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ArchivesLawmakers, Benson Prepare For Override VoteBy Josh Rogers on Monday, June 30, 2003.For the first time in more than 20 years the biennial tug of war over the state budget came to a gubernatorial veto. According to Governor Craig Benson, lawmakers� 8.8 billion dollar spending plan is irresponsibly large. GOP leaders in the legislature say otherwise. And later today � on the last day of the fiscal year � lawmakers will gather to try for an override listen:
 Benson's Budget Veto StandsBy Josh Rogers on Monday, June 30, 2003.House falls four votes shy on override. Lawmakers then reach accord on three month continuing resolution. listen:
Last Minute Deal Keeps State Government GoingBy David Darman on Monday, June 30, 2003.New Hampshire lawmakers yesterday passed and the governor signed a continuing resolution to keep state government running. The resolution came in the final hours of the fiscal year. Earlier in the morning, state representatives sustained Governor Benson's veto of the budget. NHPR's Josh Rogers has that story coming up a little later. But first, the continuing resolution will allow the state to spend more than the Governor had said he would allow. New Hampshire Public Radio?s David Darman has the story. listen:
Police Brace for GG Allin AnniversaryBy Lisa Peakes on Friday, June 27, 2003.NHPR's Lisa Peakes speaks with the Editor of the Littleton Courier about how Littleton officials are getting ready for this weekends commemoration of New Hampshire's infamous punk rocker. listen:
The Weirs Beach Drive-In Takes You BackBy Andres Gonzalez on Friday, June 27, 2003.The Weirs Beach drive-in, open since 1949, is one of the last remaining drive-ins in New Hampshire. After a short break from the buzz of Bike Week, Weirs Beach is back to family entertainment. And once again, moviegoers are filling the four screen drive-in to enjoy the magical ambianceof this very nostalgic, American pasttime. NHPR correspondent Andres Gonzalez went on opening day and prepared this audio postcard. listen:
New Law Could Make NH Bar VoluntaryBy John Milne on Thursday, June 26, 2003.The Legislature has sent Governor Craig Benson a bill that calls for voluntary membership in the New Hampshire Bar Association. Currently any lawyers who want to practice in New Hampshire must be members. It’s likely that Benson will sign the measure. If that happens, the state bar association may challenge the law in court. Either way, the lingering tension between lawmakers and the judiciary broken the surface again. N-H-P-R political correspondent John Milne reports: listen:
Benson Vetoes Budget BillBy Josh Rogers on Thursday, June 26, 2003.Governor Craig Benson has vetoed the 8.8 billion dollar state budget. Benson also vetoed a companion bill containing fee increases and other law changes tied to the budget. New Hampshire Public Radio?s Josh Rogers has more. listen:
Lawmakers Pass Budget And Await VetoBy Josh Rogers on Wednesday, June 25, 2003.The Legislature agrees on 2.7 billion dollar state budget despite a threatened veto from Governor Craig Benson. listen:
AG To Examine Benson's DisclosureBy Josh Rogers on Wednesday, June 25, 2003.The Attorney General’s office has agreed to investigate Democratic Party allegations that Governor Craig Benson improperly disclosed his financial ties to a Golf Club regulated by the state. listen:
A First in the Nation Primary... on the Web?By Raquel Maria Dillon on Wednesday, June 25, 2003.At midnight tonight, the polls will close in cyberspace. MoveOn-dot-org, a liberal internet-based political organization, is holding what it calls the first online presidential primary. Most of the Democratic presidential candidates have been falling over themselves to get out the vote. New Hampshire Public Radio?s Raquel Maria Dillon asked, does a virtual victory translate into real results? listen:
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