Committee Summary for House Commerce and Consumer Affairs (10/28/2025)

Bill/Time	Type	Title	Sponsor
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h 00:42:48.720 - 9:37:30 AM	Executive Session	relative to the liquor commission.	Grill, Jessica(D)[D-]2025
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h 01:13:14.239 - 10:07:56 AM	Executive Session	relative to the liquor commission.	Grill, Jessica(D)[D-]2025
HB241 2990 01:15:48.320 - 10:10:30 AM	Executive Session	(New Title) relative to health insurance coverage of pain management services for the management of chronic pain.	Nagel, David(R)[C]2025
HB297 2987 01:19:25.760 - 10:14:07 AM	Executive Session	relative to providing self-funded employer health benefit plans access to their claims data.	Spier, Carry(D)[D-]2025
HB312 01:23:38.960 - 10:18:20 AM	Executive Session	relative to the right of intercollegiate student-athletes to earn compensation through the use of their name, image, or likeness.	Moffett, Michael(R)[B+]2025
HB359 01:25:59.440 - 10:20:41 AM	Executive Session	prohibiting denial of banking and insurance services based on any factor that is not quantitative, impartial, and risk-based as measured by an objective standard.	Corcoran, Travis(R)[A-]2025
HB427 01:30:06.639 - 10:24:48 AM	Executive Session	relative to amending the uniform commercial code.	Bernardy, JD(R)[B+]2025
HB529 2995, 3042, 25957 01:32:12.159 - 10:26:54 AM	Executive Session	relative to the liquor commission.	Grill, Jessica(D)[D-]2025
HB565 3022 01:41:05.920 - 10:35:47 AM	Executive Session	allowing persons under 21 into veterans' clubs, private clubs, and social clubs under certain conditions.	Notter, Jeanine(R)[A-]2025
HB648 01:45:29.119 - 10:40:11 AM	Executive Session	relative to insurance coverage for glucose monitoring.	Damon, Hope(D)[CT]2025
HB706 02:02:58.480 - 10:57:40 AM	Executive Session	relative to prohibiting insurance companies from conducting an audit of providers services after services have been delivered but before payment has been made to such provider.	Gregg, Alicia(D)[D-]2025
HB721 02:05:31.599 - 11:00:13 AM	Executive Session	relative to establishing gold and silver as legal tender.	Harvey-Bolia, Juliet(R)[A-]2025
HB725 02:08:35.280 - 11:03:17 AM	Executive Session	relative to ground ambulance services.	Stringham, Jerry(D)[D-]2025
SB162 02:11:17.040 - 11:05:59 AM	Executive Session	relative to restrictions on acquisition of ownership, controlling, and occupancy interests in real property by certain foreign principals on or around certain military installations, and criminal penalties and civil forfeiture procedures for illegal acquisition.	Birdsell, Regina(R)[B-]2025
SB247 02:13:24.800 - 11:08:06 AM	Executive Session	prohibiting network exclusion for pharmacies that refuse to dispense a prescription of the PBM reimbursement that is below the pharmacy's acquisition cost.	Rochefort, David(R)[B-]2025
Unclear 02:15:52.000 - 11:10:34 AM	General Working Session	Unclear

HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Deputy Chief St., New Hampshire Liquor Enforcement Information Only00:42:48.720 - 9:37:30 AM; Introduced himself and explained that HB529 includes language from a previous bill that enhanced penalties for deaths related to over-service of alcohol. Due to a clerical error when combining bills with a student tasting provision, the penalties were inadvertently deleted from the statute. This amendment restores the exact language that was previously enacted and effective for about four months before removal.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Committee Chair (Unnamed) Information Only00:43:57.680 - 9:38:39 AM; Facilitated distribution of amendment copies to committee members, noted it as the second amendment to HB529, confirmed it corrects an error and restores prior law, and called for a vote which passed unanimously in support.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Committee Chair (Unnamed) Information Only00:46:01.599 - 9:40:43 AM; Addressed questions on changes to liquor hours in HB529, explained that original provisions for extending hours were removed via amendments, as a prior bill already allowed extensions via local vote. Confirmed the amendments replace the underlying bill and do not mandate statewide changes.