Executive Council pauses $773M federal rural health spending

By: Ethan Dewitt-New Hampshire Bulletin

Outlets: NH Business Review

Published: March 17, 2026

Words: 366

Last Updated: 3 days, 13 hours ago

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The NH Executive Council paused the approval of $773 million in federal spending contracts for the “GO NORTH” rural health program Wednesday, March 4, putting the brakes on a major initiative of Gov. Kelly Ayotte after councilors said the contracts were rushed and needed more scrutiny.

In unanimous votes, the council voted to table the items, allowing them to be approved later. Ayotte said she understood the request for delay and requested a special meeting …

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