State revenue collections in November yielded the first monthly surplus since the State’s fiscal year began on July 1. However, the sources of the surplus provided mixed indications about State revenue trends in the future and no assurance that revenue surpluses would continue in the coming months.
Most families in the United States have their Thanksgiving traditions: turkey, pie, gratitude, and perhaps at least one confidently delivered “fact” that isn’t actually a fact. This year, we’ve got you covered.
Experts at our annual conference shared practical, data-informed solutions for tackling the state’s biggest challenges. From rising health care and housing costs to gaps in caregiving and the pressures facing rural communities, panelists emphasized collaboration, stronger public investment, and smarter use of data as key pathways forward.
Our Affordability Eroded report prompted lots of questions from readers. We answer some of them here, including why inflation-adjusted food and gas prices look lower over the decade and why 2015 budgets stretched further than 2024 budgets.
October revenues dropped $12.2M below target, driven by the repeal of NH’s Interest & Dividends Tax and a wave of taxpayer refunds. Read Phil Sletten’s full breakdown of what’s behind the numbers and what it means for the state’s fiscal outlook.
Up to 76,000 New Hampshire residents faced disruptions to critical SNAP benefits on November 1 because of the federal government shutdown. Read our analysis and explore our interactive map.