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Committee Chair (Unnamed) Information Only00:48:00.400 - 9:42:42 AM; Introduced the third amendment (2025-2957h) to HB529 regarding tobacco regulations, explained it restores language inadvertently deleted two sessions ago during alternative nicotine products legislation due to a missing number or comma. Noted it was originally an LSR for next year but added to reduce future bills, and the amendment is being drafted.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Committee Member (Unnamed) Information Only00:49:20.559 - 9:44:02 AM; Suggested changing the effective date in the amendment from January 1, 2027, to align with the session.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Committee Chair (Unnamed) Information Only00:50:21.680 - 9:45:03 AM; Called for a vote on the tobacco amendment to HB529, which passed unanimously, and noted three amendments total for the bill.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Committee Chair (Unnamed) Information Only00:51:07.200 - 9:45:49 AM; Transitioned to HB565, confirmed distribution of amendment (3022h), and explained it allows VFW members to sign in up to four guests under 21 if accompanied by a parent, legal guardian, or adult spouse, mirroring restaurant rules, to facilitate events like award ceremonies without using larger public areas. Also allows underage service members entry, though not to drink.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Committee Chair (Unnamed) Information Only00:53:10.720 - 9:47:52 AM; Responded to concerns about underage access in VFW private areas, emphasized bartender responsibility and license loss for violations, noted cultural changes since past incidents, and clarified VFWs function like public restaurants with restricted access.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Representative Spear Oppose00:53:59.119 - 9:48:41 AM; Expressed concerns about allowing underage individuals into VFW private areas, citing a personal anecdote of a 5-year-old served drinks by her alcoholic father in such a setting, leading to her death at 56 from liver issues. Argued private clubs lack public oversight, making enforcement harder than in restaurants, and questioned if past behaviors are still relevant. Suggested posting no underage drinking signs and worried about reduced liquor enforcement resources.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Committee Chair (Unnamed) Information Only00:56:14.319 - 9:50:56 AM; Reiterated that violations would result in license loss for the bartender and VFW, similar to restaurants, and noted liquor enforcement conducts inspections in these establishments.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Representative Burge Oppose01:01:07.440 - 9:55:49 AM; Raised concerns about lack of verification that signers are actual parents or guardians, potential for misuse like babysitters bringing children to drink, and advocated for 'trust but verify.' Questioned if towns could opt out via local ordinances to restrict children in private alcohol areas of social clubs.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Chief Mark Armagan, Director of Liquor Enforcement and Licensing Information Only01:03:40.480 - 9:58:22 AM; Explained that municipalities approve licenses initially and can revoke them via hearings if issues arise, limiting sign-ins to four per member with a process, requiring responsible service training, mandatory signage on age restrictions, and frequent inspections. Noted higher reporting of violations in clubs due to member vigilance to protect the establishment.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Representative Spear Information Only01:07:36.720 - 10:02:18 AM; Followed up on town opt-out options, seeking clarification on whether municipalities can deny approvals despite state law.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Chief Mark Armagan, Director of Liquor Enforcement and Licensing Information Only01:08:24.000 - 10:03:06 AM; Clarified no explicit opt-in clause, but applications require municipal approval letters from fire, clerk, and police departments. Municipalities can impose stricter ordinances than state law in a Dillon Rule jurisdiction, and the VFW could adopt internal policies. Confirmed towns can deny renewals or changes, triggering hearings.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Representative (Unnamed, Selectman in Troy) Information Only01:09:30.719 - 10:04:12 AM; As a selectman, described the process where the select board reviews and votes on liquor license applications or changes in Troy, providing sign-off letters, and inquired what happens if a town denies renewal.