Governor Chris Sununu Statement Following Fiscal Committee Vote

Concord, NH – Following today's vote by members of the Fiscal Committee to authorize funds to facilitate a state active-duty operation of the New Hampshire National Guard in support of security activities at the southern United States border to protect New Hampshire citizens from harm, Governor Chris Sununu issued the following statement:

"I thank members of the Fiscal Committee for approving these funds. In the wake of federal inaction, the work of the New Hampshire National Guard on the Southern Border will have a lifesaving impact – not just in Texas, but right here at home."

Note: Video of the Governor's testimony before the Fiscal Committee today can be viewed here.

Note: Background on the Governor's request and letter to the Fiscal Committee can be found here.