Friday, May 27, 2022

PNS Daily Newscast - May 27, 2022
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High gas prices are not slowing down Memorial Day travel, early voting starts tomorrow in Nevada, and Oregon activists seek accountability for dioxin contamination in low-income Eugene.

2022Talks - May 27, 2022
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Education Secretary Cardona calls for action after the Texas massacre, Republicans block a domestic terrorism vote, and Secretary of State Blinken calls China the greatest challenger to U.S. and its allies.

The Yonder Report - May 26, 2022
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High-speed internet is being used to entice remote workers to rural communities, Georgia is offering Black women participation in a guaranteed income initiative, and under-resourced students in Montana get a boost toward graduation.

New Hampshire

The most recent expansion of the Second Chance Pell Experiment brings the program to a total of 200 schools across the United States. (Fibonacci Blue/Adobe Stock)
The most recent expansion of the Second Chance Pell Experiment brings the program to a total of 200 schools across the United States. (Fibonacci Blue/Adobe Stock)

Wednesday, May 25, 2022

Two NH Community Colleges Join Second Chance Pell Experiment

Two community colleges in New Hampshire are joining the Second Chance Pell Experiment through the U.S. Department of Education to offer courses and …

Experts from the Center for Budget and Policy Priorities estimate up to 15 million people could lose Medicaid coverage when states review eligibility once the public health emergency ends. (Adobe Stock)
Experts from the Center for Budget and Policy Priorities estimate up to 15 million people could lose Medicaid coverage when states review eligibility once the public health emergency ends. (Adobe Stock)
Report: States Need to Prepare for Medicaid Eligibility Review

A new report urges states to take steps to minimize Medicaid coverage loss when the state of emergency for the pandemic comes to an end. COVID …

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Jim Liberty Cabin is on the site of Peak House, a hotel that was built in 1891 and eventually destroyed by a windstorm. (NH Division of Historical Resources)
Cemeteries, Landscapes New to NH Register of Historic Places

Five properties are newly added to the New Hampshire State Register of Historic Places this Historic Preservation Month. The list includes two …

A bill before the New Hampshire General Court would require parental notification if students see a school counselor. (Adobe Stock)
A bill before the New Hampshire General Court would require parental notification if students see a school counselor. (Adobe Stock)
NH Groups: "Parental Bill of Rights" Undermines Privacy, Harms Students

The New Hampshire Senate is holding a floor vote today on a bill they are calling the "parental bill of rights" but which advocates for LGBTQ+ young p…

According to the Guttmacher Institute, 26 states have laws on the books banning abortion that could go into effect if the U.S. Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade. (Lorie Shaull/Flickr)
According to the Guttmacher Institute, 26 states have laws on the books banning abortion that could go into effect if the U.S. Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade. (Lorie Shaull/Flickr)
NH Groups Prepare for SCOTUS Decision on Roe v. Wade

Lawmakers and pro-choice advocates want Granite Staters to know that abortion is legal in New Hampshire, and will stay that way at least until the …

New Hampshire does not currently use provisional ballots, but a proposed bill would create a similar system called
New Hampshire does not currently use provisional ballots, but a proposed bill would create a similar system called "affidavit ballots." (roibu/Adobe Stock)
NH Groups: 'Affidavit Ballot' Bill a Solution to Nonexistent Problem

Good-government groups are pushing back against a bill requiring voters to fill out a ballot which could later be thrown out if they are missing docum…

More than 70% of respondents to a survey said volunteering has become more important to them since the pandemic. (Dragana Gordic/Adobe Stock)
More than 70% of respondents to a survey said volunteering has become more important to them since the pandemic. (Dragana Gordic/Adobe Stock)
NH Group Encourages Giving Back this National Volunteer Week

It's National Volunteer Week, and groups are spotlighting some of the benefits of volunteering, both for individuals and the communities they serve…

Both the Biden administration and Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., have released proposals for taxing billionaires' wealth generation more like working families' income. (tashatuvango/Adobe Stock)
Both the Biden administration and Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., have released proposals for taxing billionaires' wealth generation more like working families' income. (tashatuvango/Adobe Stock)
Report: Billionaires Tax Could Help Ensure Basic Needs for Granite Staters

This Tax Day, advocates for working families are calling on Congress to pass a billionaires income tax, so the richest Americans pay the same share …

Around 87% of Americans think Congress needs to take action to lower the price of prescription drugs. (steheap/Adobe Stock)
Around 87% of Americans think Congress needs to take action to lower the price of prescription drugs. (steheap/Adobe Stock)
Granite Staters: Time is Now to Lower Prescription-Drug Costs

Advocates for older Americans are urging Congress to take action on lowering drug prices, specifically, allowing Medicare to negotiate with drug …

The Fair Housing Act of 1968 was a response to discriminatory housing practices such as redlining that experts say contributed to de facto segregation. (Adobe Stock)
The Fair Housing Act of 1968 was a response to discriminatory housing practices such as redlining that experts say contributed to de facto segregation. (Adobe Stock)
Groups to Lawmakers: NH Needs More Affordable Housing

Fair-housing advocates are urging New Hampshire lawmakers to make affordable housing more accessible, during this National Fair Housing Month…

New Hampshire now has a Rapid Response Access Point that people can call at 833-710-6477 if they need mental-health support. (Kittiphan/Adobe Stock)
New Hampshire now has a Rapid Response Access Point that people can call at 833-710-6477 if they need mental-health support. (Kittiphan/Adobe Stock)
NH Officials: Call Rapid-Response Access Point for Mental-Health Emergencies

Social workers are raising awareness about new mobile crisis centers and an Access Point call center now providing 24/7 call, chat or community-based …

Gov. Chris Sununu has said he plans to veto congressional maps passed by the New Hampshire General Court. (Wikimedia Commons)
Gov. Chris Sununu has said he plans to veto congressional maps passed by the New Hampshire General Court. (Wikimedia Commons)
Gov. Sununu Commits to Vetoing Proposed NH Congressional District Maps

Gov. Chris Sununu released a proposal for a new congressional voting district map this week, after committing to vetoing the map which passed the …

 

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