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Committee Chair (Unnamed) Information Only01:11:45.840 - 10:06:27 AM; Called for a vote on the HB565 amendment, which passed with some opposition, praised liquor enforcement's input, and transitioned to full executive session.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Representative Sullivan Support01:11:45.840 - 10:06:27 AM; Moved to pass HB186 relative to legalization, regulation of cannabis and making appropriations thereof.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Representative Spear Information Only01:13:14.239 - 10:07:56 AM; Representative Spear seconds the motion and asks if there is any need for discussion or if the committee is ready for the vote, noting that everyone understands what the bill does and confirming replacements are ready.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Committee Chair Information Only01:13:14.239 - 10:07:56 AM; The chair directs the clerk to call the roll for the vote on HB529.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Representative Puchic Vote01:13:14.239 - 10:07:56 AM; Votes no on the motion.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Representative Osborne Vote01:13:14.239 - 10:07:56 AM; Not present for the vote.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Representative Ammon Vote01:13:14.239 - 10:07:56 AM; Votes yes on the motion.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Representative Smith Vote01:13:14.239 - 10:07:56 AM; Votes no on the motion.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Representative Pochelli Vote01:13:14.239 - 10:07:56 AM; Votes no on the motion.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Clerk Vote01:13:14.239 - 10:07:56 AM; Votes no on the motion.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Representative Thaxton Vote01:13:14.239 - 10:07:56 AM; Votes no on the motion.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Representative Miles Vote01:13:14.239 - 10:07:56 AM; Votes no on the motion.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Representative Praa Vote01:13:14.239 - 10:07:56 AM; Votes yes on the motion.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Representative Long Vote01:13:14.239 - 10:07:56 AM; Votes yes on the motion.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Representative Heert Vote01:13:14.239 - 10:07:56 AM; Votes yes on the motion.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Representative Mleier Vote01:13:14.239 - 10:07:56 AM; Votes yes on the motion.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Representative Spear Vote01:13:14.239 - 10:07:56 AM; Votes yes on the motion.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Representative Burch Vote01:13:14.239 - 10:07:56 AM; Votes yes on the motion.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Representative Sullivan Vote01:14:40.960 - 10:09:22 AM; Votes yes on the motion.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Representative Shereza Vote01:14:40.960 - 10:09:22 AM; Votes no on the motion.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Representative Han Vote01:14:40.960 - 10:09:22 AM; Votes yes on the motion.
HB529 2024-0529h, 2025-2957h: Committee Chair Vote01:14:40.960 - 10:09:22 AM; Votes yes on the motion. Announces the vote is 10 yes, 7 no, and the bill will be on the regular calendar. Notes a minority report will be filed by Representative Walsh, and the majority report by another.
HB241 2990: Representative Miles Support01:15:48.320 - 10:10:30 AM; Moves ought to pass on HB241 with amendment 2990 and speaks to the motion, explaining that the bill ensures individuals with chronic pain have access to a broad range of pain management options, including non-opioid, non-surgical, and non-medication treatments. It directs health insurance carriers to develop comprehensive pain management programs. The amendment clarifies the insurance department's approval process, ensures educational materials for providers and patients, and removes duplicative language. The majority of the subcommittee supported it for promoting safer alternatives to opioids and aligning with best practices.
HB241 2990: Committee Chair Information Only01:15:48.320 - 10:10:30 AM; Confirms the amendment number and directs the clerk to call the roll for the vote on the amendment.
