Committee Summary for House Executive Departments and Administration (02/04/2026)

Bill/Time	Type	Title	Sponsor
HB1395 00:05:27.039 - 9:01:48 AM	Public Hearing	relative to the annual proclamation of "New Hampshire Day at the Big E."	Drye, Margaret(R)[B+]2025
HB149 00:32:55.039 - 9:29:16 AM	Public Hearing	relative to warrant article approvals at ballot referenda form of town meeting.	Sellers, John(R)[A-]2025
HB1390 00:55:22.240 - 9:51:43 AM	Public Hearing	designating the apple cider doughnut the official doughnut of the state of New Hampshire.	Telerski, Laura(D)[CT]2025
HB1458 01:06:22.160 - 10:02:43 AM	General Working Session	relative to the licensing of massage, reflexology, structural integration, and Asian bodywork facilities.	Layon, Erica(R)[A+]2025
CACR17 03:07:25.600 - 12:03:46 PM	Public Hearing	Relating to the commissioner of the department of insurance. Providing that the commissioner of the department of insurance be elected.	Oppel, Thomas(D)[F]2025
CACR26 03:33:55.040 - 12:30:16 PM	Public Hearing	the powers of the governor. the governor shall not call up the national guard without the approval of the executive council.	Howard, Heath(D)[F]2025
HB1126 03:59:01.680 - 12:55:22 PM	Executive Session	repealing the certification requirement to perform residential mold assessments.	Slottje, Jeremy(R)[A+]2025
HB1519 04:03:44.560 - 1:00:05 PM	Public Hearing	relative to the term of office and mandatory retirement age for the adjutant general for department of military affairs and veterans services.	Moffett, Michael(R)[B+]2025
HR46 04:35:11.359 - 1:31:32 PM	Public Hearing	declaring the first Friday in June as a state day of remembrance for children killed by gun violence and urging the establishment of a national day of remembrance.	Budathoki, Suraj(D)[D-]2025

HB1395: Representative Margaret Dry, Sullivan District 7 (Charlestown, Newport, Unity, Plainfield, Cornish) Support00:05:27.039 - 9:01:48 AM; Representative Dry introduced the bill, explaining that New Hampshire owns a building at the Big E fair in West Springfield, Massachusetts, the only state-owned property outside NH borders. She highlighted the fair's importance in showcasing NH businesses, tourism, and agriculture to a large audience. As chair of the NH trustees for the Eastern States Exposition, she noted the governor is an ex officio trustee. Reasons for the annual proclamation include its fitting nature, no fiscal impact, historical significance since the fair's founding over 100 years ago, and preparation for the building's 100th anniversary in 2030. She shared supportive testimony from former Agriculture Commissioner Steve Taylor and emphasized that Massachusetts already recognizes NH Day, so NH should too.
HB1395: Rebecca Ross, Director of Agricultural Development, NH Department of Agriculture, Markets, and Food Support00:10:26.880 - 9:06:47 AM; Ross manages the NH building at the Big E, the only state-owned structure outside NH. She oversees celebrations on NH Day and coordinates over 20 vendors, performers, events, and demonstrations promoting NH agriculture and commerce. She supports the bill for its value in highlighting NH's participation, especially with the building's 100-year anniversary approaching in 2030. Other states are taking similar steps, and this proclamation will engage NH residents and beyond. No prior proclamations are in recent records, but this prepares for larger celebrations as the fair evolves.
HB1395: Representative Tracy Brechany, Merrimack District 15 Support00:13:57.040 - 9:10:18 AM; As a co-sponsor, Brechany spoke in favor of the bill, praising the Big E as a fabulous event that provides great publicity for NH at no additional cost. She encouraged passing it to the House, noting that even if not done in the past, it's now needed to publicize NH effectively. She urged committee members to attend the Big E if they haven't, describing it as wonderful.
