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New Futures' Statement on Signing of Anti-LGBTQ+ Bills

July 19, 2024

On July 19, Gov. Chris Sununu signed three discriminatory, anti-LGBTQ+ bills into law. Once implemented, these laws will…

2024 Legislative Wrap-Up

July 9, 2024

Each year from January to June, the New Futures staff works diligently to advance policies that improve the health and w…

This Week at the State House (Week of 6/10/24)

June 10, 2024

The end of the legislative session is near and a few of New Futures’ priority bills are continuing on their path t…

New Hampshire Ranks 1st in Child Well-Being, but Absence Rates, Drop in Test Scores Indicate Concerning Trend

June 10, 2024

50-State Annie E. Casey Foundation Data Shows Academic Outcomes, Absences are Linked to Poverty, Trauma; Policymakers Mu…

This Week at the State House (Week of 6/3/24)

June 3, 2024

Last week, both the House and Senate met to vote on amended bills. Some bills were passed with amendments (concurred) an…

This Week at the State House (Week of 5/27/24)

May 28, 2024

Last week was an important one for the New Hampshire legislature - both the House and Senate met to cast final votes on…

Advocacy in Action

Advocate spotlights, articles, and LTEs written by advocates.

Advocate Spotlight: Kristen Sheppard

July 23, 2024

Kristen Sheppard, a social worker and owner of Sheppard Behavioral Care & Consulting, LLC, has dedicated over 30 yea…

Facing legislation that could reshape their lives, transgender teenagers became advocates in N.H.

June 5, 2024

Bills heading to Governor Chris Sununu’s desk could block transgender teenagers from the sports teams, locker room…

Advocate Spotlight: Heather Martin

May 30, 2024

Heather Martin is a tireless advocate for moms and families in New Hampshire and across the nation. As a medical assista…

Our Stance

Opinion pieces from New Futures policy staff and statewide health professionals.

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Jenn Hosmer: Child Care Scholarships for Employees Work

May 29, 2024

Jenn Hosmer is the executive director of Children's Center of the Upper Valley, a child care center founded in 1971 and…

Leanna Lorden: Invest in child care for NH families

May 9, 2024

At the White Birch Center, we experience the child care crisis every day. The bright red banner on top of our website re…

In marketing, difference between alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages should be crystal clear

March 6, 2024

About two years ago, when I was craving the taste of childhood, I found myself wandering the store with friends in searc…

What We're Reading

Articles about health and policy in New Hampshire.

Sununu signs bans on trans girls in girls' sports, gender affirming surgeries for minors

July 19, 2024

After a year of ‘teeny tiny steps,' advocates aim for bigger child care fixes

June 11, 2024

Two years ago, the House speaker appointed a special committee to solve or at least mitigate the child care crisis in Ne…

NH ranks No. 1 in 'Kids Count' report

June 10, 2024

For the second consecutive year, the Annie E. Casey Foundation has ranked New Hampshire as the top state in the nation…

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Updates from New Futures and News on the Issues We Care About

New Futures News & Updates

New Futures' Statement on Signing of Anti-LGBTQ+ Bills

2024 Legislative Wrap-Up

This Week at the State House (Week of 6/10/24)

New Hampshire Ranks 1st in Child Well-Being, but Absence Rates, Drop in Test Scores Indicate Concerning Trend

This Week at the State House (Week of 6/3/24)

This Week at the State House (Week of 5/27/24)

Advocacy in Action

Advocate Spotlight: Kristen Sheppard

Facing legislation that could reshape their lives, transgender teenagers became advocates in N.H.

Advocate Spotlight: Heather Martin

Our Stance

Jenn Hosmer: Child Care Scholarships for Employees Work

Leanna Lorden: Invest in child care for NH families

In marketing, difference between alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages should be crystal clear

What We're Reading

Sununu signs bans on trans girls in girls' sports, gender affirming surgeries for minors

After a year of ‘teeny tiny steps,' advocates aim for bigger child care fixes

NH ranks No. 1 in 'Kids Count' report

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