HB241 2990: Representative Patu Vote01:17:01.120 - 10:11:43 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB241 2990: Representative Ammon Vote01:17:01.120 - 10:11:43 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB241 2990: Representative Smith Vote01:17:01.120 - 10:11:43 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB241 2990: Representative Cochelli Vote01:17:01.120 - 10:11:43 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB241 2990: Clerk Vote01:17:01.120 - 10:11:43 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB241 2990: Representative Thaxton Vote01:17:01.120 - 10:11:43 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB241 2990: Representative Miles Vote01:17:01.120 - 10:11:43 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB241 2990: Representative Presa Vote01:17:01.120 - 10:11:43 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB241 2990: Representative Long Vote01:17:01.120 - 10:11:43 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB241 2990: Representative Herbert Vote01:17:01.120 - 10:11:43 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB241 2990: Representative Mleier Vote01:17:01.120 - 10:11:43 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB241 2990: Representative Spear Vote01:17:01.120 - 10:11:43 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB241 2990: Representative Burch Vote01:17:01.120 - 10:11:43 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB241 2990: Representative Sullivan Vote01:17:01.120 - 10:11:43 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB241 2990: Representative Sheresa Vote01:18:26.239 - 10:13:08 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB241 2990: Representatives Vote01:18:26.239 - 10:13:08 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB241 2990: Representative John Hunt, Cheshire - District 14 Vote01:18:26.239 - 10:13:08 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB241 2990: Committee Chair Vote01:18:26.239 - 10:13:08 AM; Announces 17 yes, 0 no on the amendment. Moves to the ought to pass as amended motion and directs roll call.
HB241 2990: Representative Patu Vote01:18:26.239 - 10:13:08 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended.
HB241 2990: Representative Ammon Vote01:18:26.239 - 10:13:08 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended.
HB241 2990: Representative Smith Vote01:18:26.239 - 10:13:08 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended.
HB241 2990: Representative Pelli Vote01:18:26.239 - 10:13:08 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended.
HB241 2990: Representative Clerk Vote01:18:26.239 - 10:13:08 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended.
HB241 2990: Representative Axton Vote01:18:26.239 - 10:13:08 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended.
HB241 2990: Representative Miles Vote01:18:26.239 - 10:13:08 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended.
HB241 2990: Representative Risa Vote01:18:26.239 - 10:13:08 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended.
HB241 2990: Representative Long Vote01:18:26.239 - 10:13:08 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended.
HB241 2990: Representative Ebert Vote01:19:25.760 - 10:14:07 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended.
HB241 2990: Representative Malleier Vote01:19:25.760 - 10:14:07 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended.
HB241 2990: Representative Spear Vote01:19:25.760 - 10:14:07 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended.
HB241 2990: Representative Burge Vote01:19:25.760 - 10:14:07 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended.
HB241 2990: Representative Sullivan Vote01:19:25.760 - 10:14:07 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended.
HB241 2990: Representative Oregon Vote01:19:25.760 - 10:14:07 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended.
HB241 2990: Committee Chair Vote01:19:25.760 - 10:14:07 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended. Announces unanimous passage and places on consent calendar.
HB297 2987: Representative Miles Support01:19:25.760 - 10:14:07 AM; Moves ought to pass with amendment 2987 and speaks to the motion, stating the bill improves transparency for self-funded health plans by allowing opt-in to deidentified aggregated claims data to manage costs while protecting privacy. The amendment clarifies notifications by carriers and administrators, requires renewal notices, and directs annual reports from the insurance department. The subcommittee majority supported it for balancing information and privacy.
HB297 2987: Committee Chair Information Only01:19:25.760 - 10:14:07 AM; Seconds the motion and directs roll call for the amendment.
