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Bill aims to make generic drugs more affordable for seniors

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CONCORD, N.H. (AP) U.S. Reps. Annie Kuster of New Hampshire and David McKinley of West Virginia have introduced a bill to make generic drugs more affordable for seniors. Kuster, a Democrat, and McKinley, a Republican, said Wednesday that last year, low-cost generic medications saved Medicare patients over $90 billion, but those savings are at risk because a growing number of these…

Booker, Kuster urge Medicaid funding in prisons

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Years before he took over the Merrimack County Department of Corrections, Superintendent Ross Cunningham took a chance on another county’s correctional facility. Facing overcrowding, Sullivan County was contemplating building a new jail. Instead, Cunningham advocated for something else: funding for mental health and substance use treatment within the jail. The goal: Treat more…

Rep. Annie Kuster: Coin will help cement McAuliffes place in history

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Thirty three years ago, the world watched in horror as the Space Shuttle Challenger exploded 73 seconds after liftoff, taking the lives of its seven crew members. In New Hampshire, our grief was felt deep in our hearts as we mourned the loss of a beloved teacher who had dedicated her life to inspiring her students and helping young people discover the wonders of the universe. Christa…

Kuster addresses counterfeit electronics

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HUDSON – U.S. Rep. Annie Kuster turned her attention to concerns over counterfeit electronic production in China Thursday while visiting Colt Refining and Recycling. Her tour focused on the company’s work as well as concerns about counterfeit microchips and electronic parts, which are the result of unregulated exporting of electronic waste – e-scrap or e-waste. Kuster…

Ann McLane Kuster and Cory Booker: Medicaid should be available in prisons

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Ann McLane Kuster, a Democrat, represents New Hampshire’s 2nd Congressional District in the House and is co-chair of the House Bipartisan Opioid Task Force. Cory Booker represents New Jersey in the U.S. Senate and is a Democratic candidate for president. As states across the country struggle to cobble together the resources to address the opioid…

Medals awarded to family of World War II prisoner of war

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CONCORD, N.H. — The family of a man who was kept as a prisoner of war for months during World War II has accepted medals on his behalf. Lawrence Minnehan joined the Army when he was 19 and was sent to France to fight in the Battle of the Bulge. He was captured in January 1945 and was missing in action for six months before he was able to escape. His son, Peter Minnehan, said his…

BAE partners with city for hybrid buses

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NASHUA — City leaders still have a long way to go to achieve the goal of deriving 100% of their energy from renewable sources by 2050, but they are celebrating the debut of two electric hybrid buses that are expected to enter service in the coming weeks. Via a $1.1 million grant from the Federal Transit Administration, the city purchased the two buses. They feature BAE…

2019 Congressional Law Enforcement Awards honor bravery, professionalism of NH officers

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CONCORD, N.H. — Members of law enforcement from across the state were honored Friday night for their bravery and professionalism. Congressional Law Enforcement Awards were given out to officers from local departments, Fish and Game officers and state lifeguards. Some honored for going above and beyond the call of duty: A Nashua officer who put himself in harm's way with an armed…

Push made for more funding to deal with opioid crisis

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Director of Office of National Drug Control Policy visits students in Milford MILFORD, N.H. — New funding could be on the way to help New Hampshire communities battle the drug crisis. Jim Carroll, director of the Office of National Drug Control Policy, visited the Milford Boys and Girls Club on Monday to listen to stories and suggestions from students. "I felt kind of nervous…

Kuster introduces Turn the Tide Act in House

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A new bill in the U.S. House could provide $63 billion for substance abuse treatment. Rep. Annie Kuster, D-New Hampshire, introduced the Turn the Tide Act on Tuesday. The bill would provide flexible funding over 10 years to support long-term efforts in the fight against the opioid crisis nationwide. Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, has already introduced the bill in the…