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Story Archives of 'Dick Green'Changes May Be Coming to Portsmouth's PortBy Roger Wood on Tuesday, February 6, 2007.Changes could be coming to the Port of Portsmouth. The Executive Director of the Pease Development Authority is looking at how to make the port more attractive and more prosperous. But he'll need some help from the legislature. As NHPR Correspondent Roger Wood reports. listen:
  Lawmakers Face Number of Education Bills This SessionBy Amy Quinton on Friday, January 6, 2006.Among the hundreds of pieces of legislation introduced this session, New Hampshire lawmakers will take up a number of education issues. While education funding is a perpetual topic, legislators will also debate high school dropouts, revising special education laws, and mandating kindergarten. New Hampshire Public Radio’s Amy Quinton has this preview. listen:
Senate Majority Calls Session To Oust EatonBy Josh Rogers on Wednesday, September 7, 2005.State Senate to convene Friday for what could turn out to be Senate President Tom Eaton's last day as the Senate's top officer. Fourteen of Eaton colleagues requested the meeting Wednesday. Their stated purpose: the election of new officers. New Hampshire Public Radio's Josh Rogers has more. NHPR News coverage of the State Senate leadership struggle was awarded an Honorable Mention in 2005 Best Spot News by the New Hampshire Associated Press Broadcasters Association. listen:
Senate Rejects Lynch Backed Ed Funding PlanBy David Darman on Thursday, June 9, 2005.The New Hampshire Senate Thursday rejected an education funding plan backed by Governor Lynch. In a 13 to 11 vote, they passed a different plan that was put forward by Senator Ted Gatsas of Manchester. New Hampshire Public Radio's David Darman has more. listen:
Governor, Senate, Counties Brace for Budget VoteBy Josh Rogers on Wednesday, June 8, 2005.The 2.7 billion dollar spending plan earmarks about 4 percent more money that the current budget, but strips 110 million dollars from Governor Lynch's proposed budget………But the budget debate is not just about numbers, it's about political identity. listen:
Senate Majority Sides With LynchBy Josh Rogers on Tuesday, June 7, 2005.School funding proposal eliminates the statewide property tax and relies on 28 cent per pack increase to the cigarette tax. listen:
Senate Feud Boils Over On FloorBy Josh Rogers on Friday, May 20, 2005.As the state senate closes in on its busiest time of year, fissures within the ranks of the GOP majority are showing signs of strain. At the close of yesterday's session, two members openly challenged Senate President Tom Eaton -- accusing him of denying them the ability to fully participate in the debates over the state budget and school funding. New Hampshire Public Radio's Josh Rogers has more. NHPR News coverage of the State Senate leadership struggle was awarded an Honorable Mention in 2005 Best Spot News by the New Hampshire Associated Press Broadcasters Association. listen:
Disgruntled Republicans Eye AlternativeBy Dan Gorenstein on Monday, August 30, 2004.Some Republicans disappointed with Governor Craig Benson have launched a write-in campaign for Republican state Senator Dick Green. With no money and no staff, organizers however, have less than three weeks to attract fellow disgruntled Republicans. Certain GOP circles welcome the opportunity to register a protest vote for governor. But many in the party just dismiss the fledgling campaign as something that is going nowhere fast. New Hampshire Public Radio's Dan Gorenstein reports. listen:
Senate Moves School Vouchers ForwardBy Dan Gorenstein on Thursday, April 22, 2004.The Senate has narrowly passed a plan to create vouchers for elementary school-aged students. If approved, the measure would ultimately provide vouchers to 14 thousand students. New Hampshire Public Radio's Dan Gorenstein reports. listen:
Budget Compromise UnveiledBy Josh Rogers on Thursday, August 7, 2003.Governor Craig Benson and legislative leaders have reached agreement on a state budget. Through the use of a legislative maneuver, the deal projects 50 million dollars in new savings, but keeps spending at the same levels authorized by the budget Benson vetoed in June. listen:
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