NH House Republicans just passed and sent onto the state Senate a devastating budget that raises costs, cuts services, and fails Granite Staters. It did not have to happen this way. Their nearly decade long tax cutting spree created this situation, and now property tax payers will be left to pick up the bill.
NH has lost $1 Billion over ten years
We’ve watched NH lose $1 billion over the past ten years thanks to the Republican led business tax cuts and the newly instituted elimination of the interest and dividends tax. There is no plan to replace this revenue with Republican arguing that lower taxes will lead to an expansion of business. This study by the NH Fiscal Policy Institute says differently.
What Has Become of Laissez Faire New Hampshire?
A NH Budget Should Put Families First
Governor Ayotte's Budget Benefits the Wealthy
It is imperative that House Republicans take a step back and reassess Governor Ayotte’s concerning budget proposal, particularly its impact on low-income families and children. At a time when it feels like billionaire CEOs are running the show, Democrats in the State House are going to fight tooth and nail to stand up for working families and do whatever we can to close the gap between the rich and poor so we all have a chance to live free.
Ayotte's revenue at odds with NH Ways and Means Committee
Governor Ayotte's Budget Punishes Town and Cities
Governor Ayotte's Budget Misses the Mark
The NH House Votes to Protect Workers Rights
NH Fiscal Policy Institute Mid-Year Briefing
Policymakers in the State Capitol will focus on allocating resources in the next State Budget during the next several months. The State Budget provides funds for a wide variety of programs and services, including health and education, road and bridge maintenance, and public protection for both people and the natural environment. Understanding the State Budget, how it is developed, and current public needs and trends in key economic and fiscal conditions can provide insights into the discussions that will shape priorities for the next spending plan. Here are seven facts about the New Hampshire State Budget to know for 2025: