Governor Chris Sununu of New Hampshire, a Republican, has officially enacted a $15.2 billion two-year state budget. This marks a significant achievement, as it's the first time since 1999 that the budget has been passed without requiring a compromise drafted by House and Senate negotiators. The bipartisan cooperation, especially within the closely divided House, was a key factor in the smooth legislative process.

Governor Sununu praised the budget as a "bipartisan miracle" benefiting families, students, workers, and businesses. He emphasized the collaborative spirit, stating that everyone contributed to achieve a positive outcome for New Hampshire residents. The budget includes significant provisions such as the most substantial state worker salary increase in nearly five decades, the phasing out of the interest and dividends tax by 2025, a $141 million allocation for public schools, and investments in affordable housing initiatives.