Committee Summary for House Ways and Means (03/02/2026)

Bill/Time	Type	Title	Sponsor
HB1420 0889H 00:07:53.709 - 9:03:59 AM	General Working Session	creating a temporary local newspaper advertisement tax credit.	Perez, Kristine(R)[B+]2025
HB1420 0889H 00:37:53.709 - 9:33:59 AM	Executive Session	creating a temporary local newspaper advertisement tax credit.	Perez, Kristine(R)[B+]2025
HB1648 00:52:53.709 - 9:48:59 AM	General Working Session	providing property tax exemptions for qualifying residences.	Luneau, David(D)[CT]2025
HB1648 00:52:53.709 - 9:48:59 AM	Executive Session	providing property tax exemptions for qualifying residences.	Luneau, David(D)[CT]2025
HB1420 01:03:43.090 - 9:59:49 AM	Executive Session	creating a temporary local newspaper advertisement tax credit.	Perez, Kristine(R)[B+]2025
HB1301 01:03:43.090 - 9:59:49 AM	General Working Session	increasing certain mooring fees and directing such funds to the cyanobacteria mitigation loan and grant fund.	MacDonald, John(R)[B+]2025
HB1542 0939H 01:18:43.090 - 10:14:49 AM	General Working Session	(New Title) allowing alternative compliance payments to the renewable energy fund to be refunded to ratepayers on a per kilowatt hour basis.	Notter, Jeanine(R)[A-]2025
HB1594 01:48:43.090 - 10:44:49 AM	General Working Session	establishing a weight-based tiered registration fee schedule for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles.	Bridle, Nicholas(R)[C]2025
HB1655 02:03:43.090 - 10:59:49 AM	General Working Session	establishing a funding source for maintaining state owned dams.	Darby, Will(D)[CT]2025
HB1738 02:03:43.090 - 10:59:49 AM	General Working Session	relative to ratepayer benefits from the regional greenhouse gas initiative.	Harrington, Michael(R)[A]2025
HB1751 02:33:43.090 - 11:29:49 AM	General Working Session	relative to a start park public safety parking surcharge.	Bridle, Nicholas(R)[C]2025
HB1301 03:26:03.513 - 12:22:09 PM	Executive Session	increasing certain mooring fees and directing such funds to the cyanobacteria mitigation loan and grant fund.	MacDonald, John(R)[B+]2025
HB1655 03:29:00.000 - 12:25:06 PM	Executive Session	establishing a funding source for maintaining state owned dams.	Darby, Will(D)[CT]2025
HB1738 03:41:03.513 - 12:37:09 PM	Executive Session	relative to ratepayer benefits from the regional greenhouse gas initiative.	Harrington, Michael(R)[A]2025
HB1751 03:44:00.000 - 12:40:06 PM	Executive Session	relative to a start park public safety parking surcharge.	Bridle, Nicholas(R)[C]2025

HB1420 0889H: Representative Orrs, Merrimack 13, Pittsfield, and Chichester Information Only00:07:53.709 - 9:03:59 AM; Representative Orrs delivers a personal apology tour story from his childhood, drawing parallels to the movie 'A Christmas Story,' explaining his background with profanity and rough upbringing. He apologizes for slipping a word recently, asserts his self-defense capabilities without needing weapons, and notes that such language has been heard in the Statehouse before.
HB1420 0889H: Representative Malloy Support00:07:53.709 - 9:03:59 AM; Representative Malloy introduces the work session on HB 1420, explaining that the amendment completely replaces the original bill. It resulted from subcommittee work with Representatives Tierney, Ulm, Schamberg, and Opel to make it understandable and meet criteria for qualifying businesses and media organizations. Inspired by similar efforts in Kansas and Illinois, it aims to support local news through advertising credits.
HB1420 0889H: Representative Ulm Support00:07:53.709 - 9:03:59 AM; Representative Ulm thanks the chairman for leading the subcommittee, praises the streamlining of procedures to support local media affected by social media's rise. Emphasizes the decline of local newspapers due to lost advertising revenue to out-of-state platforms like Facebook and YouTube, which do not provide local coverage of town meetings and budgets. The bill seeks to recover this revenue for local journalism.