HB1395: Eugene Cassidy, President/CEO, Eastern States Exposition Support00:16:08.720 - 9:12:29 AM; Cassidy expressed excitement about the bill, detailing the Exposition's history since 1914, founded by Joshua Loring Brooks to boost northeastern agriculture. It has 165 voting trustees, including 25 from NH, with Dry as NH chair. He referenced 1929 legislation authorizing the NH building, opened in 1930, to promote industry, agriculture, education, land grant colleges like UNH, and tourism. The fair drives a $1.2 billion economic impact on New England, representing 28 states and 18 FFA chapters. It supports family farms and next-generation agriculture, with NH owning unique property at the fair and in Vermont. He promoted the fair's mission to preserve New England heritage and incubate industries, noting NH's building is popular and architecturally unique.
HB1395: Cynthia Westover, Walpole, Vice Chair of NH Trustees Support00:29:06.480 - 9:25:27 AM; Westover shared personal experiences with the Big E, having shown her horse there as a teen and her sons showing working steers and dairy. Her 265-year-old farm underscores her farming background. She emphasized the fair's importance for 4-H youth, offering avenues like showing beef, dairy, dogs, goats, alpacas, public speaking, displays, art, and photography. As vice chair, she noted past offers of free tickets to legislators for NH Day had low participation due to poor communication, urging better outreach to encourage attendance.
HB149: Representative Timothy Han, Durham Support00:32:55.039 - 9:29:16 AM; Representative Han, the bill sponsor, explains HB149 aims to eliminate the annual switch to daylight saving time, contingent on neighboring states (Maine, Vermont, Massachusetts, Rhode Island) adopting similar measures or federal law allowing it. He shares a personal anecdote about his birthdate confusion due to Indiana's time zone history to illustrate the issues with time changes. He argues standard time is preferable as daylight saving time is an illusion that disrupts sleep, increases health risks like heart attacks and accidents, and misaligns with natural solar noon in New Hampshire. He emphasizes benefits for morning light for workers and children, and offers written testimony.
HB149: Scott Spalding, New Hampshire Association of Broadcasters Oppose00:42:03.520 - 9:38:24 AM; Scott Spalding expresses concerns from the New Hampshire Association of Broadcasters about HB149's potential disruption to commerce, particularly broadcasting networks connected to Connecticut and New York. He notes challenges with clock-hour operations, advertising calendars, and state-by-state changes causing turmoil. He references a letter from Executive Director Tracy Caruso and stresses this should be a federal matter to avoid piecemeal implementation. While agreeing on health concerns with time changes, he advocates for coordinated regional or national action, including New York, to minimize economic harm.
HB149: Dr. Douglas Johnson, Pulmonary and Sleep Physician Support00:48:19.119 - 9:44:40 AM; Dr. Douglas Johnson testifies on the adverse health impacts of daylight saving time, including disruptions to circadian rhythms leading to effects on education, learning, and business productivity. He notes endorsements from medical associations for year-round standard time and argues that states supporting the change demonstrate public health demand to pressure federal action. He defers detailed adverse effects and benefits to Dr. Karen Johnson's upcoming testimony.
HB149: Dr. Karen Johnson, American Academy of Sleep Medicine Support00:50:47.760 - 9:47:08 AM; Dr. Karen Johnson, a neurology professor and sleep specialist from Springfield, MA, supports HB149 on behalf of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and Coalition for Permanent Standard Time. She praises the bill's reliance on contiguous states and notes Massachusetts' version includes Connecticut. She explains the 1966 Uniform Time Act allows unilateral adoption of standard time, as done by Arizona and Hawaii, but warns against patchwork adoption in New England due to economic ties. She highlights health benefits of standard time in reducing chronic diseases, mental health issues, and risks for early starters like schoolchildren and workers, citing historical failures of permanent daylight time in 1974. She emphasizes long-term gains in health, safety, productivity, and economy.