HB297 2987: Representative Puchic Vote01:20:40.480 - 10:15:22 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB297 2987: Representative Ammon Vote01:20:40.480 - 10:15:22 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB297 2987: Representative Smith Vote01:20:40.480 - 10:15:22 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB297 2987: Clerk Vote01:20:40.480 - 10:15:22 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB297 2987: Representative Axton Vote01:20:40.480 - 10:15:22 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB297 2987: Representative Miles Vote01:20:40.480 - 10:15:22 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB297 2987: Representative Risa Vote01:20:40.480 - 10:15:22 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB297 2987: Representative Long Vote01:20:40.480 - 10:15:22 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB297 2987: Representative Eert Vote01:21:57.280 - 10:16:39 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB297 2987: Representative Malleier Vote01:21:57.280 - 10:16:39 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB297 2987: Representative Spear Vote01:21:57.280 - 10:16:39 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB297 2987: Representative Sullivan Vote01:21:57.280 - 10:16:39 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB297 2987: Representative Teresa Vote01:21:57.280 - 10:16:39 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB297 2987: Representative Oregon Vote01:21:57.280 - 10:16:39 AM; Votes yes on the amendment.
HB297 2987: Committee Chair Vote01:21:57.280 - 10:16:39 AM; Votes yes on the amendment. Announces 17-0 passage. Moves to ought to pass as amended and directs roll call.
HB297 2987: Representative Petek Vote01:22:47.520 - 10:17:29 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended.
HB297 2987: Representative Ammon Vote01:22:47.520 - 10:17:29 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended.
HB297 2987: Representative Smith Vote01:22:47.520 - 10:17:29 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended.
HB297 2987: Representative Clerk Vote01:22:47.520 - 10:17:29 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended.
HB297 2987: Representative Axton Vote01:22:47.520 - 10:17:29 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended.
HB297 2987: Representative Miles Vote01:22:47.520 - 10:17:29 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended.
HB297 2987: Representative Wong Vote01:22:47.520 - 10:17:29 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended.
HB297 2987: Representative Herbert Vote01:22:47.520 - 10:17:29 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended.
HB297 2987: Representative Malleier Vote01:22:47.520 - 10:17:29 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended.
HB297 2987: Representative Spear Vote01:22:47.520 - 10:17:29 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended.
HB297 2987: Representative Bir Vote01:22:47.520 - 10:17:29 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended.
HB297 2987: Representative Sullivan Vote01:22:47.520 - 10:17:29 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended.
HB297 2987: Representative Teresa Vote01:22:47.520 - 10:17:29 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended.
HB297 2987: Representative Oregon Vote01:22:47.520 - 10:17:29 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended.
HB297 2987: Committee Chair Vote01:22:47.520 - 10:17:29 AM; Votes yes on ought to pass as amended. Announces unanimous passage and places on consent calendar.
HB312: Representative Pressa Information Only01:23:38.960 - 10:18:20 AM; Moves interim study on HB312, explaining uncertainty about federal and NCAA actions, noting the bill is a good idea but lacks sufficient information currently.
HB312: Committee Chair Information Only01:23:38.960 - 10:18:20 AM; Seconds the motion and allows Representative Pressa to speak, then explains that interim study keeps the bill alive for further discussion without killing it.
HB312: Representative Patu Vote01:24:40.159 - 10:19:22 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB312: Representative Ammon Vote01:24:40.159 - 10:19:22 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB312: Representative Smith Vote01:24:40.159 - 10:19:22 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB312: Representative Porchelli Vote01:24:40.159 - 10:19:22 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB312: Clerk Vote01:24:40.159 - 10:19:22 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB312: Representative Thaxton Vote01:24:40.159 - 10:19:22 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB312: Representative Miles Vote01:24:40.159 - 10:19:22 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB312: Representative Braza Vote01:24:40.159 - 10:19:22 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB312: Representative Long Vote01:24:40.159 - 10:19:22 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB312: Representative Herbert Vote01:24:40.159 - 10:19:22 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB312: Representative Malleier Vote01:24:40.159 - 10:19:22 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB312: Representative Spear Vote01:24:40.159 - 10:19:22 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB312: Representative Burch Vote01:24:40.159 - 10:19:22 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB312: Representative Sullivan Vote01:24:40.159 - 10:19:22 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB312: Representative Teresa Vote01:24:40.159 - 10:19:22 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB312: Representative Oregon Vote01:24:40.159 - 10:19:22 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB312: Committee Chair Vote01:24:40.159 - 10:19:22 AM; Votes yes on interim study. Announces 17-0 vote and places on consent calendar.
