Sylvia Larsen for NH Senate

February 19, 2010
Cross Posted from the Senate President's Blog

We had a busy week, with some very important pieces of legislation presented to our Senate committees. We are focusing much of our effort on reducing health care costs, preserving jobs and promoting hiring. Among other things, legislation to implement the governor’s jobs initiative “New Hampshire Working” was approved in committee this week. The full Senate is expected to vote on this on March 3 in hopes of giving a quick boost to our business community and job seekers. Click here to read more about this important initiative.

I also want to take a moment to thank the veterans who paid us a visit in the Statehouse last week. Seven residents of the New Hampshire Veterans Home in Tilton met with me and a few other senators in the Senate Chamber after our session. Among other things, I learned about their mascot dog Riley, who recently passed away, and their hopes for a new puppy! They remain engaged and enthusiastic and they were a delight to meet.