CONCORD - Gov. John Lynch today issued an Executive Order creating an Office of Economic Stimulus within the Governor’s Office.

Gov. Lynch has appointed state Deputy Attorney General Orville “Bud” Fitch as director of the office, which is charged with assisting the Governor and state agencies in the management and expenditure of federal stimulus funds.

“We want to ensure that New Hampshire and its citizens receive maximum benefits from any federal economic stimulus package, and that those funds are used to create jobs and protect essential services here in New Hampshire. The legislation currently under consideration by Congress places significant time restraints on states to use or lose funds, as well as new reporting requirements,” Gov. Lynch said. “This office will ensure state agencies are coordinating their efforts and that New Hampshire complies with all federal requirements.”

“I want to thank Bud Fitch for agreeing to take on this important role for the State. Bud has the knowledge and expertise necessary to assist my office and state agencies in the management of these federal funds,” Gov. Lynch said.

If the legislation passes, much of the funding will be distributed through existing state-run grant programs.

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