By Megan Koerber, Special to The Conway Daily Sun
CONCORD — New Hampshire lawmakers recently passed House Bill 1467, which establishes a Seal of Civic Excellence and Engagement to recognize high school students who demonstrate strong achievement in civics education and participation.
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