HB1390: Representative Laura Terski, Nashua Ward 8 Support00:55:22.240 - 9:51:43 AM; Representative Terski, the prime sponsor, introduces HB1390 inspired by fourth graders from Bicentennial Elementary School in Nashua. She recounts their field trip inspiration from past student-led symbols like the pumpkin, leading to research on the apple cider donut's ties to state beverage apple cider, local orchards, farming, fall tourism, and economy. The students addressed counterarguments like allergies and legislative priorities in essays, videos, and presentations. She highlights the bill's lighthearted promotion of civic engagement at any age and invites the students to testify.
HB1390: Gabriella Salari, Sasha Reddi, and Ashka Panuganti, Bicentennial Elementary School, Nashua Support00:58:35.839 - 9:54:56 AM; The fifth-grade students, former fourth graders who initiated the idea during a state house field trip, present collectively. Inspired by past student symbols like the pumpkin, Chinook dog, and apple cider, they researched and selected the apple cider donut for its New Hampshire connections. They argue it boosts farms and bakeries (citing 228 orchards like Brookdale Farm in Hollis), ties to the state beverage with historical significance, enhances tourism, and is unique (only two states have official donuts). They provide a packet with pamphlets, essays, and a petition, emphasizing joy and state pride. They recommend two donuts per sitting and confirm focus on apple cider donuts over others like maple glazed.
HB1458: Unidentified Committee Member (Presenter) Information Only01:06:22.160 - 10:02:43 AM; The presenter introduces the work session on HB1458 with an amendment to address human trafficking and money laundering by unlicensed massage networks posing as legitimate businesses. The bill defines massage and bodywork establishments and proprietors (operators of locations with multiple professionals, excluding sole proprietors). It requires licensing for proprietors via OPLC, including SSN or taxpayer ID, criminal background checks by state police to bar those with convictions for prostitution, human trafficking, kidnapping, sexual assault, or child sexual abuse. Changes to rulemaking aim for low-cost implementation funded by fees, neutral to state budget. It enables law enforcement to target operators without needing victims for prosecution under existing inspection authority. Discussion includes questions on registration, lookup via OPLC, consistency with sole proprietorship definitions, and separation from HB1469 on inspections.
HB1458: Unidentified Presenter (likely Rep. Howard) Information Only01:14:24.320 - 10:10:45 AM; The presenter discusses OPLC's inspection authority for licensed professions, including home-based sole proprietors. They note the high fiscal cost of inspections in the original bill and explain that the amendment separates inspections from proprietor licensing to reduce costs. They reference a recent work session with the commission to combat human trafficking, where Homeland Security Investigations highlighted the need for verifiable persons tied to locations to enforce laws against illicit activities without victim testimony.
HB1458: Representative Howard Information Only01:16:23.360 - 10:12:44 AM; Rep. Howard questions the fiscal notes for HB1458 and HB1469, noting similar expenditures but no appropriations for HB1458. They inquire about an updated analysis for the amendment.
HB1458: Unidentified Presenter (likely Rep. Howard) Information Only01:16:23.360 - 10:12:44 AM; The presenter explains that updated fiscal notes on amendments require adoption by the full body. The amendment is a replace-all that removes costly inspections ($600,000 biennium), estimating new costs at $10,000-$100,000, implementable with existing appropriations if effective July 1, 2027. Both bills will go to finance for final fiscal review. They commit to not proceeding if costs are too high.
HB1458: Madam Chair Information Only01:18:22.239 - 10:14:43 AM; The Chair clarifies that while official fiscal notes require body adoption, LBA can provide informal analyses on amendments, as done previously.
HB1458: Unidentified Presenter (likely Rep. Howard) Information Only01:18:22.239 - 10:14:43 AM; The presenter confirms speaking with LBA, who advised official notes need body adoption, but OPLC has provided rough cost estimates.
HB1458: Representative Dere Information Only01:19:13.040 - 10:15:34 AM; Rep. Dere raises concerns about the amendment's language on lines 16-19 defining 'massage establishment proprietor,' worrying it might broadly include landlords leasing to nefarious businesses, potentially making them liable. They also question lines 23-24, asking if business owners must be licensed massage therapists themselves.
