Meals and Rooms Tax Distribution by Town
Great news for District 9! Since the passage of my SB 99 Rooms & Meals Tax legislation, our communities have seen an additional $2.84 million in Rooms & Meals revenue—doubling local distributions from $2.85 million in FY20 to $5.69 million in FY26. This is exactly why...
New Boston 4th of July Celebration
I had a wonderful time attending New Boston’s inaugural Fourth of July Parade. It was great to see families lining the streets, children waving their flags, veterans being recognized, and so many familiar faces coming together to celebrate our...
Ricciardi Always Has Open Door
Bedford’s Share of Meals and Rooms Tax Revenues Top $2 Million
This July 6, 2026 article in the Union Leader requires a subscription. Bedford will be getting double its share of meals and rooms tax revenue as compared to years past, state Sen. Denise Ricciardi, R-Bedford, told the Town Council. “Most of you know that, in my first...
Happy 250th Birthday, America!
Happy 250th Birthday, America! 🇺🇸 Today we celebrate 250 years of the United States of America—a nation founded on the enduring ideals of liberty, self-government, and opportunity. As we honor this historic milestone, we remember the courage and sacrifice of those who...
Hoops for Healing
I’m honored to help spread the word about the inaugural Hoops for Healing Basketball Dinner on August 29 at the Double Tree Hotel in Manchester. This special event will feature NBA standout Duncan Robinson and raise funds for programs supporting mental health, heart...
House Bill 1308 Signed Into Law
As Senate Transportation Chair I’m so proud to see this bill signed into law. A very important measure in keeping our roads and our children safe! The new law increases penalties for passing a stopped school bus and mandate license suspensions for both first-time and...
Bipartisan Notes
One of the things I value most about serving in the New Hampshire Senate is the opportunity to work across the aisle to get things done for the people we represent. A recent review of the most bipartisan bills of the 2026 legislative session is a great reminder that...
Filing for Re-Election to the NH Senate
Today, June 11, I filed today for re-election to represent the 13 towns of NH Senate District 9. It has been an honor to serve in the New Hampshire Senate for the past six years. I am extraordinarily thankful for the trust voters have shown in me and the opportunity...
Ricciardi Cited as Most Effective
The Center for Effective Lawmaking, which is a research, education and outreach initiative between Vanderbilt University and the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy at the University of Virginia ranked NH Senator Denise Ricciardi as one of the most...