HB359: Representative Ammon Information Only01:25:59.440 - 10:20:41 AM; Moves interim study on HB359.
HB359: Committee Chair Information Only01:25:59.440 - 10:20:41 AM; Seconds the motion and invites comment.
HB359: Representative Ammon Support01:25:59.440 - 10:20:41 AM; Speaks to the motion, noting the issue is addressed federally with concerns like Operation Chokepoint weaponizing banking for political purposes. Agrees interim study is appropriate to monitor federal actions.
HB359: Committee Chair Oppose01:25:59.440 - 10:20:41 AM; Expresses rejection of the bill, arguing it removes choices from private companies to decline business for non-quantitative reasons.
HB359: Representative Oregon Oppose01:27:10.960 - 10:21:52 AM; Agrees private businesses like banks and insurers should have latitude to avoid clients whose agendas conflict, and expresses uncertainty about relying on federal action given current chaos.
HB359: Committee Chair Support01:28:18.159 - 10:23:00 AM; Acknowledges the value of interim study to keep the bill as a vehicle for discussion if news or issues arise, similar to other bills in committee.
HB359: Representative Petic Vote01:29:19.600 - 10:24:01 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB359: Representative Ammon Vote01:29:19.600 - 10:24:01 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB359: Representative Smith Vote01:29:19.600 - 10:24:01 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB359: Representative Porchelli Vote01:29:19.600 - 10:24:01 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB359: Clerk Vote01:29:19.600 - 10:24:01 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB359: Representative Aton Vote01:29:19.600 - 10:24:01 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB359: Representative Miles Vote01:29:19.600 - 10:24:01 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB359: Representative Prica Vote01:29:19.600 - 10:24:01 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB359: Representative Long Vote01:29:19.600 - 10:24:01 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB359: Representative Herbert Vote01:29:19.600 - 10:24:01 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB359: Representative Malleier Vote01:29:19.600 - 10:24:01 AM; Votes no on interim study.
HB359: Representative Spear Vote01:29:19.600 - 10:24:01 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB359: Representative Burch Vote01:29:19.600 - 10:24:01 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB359: Representative Sullivan Vote01:30:06.639 - 10:24:48 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB359: Representative Teresa Vote01:30:06.639 - 10:24:48 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB359: Representative Oregon Vote01:30:06.639 - 10:24:48 AM; Votes no on interim study.
HB359: Representative German Vote01:30:06.639 - 10:24:48 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB359: Committee Chair Vote01:30:06.639 - 10:24:48 AM; Announces 15-2 vote in favor of interim study and places on consent calendar.
HB427: Representative Ammon Information Only01:30:06.639 - 10:24:48 AM; Moves interim study on HB427.
HB427: Committee Chair Information Only01:30:06.639 - 10:24:48 AM; Seconds the motion and asks for comments, seeing none directs roll call.
HB427: Representative Petic Vote01:31:24.000 - 10:26:06 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB427: Representative Ammon Vote01:31:24.000 - 10:26:06 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB427: Representative Smith Vote01:31:24.000 - 10:26:06 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB427: Clerk Vote01:31:24.000 - 10:26:06 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB427: Representative Daxton Vote01:31:24.000 - 10:26:06 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB427: Representative Miles Vote01:31:24.000 - 10:26:06 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB427: Representative Presa Vote01:31:24.000 - 10:26:06 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB427: Representative Long Vote01:31:24.000 - 10:26:06 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB427: Representative Herbert Vote01:31:24.000 - 10:26:06 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB427: Representative Malleier Vote01:31:24.000 - 10:26:06 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB427: Representative Spear Vote01:31:24.000 - 10:26:06 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB427: Representative Burch Vote01:31:24.000 - 10:26:06 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB427: Representative Sullivan Vote01:31:24.000 - 10:26:06 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB427: Representative Teresa Vote01:31:24.000 - 10:26:06 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB427: Representative Oregon Vote01:31:24.000 - 10:26:06 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB427: Committee Chair Vote01:31:24.000 - 10:26:06 AM; Votes yes on interim study. Announces 17-0 vote and places on consent calendar.