HB1458: Unidentified Presenter (likely Rep. Howard) Information Only01:20:20.320 - 10:16:41 AM; The presenter notes specifics would be handled in rulemaking and existing laws already penalize aware landlords for trafficking. They agree to review the language before the afternoon session. On the second question, lines 19-20 explicitly state proprietors need not hold a massage therapy license, similar for bodywork.
HB1458: Representative Dere Information Only01:22:18.639 - 10:18:39 AM; Rep. Dere acknowledges not seeing the amendment earlier but thanks for clarification on the proprietor license exemption.
HB1458: Representative Schmidt Information Only01:22:18.639 - 10:18:39 AM; Rep. Schmidt thanks the presenter for their work and expresses concern about public and administrative confusion between therapeutic massage and illegal sexual services, citing a past case where code enforcement harmed legitimate practitioners. They urge the amendment to clearly differentiate to avoid further confusion.
HB1458: Unidentified Presenter (likely Rep. Howard) Information Only01:24:12.800 - 10:20:33 AM; The presenter clarifies it's prostitution, not 'sexual massage,' and it's already prohibited in licensed codes of conduct. They emphasize massage is not prostitution and find conflations harmful and offensive to legitimate therapists. They appreciate raising the issue for clarity.
HB1458: Representative Schmidt Information Only01:25:26.400 - 10:21:47 AM; Rep. Schmidt agrees the dialogue is important for the record, especially for potential litigation, and notes the OPLC director's rewritten language is incorporated in sections like license renewals (aligning board compensation), renewal processes (pointing to RSA 310:8), and more.
HB1458: Representative Sers Information Only01:27:40.719 - 10:24:01 AM; Rep. Sers asks if a sole proprietor adding an employee must register as a commercial location under the amendment.
HB1458: Unidentified Presenter (likely Rep. Howard) Information Only01:28:50.719 - 10:25:11 AM; Yes, hiring requires OPLC application with SSN/tax ID, background check info, and fee to verify identity and ensure no relevant convictions, especially in multi-person locations where issues arise.
HB1458: Representative Sers Information Only01:29:53.440 - 10:26:14 AM; Rep. Sers confirms sole proprietors operating alone don't need this or inspections under HB1469, but hiring one person requires the proprietor to get a background check, though not necessarily the employee unless OPLC deems necessary under existing laws.
HB1458: Representative Gro Information Only01:30:52.639 - 10:27:13 AM; Rep. Gro asks how complaints and enforcement fit, and notes bills increasing agency responsibility usually have fiscal impact.
HB1458: Unidentified Presenter (likely Rep. Howard) Information Only01:30:52.639 - 10:27:13 AM; Enforcement and complaints process unchanged; OPLC has broad investigatory powers including inspections and injunctions.
HB1458: Representative Pearson Support01:30:52.639 - 10:27:13 AM; Rep. Pearson supports HB1469 but sees overlap with HB1458, viewing them as a package; needs time to process before deciding.
HB1458: Unidentified Presenter (likely Rep. Howard) Information Only01:32:04.080 - 10:28:25 AM; The presenter agrees they are a package, with proprietor licensing as low-cost identity verification. Intends amendments to mesh both bills, allowing parallel progress; if inspections too costly, proceed with proprietors to ensure oversight.
HB1458: Representative Schmidt Information Only01:33:03.040 - 10:29:24 AM; Rep. Schmidt urges another hearing for input from massage professionals on the rapid amendment process to ensure it supports legitimate practice while targeting illegal operations.
HB1458: Unidentified Presenter (likely Rep. Howard) Information Only01:34:00.719 - 10:30:21 AM; Boards are involved in rulemaking; delaying HB1469 not recommended unless delaying board meetings. No resolution today; closes work session on HB1458.
