Strengthening the Foundations of a Thriving Economy: Income and Poverty

NHFPI shared the latest information on income, poverty, and cost of living across New Hampshire, highlighting key challenges to household budgets and the effects of taxes on household finances. Panelists reviewed how federally-funded public services and supports helped Granite Staters during the pandemic, and what we can learn from those policies. 

Strengthening the Foundations of a Thriving Economy: Health

NHFPI provided an analysis of state and federal funding to promote healthy outcomes in New Hampshire, including recently increased Medicaid reimbursement rates and expansions to Medicaid coverage. Panelists examined how investments in health contribute to future cost savings for the State Budget, providers, and residents of New Hampshire.

Strengthening the Foundations of a Thriving Economy: Child Care

Dr. Sara Vecchiotti, Executive Director of the Couch Family Foundation, moderated a panel exploring the child care market mismatch in the Granite State. Panelists reviewed federal and state funding for the sector, provider operating budgets and pressing needs, and how one-time COVID-19-related child care funds were used.