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Story Archives of 'State Senate'A Legislative ReviewBy Laura Knoy on Thursday, June 12, 2008.As lawmakers wrap up the 2008 session, we’ll see what they did and didn’t accomplish this year. There were winners and losers, no matter what the issue: education, the environment, the economy. We’ll find out more and how this year’s votes at the statehouse will affect votes this fall at the ballot box. Guests
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  Budget Bill Passes, Deficit Talk ContinuesBy Josh Rogers on Thursday, June 5, 2008.Governor Lynch says the plan puts the state on solid financial footing. Republicans say budget problems will be their top campaign issue. listen: No audio currently available. Order on CD (pdf).
Lawmakers Cut Deal on RetirementBy Dan Gorenstein on Tuesday, June 3, 2008.After a tense and sometimes hostile week’s worth of negotiating, House and Senate lawmakers have cut a deal to reform the public pension system. New Hampshire Public’s Radio’s Dan Gorenstein reports. listen:
Lawmakers Begin to Hammer Out Pension ReformBy Dan Gorenstein on Tuesday, May 27, 2008.Lawmakers have until Friday afternoon to reach a compromise on legislation to reform the public pension system. New Hampshire Public Radio’s Dan Gorenstein reports. listen:
The Mellowing of Marijuana LawsBy Richard Ager on Friday, April 25, 2008.A new bill proposes to reduce penalties for possessing a small amount of marijuana in the state. Supporters call it more just punishment for an infraction many already commit, but opponents warn it would send the wrong message about drug use. The bill has passed the House but faces a tough time in the Senate and a veto threat from the Governor. We’ll look at current marijuana law, the new proposals and New Hampshire's attitudes around this drug. Guests
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Paper, Plastic or Reusable?By Amy Quinton on Thursday, April 17, 2008.Paper or Plastic? Environmentalists say the correct answer is neither. A group of Hanover High School students agree – and have asked New Hampshire lawmakers to pass a resolution that asks retailers to promote reusable bags instead. Environmental problems from plastic bags have led some cities, states, and even other countries to ban or tax them. New Hampshire Public Radio’s Amy Quinton reports. listen:
Senators Feel the SqueezeBy Dan Gorenstein on Thursday, March 27, 2008.This week, lobbyists have begun in earnest to talk to State Senators about the controversial bill that would overhaul the public retirement system. On one side unions representing public employees want the Senate to substantially change the bill that came out of the House. And they're using their political power to pressure those Senators they've supported in earlier elections. New Hampshire Public Radio’s Dan Gorenstein reports. listen:
New Hampshire News RoundupBy Laura Knoy on Monday, March 24, 2008.Last Thursday was an important day at the Statehouse called “crossover day”, where legislation that’s been worked on at the House switches over to the Senate and vice versa. These items include an education funding bill, a plan to cut greenhouse gas emissions, bills on texting while driving and decriminalizing marijuana, as well as a 10-year, 2.3 billion dollar transportation plan. We’ll see how these bills may fare and discuss other news affecting life in the Granite State. Guests
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Senate Keeps Gambling BillBy Dan Gorenstein on Thursday, March 20, 2008.In an unexpected move, the Senate did not kill a bill to expand gambling. Some senators who have often opposed the concept are taking a second look. New Hampshire Public Radio’s Dan Gorenstein has more. listen:
Retooled Education Plan Aired In SenateBy Josh Rogers on Tuesday, March 4, 2008.State Senate Democrats want to add more money to the 914 million dollar school funding plan they unveiled last week. Their revised proposal, which earmarks millions more for poorer towns, mostly drew praise at its first public hearing. But as New Hampshire Public Radio's Josh Rogers reports, some questions persist. Prime among them is: where will the money come from? listen:
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