HB1458: Madam Chair Information Only01:35:16.719 - 10:31:37 AM; The Chair opens/closes work session on HB1555, noting amendment work ongoing with Fire Chief Tumi; no discussion today. Opens work session on HB1469, noting updates needed and intent for inspections; amendments to be distributed ahead.
HB1458: Representative Gro Information Only01:37:16.560 - 10:33:37 AM; Rep. Gro shares amendment ideas for HB1469: trigger investigations by complaint to reduce costs, clarify misdemeanor enforcement via OPLC (not advisory board), avoid repealing local ordinances (prefer overriding statute). Emphasizes viable tool without excessive costs.
HB1458: Madam Chair Information Only01:39:39.280 - 10:36:00 AM; The Chair discusses policy on local regulations: leaning toward silence to allow them. Confirms opposition to prohibiting local bylaws. Notes standard is locals can be more restrictive; decides to remain silent, preserving local guardrails.
HB1458: Representative Pearson Oppose01:40:49.119 - 10:37:10 AM; Rep. Pearson opposes removal of local regulations.
HB1458: Representative Bailey Information Only01:40:49.119 - 10:37:10 AM; Rep. Bailey questions clarity on state vs. local prevalence, suggesting specification if locals more restrictive.
HB1458: Representative GA Information Only01:42:32.639 - 10:38:53 AM; Rep. GA notes similar language on page six for bodywork, advocating consistency.
HB1458: Madam Chair Information Only01:43:33.600 - 10:39:54 AM; The Chair closes work session on HB1469, to distribute amendments. Opens work session on HB1457 (natural organic reduction), based on cremation statutes with technical challenges; seeks volunteers for interim study to refine language for 2027 implementation.
HB1458: Representative Kelly Information Only01:44:33.920 - 10:40:54 AM; Rep. Kelly expresses interest in working on HB1457.
HB1458: Unidentified Representative Information Only01:44:33.920 - 10:40:54 AM; Notes Rep. Lamontain's absence; suggests notifying her as prime sponsor.
HB1458: Madam Chair Information Only01:45:28.320 - 10:41:49 AM; Closes HB1457 temporarily, awaiting Rep. Lamontain. No work on HB1683 without Rep. Patenza. Opens work session on alcohol/drug use professionals bills, aiming to combine related ones.
HB1458: Madam Chair Information Only01:46:20.320 - 10:42:41 AM; Reopens HB1457 work session; Rep. Kelly and Rep. Groda interested. Asks if ready for Ought to Pass without amendments.
HB1458: Representative Lamontain Support01:47:43.119 - 10:44:04 AM; Rep. Lamontain supports moving HB1457, arguing the process mirrors cremation and concerns are addressed; emphasizes legislative control over policy vs. rulemaking flexibility.
HB1458: Madam Chair Information Only01:49:45.040 - 10:46:06 AM; The Chair suggests interim study to refine language collaboratively, not to kill the bill, to lead with clear statutes avoiding rulemaking issues seen in other states.
HB1458: Representative Slotchi Support01:50:34.480 - 10:46:55 AM; Rep. Slotchi supports the idea but notes differences like prion diseases not destroyed by organic reduction (unlike cremation), requiring statutory exclusions; favors interim study to address.
HB1458: Representative Lamontain Information Only01:52:13.440 - 10:48:34 AM; Agrees on rulemaking flexibility for evolving threats but notes fixed issues like radiation isotopes should be in statute.
HB1458: Representative Howard Support01:53:50.880 - 10:50:11 AM; Rep. Howard supports rulemaking for flexibility on new issues like COVID, as legislature meets only 6 months/year.
HB1458: Representative Sitec Information Only01:55:45.520 - 10:52:06 AM; Rep. Sitec notes tension between statutory specificity and rulemaking; leans toward more in statute to ensure implementation.
HB1458: Madam Chair Information Only01:55:45.520 - 10:52:06 AM; Asks if ready to pass or work more; suggests executive session for vote.
HB1458: Unidentified Representative Support01:56:47.280 - 10:53:08 AM; Suggests moving as it's the second term heard.
