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Governor Ayotte Signs New Law to Protect Granite Staters from Surprise Ambulance Bills and Ensure Fair EMS Reimbursement

On July 31, Governor Kelly Ayotte signed into law Senate Bill 245. This bipartisan legislation prohibits "surprise billing" for ground ambulance services and establishes fair reimbursement rates for emergency medical service providers and fire departments in New Hampshire. "No one should have to face unknown...

Governor Kelly Ayotte and Attorney General John Formella Announce Expansion of Cold Case Unit, Adding Full-Time NH DOJ Investigators

Governor Kelly Ayotte and Attorney General John Formella announce an expansion of the New Hampshire Cold Case Unit, increasing the number of New Hampshire Department of Justice (NH DOJ) Investigators assigned to the Unit from one part-time position to two full-time roles. This expansion...

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NH Fish and Game: Discover WILD New Hampshire Day Set for 4/19

Mark Your Calendar! The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department’s beloved outdoor festival, Discover...

NH Fish and Game: Exercise Caution around All Forms of Ice—Thick Ice May Not Be Safe Ice

With ice fishing derbies underway across the state, New Hampshire Fish and Game Department...

Multi-Agency Fugitive Task Force Arrests Three at Rochester Residence Linked to Drug Activity

On the morning of January 31, members of the United States Marshals Service (USMS),...

Community Re-Entry Program for Adults and Youth Launched by NHDOC and NH DHHS

The New Hampshire Departments of Corrections (NHDOC) and Health and Human Services (DHHS) have...

Haydee Rivera-Nadeau Sentenced to 28 to 56 years for the Death of Lisa Rocheleau in Rochester, New Hampshire

Attorney General John M. Formella and Chief Gary Boudreau of the Rochester Police Department...

Consumer Alert: Increase in Lottery and Sweepstakes Scams Targeting Older Adult Population

Attorney General John M. Formella issues a Consumer Alert for New Hampshire residents, especially...

New Hampshire Governor Ayotte Institutes State Hiring Freeze

On January 22, Governor Kelly Ayotte signed an Executive Order instituting a hiring freeze across...

Governor Kelly Ayotte Announces Key Staff Appointments

On January 6, then Governor-elect Kelly Ayotte announced several hires for the Governor’s Office...

Governor Ayotte Creates Commission on Government Efficiency in First Executive Order

On January 9, Governor Kelly Ayotte signed her first Executive Order creating the Commission...

State of NH: Governor Kelly Ayotte’s Inaugural Address

On January 9, Governor Kelly Ayotte delivered her inaugural address after being sworn in...

State Fire Marshal’s Office, Manchester Fire Department Share Safety Tips for the Holiday Season

As residents and visitors prepare for holiday festivities, New Hampshire State Fire Marshal Sean...

NH Fish and Game: Refrain from Feeding Deer this Winter

As winter approaches, bringing snow across the Granite State, deer are changing their activity...

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Governor Ayotte Signs New Law to Protect Granite Staters from Surprise Ambulance Bills and Ensure Fair EMS Reimbursement

On July 31, Governor Kelly Ayotte signed into law Senate Bill 245. This bipartisan...

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