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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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Final Report Regarding the March 8, 2024 Officer-Involved Shooting Incident in Rochester

Attorney General John M. Formella announces that the New Hampshire Department of Justice has...

NH Secretary of State Urges Absentee Voters to Mail in Their Ballots as Soon as Possible

General Election absentee ballots returned by mail must be received by the voter’s local...

Fish and Game: Register Now for Snowmobile and OHRV Safety Classes

Winter is on its way, and free in-person Snowmobile Safety Education Classes are now...

NH State Fire Marshal’s Office Urges Residents to Prioritize Smoke Alarm Safety

The NH State Fire Marshal’s Office is teaming up with the National Fire Protection...

NH DHHS Provides Tips to Help Residents Protect Themselves Against the Flu and Other Respiratory Illnesses

The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is providing steps Granite...

Fish and Game: Wear Blaze Orange When Heading Afield

Hunters and all other outdoor enthusiasts are encouraged to put on bright orange clothing...

NH DHHS Releases 2023 Youth Risk Behavior Survey Results

The New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is announcing the results...

New Hampshire Emergency Teams Deploy to Florida for Hurricane Milton Response

A team of five employees from the New Hampshire Department of Safety’s Division of...

Prevent Falls: Take Steps to Protect Yourself as You Age

Falling is NOT a normal part of aging, and it can have serious consequences...

Hike Smart and Responsibly and Get Your Hike Safe Card

As the late summer sunshine inspires you to get outside to hike, bike, kayak,...

Attorney General Formella and Coalition Call for Surgeon General Warnings on Social Media to Protect Youth Mental Health

Attorney General John M. Formella recently announced in a letter to Congress that he,...

NH Fish and Game: Archery Deer Season opens 9/15

As temperatures cool and the days grow shorter, excitement is growing in New Hampshire’s...

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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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