HB1420 0889H: Representative Opal Support00:07:53.709 - 9:03:59 AM; Representative Opal notes the national decline in local coverage, increasing susceptibility to misinformation. Highlights economic benefits for both print and broadcast media providing local content, as discussed with the Broadcasters Association. Hopes for an ought to pass with amendment recommendation.
HB1420 0889H: Representative Ulrey Oppose00:22:53.709 - 9:18:59 AM; Representative Ulrey argues against government intervention in the free market, comparing it to hypothetically subsidizing whips in Amesbury. Believes tax breaks favor one industry unfairly, and advancements in AI and electronic media make verification easy. Government's role is to help everyone, not specific industries; suggests applying to all advertising instead.
HB1420 0889H: Representative Opal Support00:22:53.709 - 9:18:59 AM; Representative Opal counters that government supports public goods like education and infrastructure. Local news provides essential state-specific information not covered by national media. Acknowledges electronic media proliferation but notes much is unreliable. Tax breaks incentivize public good, and a three-year sunset allows testing effectiveness.
HB1420 0889H: Representative Ulrey Information Only00:22:53.709 - 9:18:59 AM; Representative Ulrey shares personal experience as a landlord shifting from local papers to electronic ads for ease, questioning if the tide can be turned despite valuing local media.
HB1420 0889H: Representative Ulm Support00:22:53.709 - 9:18:59 AM; Representative Ulm reiterates the three-year sunset as a way to test if the incentive works, describing it as a modest, limited experiment.
HB1420 0889H: Representative Sparr Oppose00:22:53.709 - 9:18:59 AM; Representative Sparr appreciates the Luddite perspective, arguing news access is shifting, not lost, via listservs and adaptations. Questions subsidizing specific sources out of nostalgia; if they can't stand alone, alternatives exist. Local news benefits persist in new forms.
HB1420 0889H: Representative Schamberg Support00:22:53.709 - 9:18:59 AM; Representative Schamberg highlights challenges in finding local government meeting info without centralized local media. Advertising costs are subsidized anyway through product prices; prefers supporting verifiable local news over unchallengeable social media.
HB1420 0889H: Representative Cole Information Only00:22:53.709 - 9:18:59 AM; Representative Cole questions the $2,500 cap per news organization and $2.5 million aggregate, asking if there are 1,000 outlets. Seeks clarification on research.
HB1420 0889H: Representative Malloy Information Only00:22:53.709 - 9:18:59 AM; Representative Malloy explains the caps are maximum credits; no specific calculation tied to number of outlets or advertisers. Numbers chosen for modest investment and broad participation.
HB1420 0889H: Representative Ulm Information Only00:22:53.709 - 9:18:59 AM; Representative Ulm clarifies the tax credit is per advertisement, not per outlet, allowing multiple advertisers to claim credits.
HB1420 0889H: Representative Cole Information Only00:22:53.709 - 9:18:59 AM; Representative Cole inquires about the three-year sunset provision in the amendment.
HB1420 0889H: Representative Malloy Support00:22:53.709 - 9:18:59 AM; Representative Malloy notes the intention for a three-year limit, supported by the subcommittee, though it may need addition.
HB1420 0889H: Chairman Information Only00:22:53.709 - 9:18:59 AM; The Chairman notes the need to advance HB 1420 and 1648 this week due to deadlines and potential snow.
HB1420 0889H: Representative Schamberg Support00:37:53.709 - 9:33:59 AM; Representative Schamberg suggests passing to the Senate for further deliberation, including adding limits, to advance the concept.
HB1420 0889H: Chairman Information Only00:37:53.709 - 9:33:59 AM; The Chairman clarifies the process goes through the full House first.
HB1420 0889H: Representative Ulrey Oppose00:37:53.709 - 9:33:59 AM; Representative Ulrey argues against sending an incomplete bill to the House, suggesting more work to refine it.
