New Hampshire Department of Transportation

The New Hampshire Department of Transportation (NHDOT) is submitting a grant application for the 'Next Level NH' program, a three-phase initiative seeking $15 million to significantly expand electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across the state. This strategic program aims to deploy 199 charging ports at 34 sites, prioritizing rural and disadvantaged communities to enhance EV travel and tourism, and address critical infrastructure gaps. Key focus areas include expanding neighborhood and multi-family charging, integrating multi-modal hubs, and supporting multi-purpose workplace and destination charging. The plan also incorporates workforce development through EV technician training and robust community engagement, intending to boost EV adoption, reduce range anxiety, and lower greenhouse gas emissions equitably across New Hampshire.

This document is Amendment 1 to the New Hampshire FY 2025-2028 Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP). It outlines the financial plan, various federal and state funding sources, and detailed project listings for the specified period. The plan emphasizes a performance-based planning approach, focusing on strategic areas such as Safety, Pavement Condition, Bridge Condition, Reliability/Congestion/Air Quality, and Transit. The document also addresses financial constraint, public involvement, and updates on previous STIP findings.

This document outlines the Federal Aid Transportation Funding Program for New Hampshire, detailing how federal funds are allocated and utilized for transportation projects. It describes the legislative framework, various funding categories, matching requirements, and the project selection process via the Statewide Transportation Improvement Program and the Ten-Year Transportation Improvement Plan. The program aims to ensure effective management and expenditure of federal resources for highway and transit infrastructure development across the state.

The New Hampshire Long Range Transportation Plan outlines a 20-year strategic direction for the state's transportation system. It aims to actively preserve New Hampshire's unique character and quality of life, enhance environmental quality, and promote sustainable economic development and land use. The plan focuses on four strategic outcomes: unifying transportation planning with broader state goals, integrating decision-making across all transportation modes, increasing investment in infrastructure preservation, travel demand management, and travel choices, and establishing collaborative partnerships. Key priorities include safety, equitable mobility options, and connecting the state to its neighbors and global markets.

Key discussions during the meeting included the July Minor Revision (A0.M07.25), where Orford 41151 funding was switched from federal to 100% State funds, and the addition of Warner 44161 to be addressed later. Updates were provided regarding the 2025-2028 STIP Amendment 1, which was transmitted to federal partners on July 3, 2025, and subsequently approved on July 22, 2025; the next amendment (A2) will be presented in August. Agency updates noted the release of Volkswagen funding by DES. NHDOT Policy and Planning reported on the Ten Year Plan (TYP) cycle, noting that it remains overprogrammed, and a re-constrained list has been sent to GACIT, including recommended TAP projects.