HB529 2995, 3042, 25957: Committee Chair Information Only01:32:12.159 - 10:26:54 AM; The chair introduces amendments to HB529. Amendment 2995 allows restaurants to host private parties and sell mixed drinks for takeout. The committee votes unanimously to adopt it. Amendment 3042 reinstates penalties for over-serving alcohol, which was accidentally repealed. It passes unanimously. A third amendment (25957) addresses tobacco violations for sales to those under 21, to be introduced as a floor amendment in January due to timing issues. The motion to pass HB529 with the two amendments passes 17-0, placed on the regular calendar for the floor amendment.
HB529 2995, 3042, 25957: Representative Patusk Support01:33:53.600 - 10:28:35 AM; Moves ought to pass on HB529 with amendments.
HB529 2995, 3042, 25957: Representative John Hunt, Cheshire - District 14 Support01:33:53.600 - 10:28:35 AM; Seconds the motion for HB529.
HB529 2995, 3042, 25957: Committee Chair Information Only01:34:56.480 - 10:29:38 AM; Leads the roll call votes on amendments and the bill, explaining procedural details and the need for regular calendar placement due to upcoming floor amendment.
HB565 3022: Representative Patusk Support01:41:05.920 - 10:35:47 AM; Moves ought to pass on amendment 3022 for HB565.
HB565 3022: Representative John Hunt, Cheshire - District 14 Support01:41:05.920 - 10:35:47 AM; Seconds the motion for HB565.
HB565 3022: Representative (unspecified) Information Only01:41:52.159 - 10:36:34 AM; Expresses concern about clarifying local option language due to potential Dillon Rule issues but notes the liquor commission already handles local control.
HB565 3022: Committee Chair Information Only01:41:52.159 - 10:36:34 AM; Facilitates discussion and votes on the amendment (16-1) and ought to pass as amended (16-1), placing it on the consent calendar.
HB648: Representative Spear Support01:45:29.119 - 10:40:11 AM; Moves interim study on HB648. Explains that under the Affordable Care Act, new state health insurance mandates require state funding. Shares historical context on ACA mandates.
HB648: Representative Miles Oppose01:45:29.119 - 10:40:11 AM; Moves inexpedient to legislate on HB648, arguing it mandates insurance coverage for glucose monitors regardless of medical necessity, increasing premiums unnecessarily since coverage already exists when clinically appropriate. Withdraws motion at chair's urging.
HB648: Representative Sullivan Information Only01:47:25.280 - 10:42:07 AM; Suggests interim study instead of ITL to allow more discussion, similar to other bills.
HB648: Representative Burch Support01:52:17.280 - 10:46:59 AM; Urges voting down ITL to consider an amendment for coverage with physician prescription, emphasizing public health benefits for type 2 diabetes management and early detection to reduce long-term costs.
HB648: Committee Chair Information Only01:56:34.560 - 10:51:16 AM; Urges withdrawal of ITL motion for interim study to continue discussion. Moves interim study, seconded by Representative Hunt. The motion passes with a vote tally.
HB648: Committee Chair Information Only01:56:34.560 - 10:51:16 AM; The chair concludes the discussion on HB648, noting the vote was 11 to 6 for interim study and it will be left on the regular calendar. Explains the legislative process to a member wanting to discuss an amendment, stating that amendments can only be considered after an 'ought to pass' motion, which was not reached as the motion was for interim study. Advises the member to submit a minority report for 'ought to pass' with the amendment and communicate via email.
