The state Department of Health and Human Services announced 59 new positive test results for COVID-19 and no new deaths on Tuesday.
Environment & Science
Air Resources Council Agrees To Hear Merrimack’s Appeal of Saint-Gobain Permit
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At its first remote meeting on Zoom, the state Air Resources Council voted 5-0 Monday to accept the 100-page appeal, which was filed by the town on March 24.
Environment & Science
House Backs Prohibiting New Landfills Near State Parks, But Not Moratoriums
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The House voted 260-55 to send HB 1422, which would establish a two-year moratorium on new landfill permits, to interim study saying it needs additional study.
Business & Economy
Senate Passes Family, Medical Leave, But Sununu Will Likely Veto
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Senate Democrats passed a comprehensive paid family and medical leave insurance bill Thursday that would take half a percent from everyone’s payroll check to establish funds to cover if they become sick or need to care for a loved one at home.
Business & Economy
Lawmakers Hear Bill To Retrain Workers of Idled Biomass Plants
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Jasen Stock said there are 120 direct jobs and about 900 indirect jobs impacted by the loss of the biomass plant operations.
Business & Economy
Columbia Gas To Pay $53M Fine After Explosions, Eversource To Buy Assets
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The announcement was made Wednesday, the same day a plea deal was made public in which Columbia will plead guilty to federal charges and pay a $53 million fine.
Courts & Corrections
Protective Orders, Cats’ Claws and Net Metering Drive House Action
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The House voted to initially approve a bill to protect older vulnerable adults from exploitation Wednesday.
Business & Economy
The Silence of the Utilities is Deafening
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We interrupt the endless argument about net metering in New Hampshire to bring you an important public service announcement. Energy efficiency is in trouble.
Business & Economy
ATV Advocates and Opponents Testified on Bills at Packed Hearings
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Seven bills were heard on Wednesday dealing with the increased use of All-Terrain Vehicles, including how to accommodate continued growth and environmental concerns.
Business & Economy
Bill Would End Some Property Tax Exemptions for Big Power Plants
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Large power generating plants do not have to pay local property taxes on components that are used for air or water pollution, but one lawmaker wants to change that.