HB1420 0889H: Chairman Information Only00:37:53.709 - 9:33:59 AM; The Chairman agrees odds of OTPA in full House are slim, recommends IS. Suggests drafting new legislation in September for next biennium.
HB1420 0889H: Representative Ulm Support00:37:53.709 - 9:33:59 AM; Representative Ulm notes IS recommendation can influence future legislature positively.
HB1420 0889H: Representative Malloy Support00:37:53.709 - 9:33:59 AM; Representative Malloy moves ought to pass as amended with amendment 0889H, describing the bill's provisions for tax credit, tobacco stamp rate increase, and appropriation for DRA software.
HB1420 0889H: Representative Schamberg Information Only00:37:53.709 - 9:33:59 AM; Representative Schamberg clarifies his speech indicated a complete bill, but new questions arose.
HB1420 0889H: Clerk Vote00:37:53.709 - 9:33:59 AM; Roll call vote on interim study for HB 1420: 14 aye (Ulrey, Soti, Cole, Breyer, Ford, Murphy, Almy, Southworth, Malloy, Schamberg no, Bolton, Elberger no, Bay, Opal no, Sparr, Chairman), 3 nay, 2 absent. Motion passes 14-3.
HB1420 0889H: Representative Almy Information Only00:37:53.709 - 9:33:59 AM; Representative Almy will write the majority report; goes on consent calendar with no objections.
HB1420 0889H: Representative Malloy Information Only00:52:53.709 - 9:48:59 AM; Later, procedural discussion on minority report; suggests floor amendment for drafting error (missing three-year sunset).
HB1420 0889H: Representative Opal Support00:52:53.709 - 9:48:59 AM; Representative Opal requests opportunity for minority report to explain nay votes as support for OTP, not opposition to bill.
HB1420 0889H: Representative Almy Support00:52:53.709 - 9:48:59 AM; Representative Almy moves reconsideration to allow minority report inclusion.
HB1420 0889H: Committee Vote00:52:53.709 - 9:48:59 AM; Reconsideration vote 17-0 passes. Motion for interim study renewed, roll call to follow.
HB1648: Representative Olney Information Only00:52:53.709 - 9:48:59 AM; Representative Olney describes the subcommittee meeting reviewing HB 1648 with other bills (1787, 1800), recommending interim study to address mechanisms and difficulties together in fall/summer for next year.
HB1648: Representative Olney Support00:52:53.709 - 9:48:59 AM; Representative Olney moves interim study for HB 1648, noting impediments addressable in study with related bills.
HB1648: Clerk Vote00:52:53.709 - 9:48:59 AM; Roll call vote on interim study for HB 1648: 17 aye (all present), 0 nay, 2 absent. Motion passes 17-0.
HB1648: Representative Almy Information Only00:52:53.709 - 9:48:59 AM; Representative Almy will write the majority report; goes on consent calendar.
HB1420: Committee Clerk Vote01:03:43.090 - 9:59:49 AM; The clerk calls the roll for the vote on interim study for House Bill 1420.
HB1420: Representative Ulry Vote01:03:43.090 - 9:59:49 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB1420: Representative Soti Vote01:03:43.090 - 9:59:49 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB1420: Representative Stephen Smith Vote01:03:43.090 - 9:59:49 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB1420: Representative Cole Vote01:03:43.090 - 9:59:49 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB1420: Representative Breyer Vote01:03:43.090 - 9:59:49 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB1420: Representative Mary Ford Vote01:03:43.090 - 9:59:49 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB1420: Representative Mary Murphy Vote01:03:43.090 - 9:59:49 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB1420: Representative Almy Vote01:03:43.090 - 9:59:49 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB1420: Representative Southworth Vote01:03:43.090 - 9:59:49 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB1420: Representative Malloy Vote01:03:43.090 - 9:59:49 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB1420: Representative Schanberg Vote01:03:43.090 - 9:59:49 AM; Votes no on interim study.