HB1458: Representative Gro Information Only01:56:47.280 - 10:53:08 AM; Moves Ought to Pass on HB1457.
HB1458: Representative Howard Support01:57:54.800 - 10:54:15 AM; Seconds the motion; supports as environmental option at end-of-life.
HB1458: Representative Gro Support01:57:54.800 - 10:54:15 AM; Speaks to motion: second hearing, improvements made, ready to support.
HB1458: Madam Chair Information Only01:58:48.480 - 10:55:09 AM; Opposes passing without precision; favors interim study to address issues like those stalling other states.
HB1458: Representative Scitec Support01:58:48.480 - 10:55:09 AM; Agrees; industry has proposed changes for better bill; suggests incorporating via amendment.
HB1458: Representative Lamontain Support01:59:47.840 - 10:56:08 AM; Offers to work on amendment with industry input.
HB1458: Representative Gro Information Only01:59:47.840 - 10:56:08 AM; Withdraws motion.
HB1458: Representative Howard Information Only01:59:47.840 - 10:56:08 AM; Withdraws second.
HB1458: Madam Chair Information Only02:00:39.920 - 10:57:00 AM; Closes executive session; moves to alcohol/drug professionals, aiming to combine HB1328, HB1572, HB1052. Opens work session on HB1328 (remove licensed clinical supervisors, add recovery support workers to board; has drafting error). Seeks committee comfort combining with HB1572 after cleanup.
HB1458: Representative Groa Information Only02:01:40.320 - 10:58:01 AM; Agrees to combine if no conflicts; recalls non-eventful testimony; wants to ensure comments from Jackie Apple included; offers to work on joining with help.
HB1458: Representative Scitec Oppose02:02:43.199 - 10:59:04 AM; Opposes HB1052 as written, impressed by Jackie Abikov's opposition arguments.
HB1458: Madam Chair Information Only02:03:42.880 - 11:00:03 AM; Closes HB1052 work session, won't combine. Opens HB1572 work session (qualifications, MLADC via MLAT, cleanups for reciprocity). Notes statutory reference issue on line 5 (RSA 330-C?). Comfortable with cleanups in amendment.
HB1458: Representative Groa Information Only02:04:51.520 - 11:01:12 AM; Confirms note on incorrect statute reference.
HB1458: Madam Chair Support02:04:51.520 - 11:01:12 AM; Supports moving forward, recognizing value of formal and nonformal paths.
HB1458: Representative Dere Oppose02:06:11.679 - 11:02:32 AM; Recalls concern that 60 hours of work for MLADC not supervised in mental health background; opposes removing internship for co-occurring disorders expertise, as MLADC requires understanding mental health and substance abuse linkage.
HB1458: Madam Chair Information Only02:09:44.079 - 11:06:05 AM; Clarifies LADC has direct supervision, MLADC peer review; suggests streamlined bridging supervision if opposing full removal.
HB1458: Representative Groda Information Only02:09:44.079 - 11:06:05 AM; Suggests consulting Diane for questions.
HB1458: Representative Reese Information Only02:10:19.920 - 11:06:40 AM; Asks if passing endangers MLADC insurance reimbursement.
HB1458: Diane Castruchi, Executive Director, NH Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors Association Oppose02:11:24.320 - 11:07:45 AM; Testimony was confusing as two separate bills; positive speakers wanted alternative path for LADCs/CRSWs via RSA 330-C, but written as 330-A allows unqualified (e.g., CRSWs with peer credentials, no co-occurring experience) to get MLADC after 5 years + master's without supervised practice, disadvantaging clients. Suggests changing to 330-C for proper path; combining with HB1328 could work but controversial without exam proof.
