What Are Key Challenges Facing New Hampshire in 2027?
November 9, 2026
From rising housing, child care, and health care costs to an aging workforce, New Hampshire faces significant challenges heading into the 2027 legislative session. But the upcoming session also presents opportunities for lawmakers to take meaningful steps to improve the lives and livelihoods of Granite Staters. In a new analysis, NHFPI explores the key issues facing the state and what these challenges could mean for New Hampshire’s future and for the 2027 legislative session.
New Medicaid Work Requirements Threaten Health Care Access for Up to 29,000 Granite Staters, With Several Implementation Decisions Still Left Up to the State
October 20, 2026
Up to 29,000 Granite Staters could lose Medicaid coverage by 2028 under new federal work requirements and administrative barriers. New Hampshire has adopted stricter requirements than federal law mandates, with important decisions still ahead that could affect how many residents keep their health coverage.
September Revenues: Interpretations and Context for the Spike in Business Tax Receipts
October 27, 2026
In a new analysis, NHFPI Research Director Phil Sletten takes a closer look at the September revenue numbers. In September, New Hampshire's business tax revenues came in stronger than expected. This analysis examines what's driving the increase and what it could mean for the next State Budget.
New Hampshire’s Educator Workforce Faces Growing Recruitment, Retirement, and Affordability Pressures
October 13, 2026
A new NHFPI analysis finds that schools are projected to have more than 1,100 teacher openings each year over the next decade, while fewer students are completing education degrees, a growing share of the school workforce is approaching retirement age, and teacher pay and New Hampshire’s high cost of living may make it harder to attract and retain educators.