How a failed contract could upend New Hampshire’s entire childcare quality system

By: Maya Mitchell

Outlets: NH Bulletin

Published: June 29, 2026

Words: 1,262

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 1 day ago

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The latest financial challenge for New Hampshire childcare providers started with a heated exchange in the Executive Council chambers.

At a session on May 6, Councilor John Stephen pursued an aggressive line of questioning toward Lori Weaver, commissioner of the Department of Health and Human Services, regarding a childcare contract.

Contracts between state agencies and third parties exceeding $10,000 go to the elected Executive Council for approval. Some contracts get voted through …

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