HB1458: Diane Castrucci, Executive Director, NH Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors Association Information Only02:15:26.320 - 11:11:47 AM; The speaker continues discussing the need for 300 hours of substance use specific education for MLADC due to limitations in other master's programs. She suggests bidirectional pathways: allowing MLADC with 5 years experience and a relevant master's plus exam to obtain LICSW or LCMHC credentials, and vice versa, to create alternative paths and improve visibility of expertise. She argues the existing pathway from LADC to MLADC is preferable as it credits half the hours, and the bill only eliminates 9 months of supervision, which is minor. She clarifies the bill doesn't waive RSA 330-C:3 requirements but points to drafting issues with board references. She agrees that bypassing supervised experience could jeopardize insurance reimbursement, based on research and colleague input from managed care.
CACR17: Representative Thomas Opel, Grafton House District 9 (Kanan, Dorchester, Orange) Support03:07:25.600 - 12:03:46 PM; Representative Opel testifies in support of CACR17, which would amend the constitution to make the insurance commissioner elected by voters starting in 2028, similar to 11 other states. He highlights rising insurance costs impacting individuals and government, arguing an elected commissioner would be more accountable, advocate for policyholders, handle complaints, and ensure fair treatment. He shares anecdotes from Katrina aftermath about claim disputes between flood and wind damage insurers, suggesting an elected commissioner could resolve such issues faster. He proposes prohibiting contributions from regulated entities to candidates, either constitutionally or statutorily, to prevent industry influence. He urges an Ought to Pass recommendation.
CACR26: Representative Howard Support03:33:55.040 - 12:30:16 PM; Representative Howard, the prime sponsor, supports CACR26, a constitutional amendment to Article 51 that allows the Executive Council to vote on National Guard deployments. This introduces checks and balances without stripping the governor of commander-in-chief powers. It enables the council to veto deployments not in New Hampshire's best interest, ensuring accountability and broader consensus for significant military decisions. The amendment does not require votes for routine actions but provides veto oversight to prevent overreach. It protects guardsmen by allowing veto of unnecessary out-of-state deployments, prioritizing state security and service members' well-being. He addresses committee concerns about emergencies, clarifying it does not mandate votes and adds necessary scrutiny without inhibiting immediate actions.
CACR26: Major General David Molytus, Adjutant General, NH National Guard Oppose03:43:35.120 - 12:39:56 PM; Major General Molytus strongly opposes CACR26, calling it political overreach by the Executive Council that harms constituents and the military. He argues it injects politics into command, violating unity of command where the governor as commander-in-chief holds supreme authority. Examples include delays in activating Guard for PPE, vaccines, or hurricane aid to Vermont and Florida. He notes federal missions cannot be vetoed by the state, and politicization could block responses based on party lines. The amendment risks blanket prohibitions, micromanagement, and delays in emergencies, undermining the Guard's apolitical role and ability to respond swiftly under the governor's direct orders.
CACR26: Kevin Grady, representing State Veterans Advisory Committee Oppose03:53:32.080 - 12:49:53 PM; Kevin Grady, a veteran and legislative chair for the Air and Space Forces Association representing 20 veteran organizations, opposes CACR26 due to unclear language creating confusion between requiring approval and allowing vetoes. He explains the Guard's dual federal (Title 10) and state (Title 32) missions, with federal funding covering most costs, including reimbursements for aid like search and rescue. The amendment adds unnecessary bureaucracy that federal law would ignore for activations, making New Hampshire look unreliable. He questions what problem it solves, noting it could hinder timely responses without historical justification in NH.
HB1126: Representative Slotchi (motion) Support03:59:01.680 - 12:55:22 PM; Representative Slotchi moves to pass HB1126, noting it repeals a rarely used certification for residential mold assessments with no current holders. The narrow scope means no practical impact from repeal.
HB1126: Representative Gretto (second) Support03:59:01.680 - 12:55:22 PM; Representative Gretto seconds the motion, citing research showing no OPLC license involved and no one holds the certification. Schools and remediators handle mold without it; home inspectors often perform assessments. Originally potentially useful, it's now obsolete, and repeal won't affect operations.
