Priorities and Initiatives - The Economy
Governor Lynch continues to work to foster a business-friendly environment that helps companies create jobs for New Hampshire people.
- New Hampshire Working
New Hampshire Working is a three-part initiative announced by Governor John Lynch to help New Hampshire citizens stay at work if they already have jobs, return to work if they are unemployed and ensure that they are ready to work at new jobs. more... - Green Launching Pad
The Green Launching Pad, a new partnership between the State and the University that will help New Hampshire companies bring clean energy products to market and create new jobs for New Hampshire workers.
The Green Launching Pad, which will begin immediately, will solicit submissions from New Hampshire entrepreneurs, businesses, students and researchers. An advisory board will select at least three business teams that will be supported during an intensive summer business accelerator program based in the Seacoast and aligned with UNH. - Expanding Critical Job Training
Governor John Lynch led the effort to re-create the state's Job Training Fund, and New Hampshire is dedicating $1 million annually to this matching grant program that is helping train workers. Hundreds of businesses have taken advantage of this economic development tool and as a result, thousands of workers from across New Hampshire have received advanced training. More...
- Creating the Research & Development Tax Credit
To attract and keep innovative jobs in New Hampshire, Governor John Lynch worked to create a research-and-development tax credit. This credit is providing up to $1 million annually to encourage companies to create the jobs of the future in New Hampshire. More... - Revitalizing the North Country Economy
Governor John Lynch is working closely with North Country leaders to help workers affected by business closings and to transform the North Country economy. That is why Governor Lynch created the Coos County Tax Credit to provide a significant incentive for businesses to create new jobs in Coos County. More...
- Extending the Economic Revitalization Zone Tax Credit
Governor Lynch supported legislation to extend the Economic Revitalization Zone Tax Credit, which provides incentives to help revitalize downtown areas and attract businesses to rural areas. More... - Expanding Wireless Broadband Opportunities
Under Governor Lynch, New Hampshire developed its first broadband access strategy and is supporting broadband efforts across the state. More... - more...