HB1420: Representative Bolton Vote01:03:43.090 - 9:59:49 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB1420: Representative Elberger Vote01:03:43.090 - 9:59:49 AM; Votes no on interim study.
HB1420: Representative Bay Vote01:03:43.090 - 9:59:49 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB1420: Representative Opal Vote01:03:43.090 - 9:59:49 AM; Votes nay on interim study.
HB1420: Representative Sparr Vote01:03:43.090 - 9:59:49 AM; Votes yes on interim study.
HB1420: Chairman Janiagian Vote01:03:43.090 - 9:59:49 AM; Votes yes on interim study. The vote passes 15 yeas to 3 nays with 1 absent. Minority report to be written by Representative Schanberg.
HB1301: Representative Murphy Information Only01:03:43.090 - 9:59:49 AM; Provides background on the bill, noting the fund for cyanobacteria mitigation is nearly depleted and fees unchanged since the 1980s. Emphasizes prevention is cheaper than cleanup.
HB1301: Representative Schanberg Information Only01:03:43.090 - 9:59:49 AM; Asks if the bill applies to small ponds and lakes like Tannery Pond in Wilmot.
HB1301: Representative Mary Ford Support01:03:43.090 - 9:59:49 AM; Supports the bill based on personal experience with cyanobacteria on her small lake, describing severe impacts and the importance of early intervention.
HB1301: Amy Simogula, DES Information Only01:03:43.090 - 9:59:49 AM; Introduces herself as chief aquatic biologist at DES, coordinates cyanobacteria monitoring and grant programs. Confirms the bill applies to water bodies over 10 acres, including rivers.
HB1301: Representative Elmy Information Only01:18:43.090 - 10:14:49 AM; Asks about congregate mooring fields and differences from non-congregate.
HB1301: Captain Tim Dunleavy, DES Information Only01:18:43.090 - 10:14:49 AM; Explains types of moorings: individual (private, up to 4), congregate (5+ for associations, requires governor and council approval), public (for transients). Notes fees apply to congregate and public. Lists lakes requiring permits: Winnipesaukee, Winnisquam, Squam, Newfound, Sunapee, Bow Lake, Pleasant Lake in Northwood. States individual fees set in 1988, congregate increased in early 2000s from $25 to $50. Compares to seacoast moorings starting at $200.
HB1542 0939H: Representative Ellering Information Only01:18:43.090 - 10:14:49 AM; Offers amendment 0939H and asks Representative Nader to explain.
HB1542 0939H: Representative Nader Support01:18:43.090 - 10:14:49 AM; Explains amendment fixes language to preserve Office of Energy Innovation. Describes bill mimicking RGGI by refunding to ratepayers, preventing raiding of funds. Notes small savings per ratepayer (around 48 cents overall). Argues against subsidies as redistribution, emphasizes chipping away at costs.
HB1542 0939H: Representative Elmi Oppose01:18:43.090 - 10:14:49 AM; Questions how the bill removes renewable energy from the fund while keeping the name. Argues it hinders affordable alternative energy access.
HB1542 0939H: Representative Elberger Oppose01:18:43.090 - 10:14:49 AM; Echoes concerns, notes NH lacks fossil fuels, making renewables safer and local.
HB1542 0939H: Representative Schimberg Information Only01:18:43.090 - 10:14:49 AM; Questions average income for solar adopters ($115k vs. median $63k), suggesting subsidies unnecessary for committed users.
HB1542 0939H: Representative Murphy Support01:18:43.090 - 10:14:49 AM; Highlights geothermal growth, notes international solar adoption, argues for consumer access to cheaper alternatives amid limited pipelines.
HB1542 0939H: Representative Ollie Information Only01:33:43.090 - 10:29:49 AM; Notes bill saves $6.7M/year, eliminates 9 positions saving $1.5-2M. Seeks confirmation.
HB1542 0939H: Representative Notter Information Only01:33:43.090 - 10:29:49 AM; Points out fossil fuel subsidies ($34.8B federally) vs. green energy in NH.
