Today lawmakers voted 189 - 165 to pass HB155, a BET tax cut that would cut $26 million a year from state revenue and likely jumpstart higher property taxes statewide via local budget strains, advocates from a diverse group of organizations, including childcare, climate, youth and housing advocates, responded with the following statements.

Forward Fest honors the everyday act of stepping up, listening, and making a difference where you are. Honorees were chosen from a competitive group of nominees who listen to community hopes or concerns and organize into action. From State Representatives to nonprofit leaders, parents to grassroots organizers, these honorees reflect the next generation of leadership shaping New Hampshire's future.

603 Forward and New Hampshire Youth Movement celebrate the signing of three major housing bills – HB 631, HB 577, and SB 284 – into law as a step toward easing the state’s worsening housing shortage.

Today, the New Hampshire House passed the final bill in a pro-housing package 603 Forward has been advocating for aimed at tackling the state's housing crisis.

Today, the House Election Law committee voted to advance anti-voter bill HB217, relative to absentee ballots, while retaining numerous other anti-voter bills for further work over the summer.

Yesterday New Hampshire saw the first election with one of the nation's strictest voter registration laws in place, resulting in over 40 voters being turned away because they could no longer use affidavits to prove eligibility.

Late Thursday night, House Republicans scheduled a single, last-minute budget hearing for next Wednesday, giving Granite Staters barely any time to participate.

Today, the New Hampshire House passed HB 577, the first step to increasing property rights and meeting housing needs across our state.

Secretary of State David Scanlan’s recent claim that it has been “too easy to vote” in New Hampshire is a direct attack on the fundamental rights of Granite Staters.

Today, Governor Ayotte delivered her budget address emphasizing a need to “recalibrate” after nearly a decade of irresponsible Republican leadership that has prioritized tax breaks and handouts for the wealthiest.

For the fourth consecutive year, 603 Forward led a comprehensive, state-wide program to recruit, train, and empower next-generation local leaders.

Despite public opposition, Republican lawmakers advanced a series of bills that pose a direct assault on voting rights, making it harder for voters—particularly students, young people, working families, and caregivers—to participate in our democracy.