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Keno-Garten is officially on the books now in New Hampshire

Keno-Garten is officially on the books now in New Hampshire.  Governor Christopher Sununu signed the bill into law yesterday.  For those who’ve forgotten or are otherwise unaware, the funding mechanism for Full Day K, as it’s called, is the gambling … Continue reading

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NH Republicans Work Together to Pass State Budget, Full-Day Kindergarten

In two legislative victories for Gov. Chris Sununu, he saw Republicans unite to pass a state budget and full-day kindergarten. The New Hampshire House and Senate met Thursday for the final session of the legislative year in their respective chambers, and … Continue reading

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Compromise full-day kindergarten plan heads to Legislature

CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — New Hampshire lawmakers appointed to develop a compromise plan to provide public funding for full-day kindergarten reached a deal Thursday, moving one of Republican Gov. Chris Sununu’s priorities another step forward. Nearly 75 percent of New … Continue reading

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NH House OKs Bill Funding Full-Day Kindergarten with Keno

The House overwhelmingly passed a bill Thursday to fund full-day kindergarten in the state. The final vote was 231 to 100. Under the measure, $1100 per pupil would be sent to school districts for the full-day kindergarten programs. But those … Continue reading

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New Hampshire House eyes lottery game for kindergarten funds

CONCORD, N.H. (AP) — Legislators in New Hampshire are eying a new option to fund full-day kindergarten for the state — a lottery game called Keno which the state Senate has frequently opposed in the past. Budget writers are expected … Continue reading

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