Office of the Governor – February 20, 2025
“One of my critical responsibilities as Governor is to provide for those who depend on the State of New Hampshire for their daily needs. Our first step in shaping this budget was to protect the programs that those who are most in need depend on.” – Gov. Kelly Ayotte
What They’re Saying: Governor Ayotte’s Support for Those in Need
“Those most in need of assistance from the State, including Granite Staters with disabilities, can rest assured that Governor Kelly Ayotte has their backs. This budget continues to ensure there is no waitlist for disability services in our state, and it provides more than $1 billion to ensure these citizens have the support system they need. Just as she said, the Governor has delivered on her promise to deliver a responsible, balanced budget that addresses the needs of our most vulnerable citizens.” – State Rep. Kim Rice, Children and Family Law Committee
“CBHA is extremely grateful to the Governor for her strong support of the community mental health system and her acknowledgement that uncompensated care costs experienced by safety net providers are impeding access to care. The community mental health centers provide care to all who need it, regardless of ability to pay, but we are struggling financially to maintain this critical mission because of the increasing costs of uncompensated care. We are committed to working with the Governor’s budget team, the budget writers in the Legislature, and state departments to find a sustainable solution to this problem so that families in New Hampshire are getting timely and appropriate care for their loved ones.” – The Community Behavioral Health Association
“Recovery Friendly Workplaces saved my life. Today, the initiative now has over 400 workplaces participating, representing over 97,000 employees. I am thankful that Governor Ayotte continues to prioritize this important program and look forward to seeing it grow more throughout the coming years.” – Shawn Cannizzaro, Co-Owner Hope 2 Freedom Recovery Homes
How Governor Ayotte is Building a Healthier New Hampshire
Over $1 billion to fund services for citizens with disabilities and ensure there continues to be no waitlist
$10 million to support uncompensated care provided through Community Mental Health Centers
Fully funding the Recovery Friendly Workplace Program
Click here for a PDF download of this fact sheet https://www.governor.nh.gov/sites/g/files/ehbemt971/files/media/media_document/healthier-fact-sheet.pdf