THE GRANITE EAGLE

Some lawmakers argue that local control should remain absolute, even when it results in rapid property tax increases.

“Every time Massachusetts adds another tax or regulation, it makes New Hampshire even more attractive for companies looking for stability,” Sweeney said. “We’re not rooting for Massachusetts to fail, but we’re fully prepared to take advantage of the opportunities their out-of-touch policies are creating for us.”

A state commission created on Gov. Kelly Ayotte’s first day in office released a sweeping set of recommendations aimed at streamlining operations, cutting duplication, and strengthening accountability across New Hampshire’s government.

While Democrats scored decisive victories in the New Jersey and Virginia governor’s races, New Hampshire Republicans delivered a rare pushback against the national trend, notching key wins across the state that stood out as one of the GOP’s few bright spots this cycle.