Candidate for Re-Election • 2026

Meet Jim Qualey

Jim has been a resident of Rindge for over 26 years and currently serves as State Representative for Cheshire District 18, representing the towns of Rindge, Jaffrey, and Dublin.

Jim Qualey

As a member and Vice-Chairman of the NH House Election Law Committee, Jim has worked consistently to maintain and strengthen the integrity of New Hampshire elections.

His record of community service includes serving as a Rindge Selectman from 2016 to 2019 (including 1½ years as Chairman), serving as an alternate Library Trustee for 10 years, and participating on the SAU-47 Budget Advisory Committee. He was also Chairman of the Rindge Jaffrey Fitzwilliam Republican Committee for six years (2019–2025).

Experience & Service

State Representative

Currently serving Cheshire District 18 (Rindge, Jaffrey, Dublin). Previously represented Cheshire District 11.

Vice-Chairman, NH House Election Law Committee

Local Government

Rindge Selectman (2016–2019), including 1½ years as Chairman. Served on Capital Improvement, Budget Advisory, and Recreation Committees.

Community Leadership

Chairman of the Rindge Jaffrey Fitzwilliam Republican Committee (2019–2025). Alternate Library Trustee for 10 years.

Professional Background

Jim brings a strong technical and analytical background to public service. He spent many years working as an engineer in both civilian and defense-related research and development.

He also served as a visiting professor teaching physics at Daniel Webster College. Jim holds a Ph.D. in Physics from Penn State University.

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