AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoProperty Taxes & School Funding: Gov. Kelly Ayotte signed HB 1300, putting a voter question on capping school property taxes at inflation plus new construction costs on the November ballot and again in 2028, a move Republicans say boosts accountability and turnout. State Politics: The fight over Rep. Ellen Read’s alleged speeding-ticket claims and conduct continues, with fellow lawmakers pushing for her removal. Public Health: In a Senate confirmation hearing, CDC nominee Dr. Erica Schwartz vowed she “will never betray the science,” while senators pressed her on whether she’d resist political pressure tied to vaccine and CDC policy changes. Environment & Recreation: NH lake groups are pushing back on invasive milfoil, using divers and periodic chemical treatments to protect swimming and fishing. Historic Preservation: The National Park Service approved New Hampshire’s 10-year historic preservation plan, built from statewide input and aimed at protecting the state’s identity. Business & Community: Ledyard Bank’s 35th Anniversary Community Impact Awards handed out $35,000 across six NH nonprofits, including support for cancer caregivers, adaptive sports, and child safety. Defense & Economy: The U.S. approved a nearly $2B arms sale to Saudi Arabia for APKWS-II guidance kits, with BAE Systems listed as the principal contractor in Nashua. Air Travel: A look at TSA’s private-screening partnerships highlights how some airports use contractor staff at checkpoints under TSA rules.
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