Office of Gov. Chris Sununu

Sununu urges action from Treasury chief to get CARES Act funds moving

Thursday, April 2, 2020 Office of Gov. Chris Sununu 0

Sununu says New Hamphire’s ability to do so has been hindered by the Treasury Department’s “lack of guidance,” and warns of “serious consequences” for New Hampshire residents if Mnuchin fails to act quickly. READ MORE

NH boosts unemployment benefits, federal government to pay

Monday, March 30, 2020 Office of Gov. Chris Sununu 0

Following the critical efforts and guidance of the New Hampshire Department of Employment Security, Governor Chris Sununu signed the Relief for Workers Affected by Coronavirus [CARES] Act agreement which provides New Hampshire with 100 percent funding from the U.S. Department of Labor to support benefit payments to people receiving unemployment as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. READ MORE

Sununu issues ‘Emergency Order 17’ for ‘non-essential business’ closures during COVID-19 crisis

Thursday, March 26, 2020 Office of Gov. Chris Sununu 0

CONCORD NH — Governor Chris Sununu on Thursday released Emergency Order #17, mandating the closure of all non-essential businesses and requiring Granite Staters to stay at home. A copy of Emergency Order #17 is posted READ MORE

Governor issues 3 emergency orders to protect residents from eviction, utility shut off and lost wages

Tuesday, March 17, 2020 Office of Gov. Chris Sununu 4

“We are taking steps to help Granite Staters, ensuring they have the support and services for themselves, their families, and their businesses throughout this crisis,” Gov. Sununu said. READ MORE

Mezzapelle to head state treasury department upon resignation of Dwyer

Tuesday, February 25, 2020 Office of Gov. Chris Sununu 0

State Treasurer Bill Dwyer on Tuesday notified Gov. Chris Sununu, House Speaker Steve Shurtleff, and Senate President Donna Soucy that he would be resigning on March 26, 2020 READ MORE

Granite Pathways out, CMC in as Manchester’s ‘Doorway’ for addiction services

Tuesday, February 4, 2020 Office of Gov. Chris Sununu 0

Manchester’s official Doorway will be CMC going forward. READ MORE

Sununu to nominate NH Hospital CEO Shibinette as new DHHS chief

Tuesday, December 17, 2019 Office of Gov. Chris Sununu 0

Lori Shibinette is currently serving as the Chief Executive Officer of New Hampshire Hospital. She previously served as a Deputy Commissioner at the Department of Health and Human Services. Prior to State service, Lori served as the CEO of the Merrimack County Nursing Home and as their Director of Clinical Services. A registered and trained Nurse, Lori has extensive experience on the front lines of health care. READ MORE

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