Jennifer Rhodes

New Hampshire State Representative

Cheshire District 17

Representing Fitzwilliam, Richmond, Swanzey, Troy and Winchester

Meet Jennifer

NH State Representative Jennifer Rhodes is serving her third term representing Cheshire 17, comprising Winchester, Swanzey, Richmond, Troy, and Fitzwilliam. She represents her constituents as the Vice Chairman of the House Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee since 2022.

Jennifer was the first ever, first term N.H State Representative to be promoted as a Vice Chairman of a House Committee.  She served as the Vice Chairwoman of the Executive Departments and Administration Committee and simultaneously as a member of the Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee. 

She is recognized for her strong unapologetic stance for support of the second amendment. 

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HB348, a First-of-its-Kind Welfare Reform Bill Sponsored by Jennifer Rhodes, Passes

Rep. Jennifer Rhodes’ House Bill 348 was signed into law by Governor Kelly Ayotte, updating New Hampshire’s local welfare laws to allow municipalities to verify residency before providing local assistance. The legislation aims to improve fairness in how welfare costs are shared among communities while maintaining aid for eligible residents.

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Legislative Priorities

Victims’ Rights

Jennifer Rhodes has been a leading advocate for victims’ rights in the NH Legislature. She has worked to strengthen protections for victims of sexual violence, increase penalties for repeat offenders and crimes against children, advance meaningful bail reform, and secure an additional victim advocate position to better support victims and their families.

Committed to Veterans

Jennifer Rhodes has championed legislation to expand employment opportunities for veterans, active-duty service members, and military spouses. She supported reforms that broaden hiring preferences and strengthen opportunities for veteran-owned businesses to compete for state contracts, recognizing the skills, experience, and sacrifices of those who have served our country.

Positive Progress

Jennifer was the first ever, first term N.H State Representative to be promoted as a Vice Chairman of a House Committee. She served as the Vice Chairwoman of the Executive Departments and Administration Committee and simultaneously as a member of the Criminal Justice and Public Safety Committee.

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