For the Senate, the budget is all. Expect some good news for Gov. Kelly Ayotte (who dislikes the House budget) and some bad news for Senate Republicans who want to provide Ayotte with the spending she has requested, but can’t find the necessary funds.

One win Ayotte might achieve is a “bell-to-bell” cellphone ban, which is stricter (and experts say, more effective) than some proposals that allow intermittent cellphone use by students during the day.

Meanwhile, House Democrats look for any opportunity where their minority can make a difference in the final outcome of legislation. This week, they will be few and far between.

Monday, June 2

Senate Finance Committee – State House 10:00 a.m.

The Senate Finance Committee is expected to make final changes to the state’s two-year budget plan

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