Election Integrity & Federal Oversight: New Hampshire election officials say they’re unfazed by the Trump DOJ’s plan to send monitors to September primaries in Manchester and Nashua, calling it routine and aimed at helping voters with disabilities and language barriers. Early Education: A WalletHub study ranks New Hampshire 48th for early education, citing weak access, quality, and resources for pre-K and Head Start. Disability Rights: A new DOJ legal opinion questions whether federal disability protections require states to keep people with disabilities at home, setting up a likely legal fight with advocates warning of a return to institutionalization. Healthcare Fraud Enforcement: Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway joins other AGs urging Congress to pass a bill expanding states’ power to investigate and prosecute Medicaid fraud beyond provider misconduct. Drugs Settlement Watch: New Hampshire is among states reaching a possible $400 million settlement with Sandoz over alleged generic drug price-fixing and reduced competition, pending judge approval. Education Policy in Practice: Manchester’s “bell-to-bell” cellphone ban is getting early validation from a state survey showing most teachers report rare or no classroom cellphone use. Business & Economy: Portsmouth-based Albany International reports Q2 results and forecasts steady earnings and revenue for the next quarter. Defense Supply Chain: A New Hampshire critical-minerals refinery, Phoenix Tailings, is positioned to help reduce reliance on China, but expansion timelines could stretch 14–18 months. Local Culture & Community: A ConVal teacher mentorship initiative is getting grant support, and the Squam Lakes Natural Science Center marks its 60th anniversary with local sponsorship backing.