HB1519: Representative Michael Moffett, prime sponsor Information Only04:03:44.560 - 1:00:05 PM; Representative Moffett introduces HB1519 at the request of Executive Councilor Joe Kenny, who couldn't attend due to a conflicting meeting. The bill proposes a six-year term limit for the Adjutant General (currently none) and lowers mandatory retirement from 65 to 64, per RSA 110-B:8. He defers detailed rationale to Kenny, suggesting it aims to align with other agencies by increasing Executive Council oversight in appointments. He notes the intent may allow governors discretion to replace but avoids speaking definitively.
HB1519: Major General David Mikolitis, Adjutant General Oppose04:14:51.600 - 1:11:12 PM; Major General Mikolitis strongly opposes HB1519, calling it executive overreach that politicizes the military, violates federal law, age discriminates, and imposes unnecessary term limits on an apolitical position. It wrongly lowers retirement to 64, ignoring federal code allowing two-star generals until 66. Term limits disrupt long-term planning (e.g., 8-13 years for projects like securing a KC-46 refueler). The Adjutant General serves at the governor's pleasure with no fixed term to maintain continuity. It would force out experienced deputies (non-military retirees) at 64, unlike other agencies. No problem is being fixed; existing checks like inspector general investigations suffice. Predecessors served 5-10 years voluntarily for strategic reasons.
HB1519: Kevin Grady, Hooksett, State Veterans Advisory Committee Oppose04:21:40.080 - 1:18:01 PM; Kevin Grady testifies against HB1519, expressing concern that changing the age limit from 65 to 64 could prematurely end state healthcare benefits for the Adjutant General before Medicare eligibility at age 66. He highlights the importance of federal law and continuity in leadership. Grady criticizes the removal of 'immediately' from the bill, arguing it allows political appointments over experienced Guard members, potentially harming the state's military readiness, especially with vital assets like the KC-46 tanker and high-demand systems.
HR46: Representative Suraj Budhathoki, Manchester Support04:35:11.359 - 1:31:32 PM; As the prime sponsor, Representative Suraj Budhathoki supports HR46, emphasizing its purpose to designate the first Friday in June as a day to remember children lost to gun violence. He cites national statistics showing firearms as a leading cause of death for children, surpassing car crashes, with over 2,500 children aged 1-17 killed in 2022. While New Hampshire's gun death rate is below the national average, mostly suicides, he stresses that even one loss is too many. The resolution honors victims without proposing policy changes, urging the state to memorialize New Hampshire children's names in the State House and calling on Congress for a national day. He addresses questions on scope, confirming it focuses on New Hampshire children but urges national action.
HR46: Sarah Gentil, Rochester, gun violence survivor Support04:41:57.360 - 1:38:18 PM; Sarah Gentil, a gun violence survivor and mother from Rochester, supports HR46, sharing how trauma from gun violence lasts a lifetime and affects families and communities. She notes gun violence as the leading cause of child deaths in the US, with over 4,400 children dying annually from firearms, and a 50% increase in New Hampshire's gun death rate over 25 years. The day of remembrance provides space for grief and acknowledgment without policy debate. She highlights the Wear Orange movement's timing in early June, originating from Hadiya Pendleton's 2013 shooting, and local events in Portsmouth. Gentil raises a concern about the bill lacking language on family consent for memorializing names, recommending clarification to ensure compassion and respect.

Layon, Erica(Chairman)(R)[A+]2025	Sytek, John(Clerk)(R)[B-]2025	Slottje, Jeremy(V Chairman)(R)[A+]2025
Schmidt, Peter(D)[F]2025	Thibault, James(R)[A]2025	Howard, Heath(D)[F]2025
Sellers, John(R)[A-]2025	de Vries, Erica(D)[CT]2025	Dargie, Paul(D)[F]2025
Davis, Fred(D)[D-]2025	Bailey, Glenn(R)[A+]2025	Kelley, Diane(R)[A-]2025
Pearson, Stephen(R)[B-]2025	Grote, Jaci(D)[CT]2025	Long, Patrick(D)[D]2025
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