https://heathhowardnh.com/endorsements/

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

While serving on the House Election Law Committee this past term, I fought for a number of transparency reforms to make it clear where candidates are funded.

Heath Howard did not complete [the profile publisher]'s 2022 Candidate Connection survey.

Heath Howard did not complete [the profile publisher]'s 2020 Candidate Connection survey.

On the 2026 ballot

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Compiled from the candidate’s published profile as of September 30, 2026 and FEC filings.

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