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Press Release

For Immediate Release

Contact: Carole Alfano, 603-271-7585 carole.alfano@leg.state.nh.us         

November 28, 2011                                                

Sen. White announces he will not seek re-election

Says serving the people of District 9 is a privilege; cites family and business concerns   

 (Concord)  Sen. Ray White, R-Bedford, announced today that he will not seek re-election in 2012.

The first-term lawmaker was elected in November of 2010 to represent District 9 that includes Merrimack, New Boston, Mount Vernon, Lyndeborough and Greenfield, as well as his hometown of Bedford.

      Commenting on his decision, White said, “During my term, I have put the interests of the voters of District 9 first on a daily basis, even ahead of my family and my business, and was willing to do so since the voters gave me the privilege and trust of serving them in the New Hampshire State Senate. I served during what many have described as one of the most difficult periods ever, given the bleak budgetary and economic situation the state faced when I came into office, and I was willing to stand up and take responsibility for the very difficult and hotly-debated decisions that had to be made. I have strived to bring a high-level of energy and intensity around the pro-business and pro-family issues I campaigned on. However, I cannot in good conscience make that same commitment for another term, as it would be unfair to my wife Emily and my sons, Randy and Justin, who have been greatly impacted by the commitment necessary, not to mention my business partners and customers, who also have been so gracious and understanding in my absence.”

     He added, “I am incredibly grateful for the privilege and honor the amazing people of District 9 have given to me, and would not want to tarnish that by giving anything less than my all-out best effort, which I can and will commit to continue for another year. I cannot make that commitment for another 2 year Senate term, however.”

      For the 2011-2012 session, White served as Vice Chairman of the Commerce Committee and was also a member of Executive Departments & Administration.  During his first term, he has gained a reputation for his accessibility, his blunt, plain-spoken honesty, and a tireless work ethic.  He was relied upon for his deep knowledge of insurance and financial issues. His warped sense of humor was always on display.

     Away from the state house, White has more than 25 years experience in the insurance and financial planning industry. He is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) and licensed securities representative, holding the series 6, 63, 26 and 65 licenses. He holds many professional designations including CLU, RHU, CASL and the Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) designations. He owns an Employee Benefits firm in Bedford.   White has been active in conservative and family causes for over 20 years.

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