HB648: Representative (New Member) Support01:58:39.920 - 10:53:21 AM; The new representative expresses frustration over not being allowed to speak about amendment #3059, believing it strengthens the bill. Requests to make a motion for 'ought to pass with amendment' but is informed it's not possible at this stage. Considers a motion to reconsider but is urged against it. Learns about the process and agrees to file a minority report for 'ought to pass as amended' and submit the amendment as a floor amendment.
HB648: Deputy Speaker or Parliamentarian Information Only02:00:44.560 - 10:55:26 AM; Explains the procedural rules: amendments do not exist until after an 'ought to pass' motion. Since the committee went directly to interim study after withdrawing 'inexpedient to legislate,' no amendments could be discussed. Instructs on filing a minority report for 'ought to pass as amended' and submitting the amendment to the house clerk for floor consideration in January.
HB648: Representative Ammon Information Only02:01:50.239 - 10:56:32 AM; Requests that the minority report reflect both sides: one for 'ought to pass' and one for interim study.
HB648: Unidentified Representative Information Only02:01:50.239 - 10:56:32 AM; Asks about the bill's path if passed with amendment: confirms it would go to the Senate without a second committee, noting the benefits of a bicameral legislature.
HB706: Representative (Mover) Information Only02:02:58.480 - 10:57:40 AM; Moves for interim study, explaining the bill involves complex issues between providers and insurance companies. Hoped the insurance department would resolve it, but time ran out and it's not easily resolvable. The motion passes unanimously.
HB706: Clerk Information Only02:04:13.119 - 10:58:55 AM; Calls the roll, all vote yes for interim study.
HB721: Representative Ammon Support02:05:31.599 - 11:00:13 AM; Moves for interim study to monitor other states adopting similar legislation. Notes New Hampshire lacks sales or income tax, unlike those states. Mentions a group advocating for sound money, linking it to inflation like high fast food prices.
HB721: Unidentified Representative Information Only02:06:32.719 - 11:01:14 AM; Corrects that New Hampshire has a sales tax in the form of meals and rooms tax (potentially expanding to cannabis). Supports interim study but opposes the bill.
HB721: Clerk Information Only02:07:35.360 - 11:02:17 AM; Calls the roll, all vote yes for interim study.
HB725: Representative (Mover) Information Only02:08:35.280 - 11:03:17 AM; Moves for inexpedient to legislate (ITL) as the problem was already solved. The motion passes unanimously after confirming prior coverage in working session.
HB725: Unidentified Representative Information Only02:09:54.400 - 11:04:36 AM; Notes the previous working session left it as is but agrees to change to ITL.
HB725: Clerk Information Only02:09:54.400 - 11:04:36 AM; Calls the roll, all vote yes for ITL.
SB162: Representative (Mover) Information Only02:11:17.040 - 11:05:59 AM; Moves for ITL, explaining an amendment made its content identical to budget provisions already passed into law, making the bill redundant. The motion passes unanimously.
SB162: Clerk Information Only02:12:07.520 - 11:06:49 AM; Calls the roll, all vote yes for ITL.
SB247: Representative Miles Information Only02:13:24.800 - 11:08:06 AM; Moves for interim study as the issue remains unsolved.
SB247: Representative Spear Information Only02:13:24.800 - 11:08:06 AM; Seconds and explains a prior study group identified four needs for pharmacies, but only one made it into the bill. A pharmacy owner testified it didn't address the real problem. Recommends interim study to clarify needs. The motion passes unanimously.
SB247: Clerk Information Only02:14:34.960 - 11:09:16 AM; Calls the roll, all vote yes for interim study.
Unclear: Committee Chair Information Only02:15:52.000 - 11:10:34 AM; Wraps up the session, assigns writing blurbs for reports by noon tomorrow, including for the marijuana bill. Mentions HB639 on crypto, suggesting reading about it on Inklink in Manchester. Thanks everyone and adjourns until veto day.

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