HB1542 0939H: Meg Stone, DOE Information Only01:33:43.090 - 10:29:49 AM; Neutral on bill. Explains DOE role in RPS and REF. Notes HB2 changes, current grants and 9 positions. Details sections' effects, potential $5-5.5M lapse prevented. Provides estimate of $3.90/month per ratepayer.
HB1542 0939H: Representative Schamberg Information Only01:33:43.090 - 10:29:49 AM; Calculates savings at $0.65/month on 1,000 kWh, seeks confirmation.
HB1542 0939H: Representative Opel Information Only01:33:43.090 - 10:29:49 AM; Confirms no oil fields in NH, presence of renewable companies. Asks about BPT impact if renewables hindered.
HB1542 0939H: Representative Nader Support01:48:43.090 - 10:44:49 AM; Clarifies bill doesn't zero out payments, mimics RGGI, companies survive without subsidies.
HB1542 0939H: Ms. Stone Information Only01:48:43.090 - 10:44:49 AM; Confirms original fiscal note from DOE, no update for amendment.
HB1542 0939H: Representative Schamberg Information Only01:48:43.090 - 10:44:49 AM; Notes revenue neutral per fiscal note.
HB1542 0939H: Representative Opel Information Only01:48:43.090 - 10:44:49 AM; Requests fiscal note details, notes discrepancy between introduced and amended bill.
HB1594: Representative Breyer Information Only01:48:43.090 - 10:44:49 AM; Notes current EV registrations (11-12k) generate $1.1M, tiered system likely revenue neutral for 3,000-8,000 lb vehicles at $100.
HB1594: Jennifer O'Leary, DMV Information Only01:48:43.090 - 10:44:49 AM; Confirms bill targets fairness for smaller vehicles like electric mopeds vs. larger ones. Agrees appears revenue neutral.
HB1594: Representative Elmy Support02:03:43.090 - 10:59:49 AM; Views as good compromise, few EVs over 8,000 lbs currently.
HB1594: Representative Breyer Information Only02:03:43.090 - 10:59:49 AM; Explains historical $50 hybrid fee for plug-ins not paying full fuel tax, $100 EV fee based on average road toll calculation.
HB1594: Representative Elmi Information Only02:03:43.090 - 10:59:49 AM; Notes non-plug-in hybrids also efficient, lost revenue from better mileage not recouped.
HB1594: Chairman Information Only02:03:43.090 - 10:59:49 AM; Confirms bill doesn't substantially change state revenue.
HB1655: Chairman Oppose02:03:43.090 - 10:59:49 AM; Opposes bill for unfairly taxing abutting properties while others benefit. Notes HB 629 in finance raises $500k via boat fees, better approach though more funding needed.
HB1655: Representative Elmy Information Only02:03:43.090 - 10:59:49 AM; Cites HB 629 fiscal note: $267k in 2027, $535k in 2028, indeterminate expenditures. Highlights historical underfunding, risks of dam failure.
HB1655: Representative Southworth Support02:03:43.090 - 10:59:49 AM; Acknowledges maintenance backlog, urgency to avoid major expenses or loss of life.
HB1655: Co-sponsor (unspecified) Support02:03:43.090 - 10:59:49 AM; Emphasizes urgency as preventative medicine for state obligation, prevents huge future costs.
HB1655: Chairman Information Only02:03:43.090 - 10:59:49 AM; Agrees more funding needed but questions method's fairness, benefits to downstream and visitors.
HB1738: Crochet, LBAO Information Only02:03:43.090 - 10:59:49 AM; Clarifies fiscal notes prepared by LBAO using agency info, not agency-authored.
HB1738: Committee Staff (Fiscal Note Discussion) Information Only02:18:43.090 - 11:14:49 AM; The staff discusses scheduling a fiscal note for Wednesday on the bill as amended by the House, clarifying it won't reflect the new amendment introduced today by Representative O'Leary. They explain the process for fiscal notes on amendments, which requires adoption by the full body and can take 5-10 days for analysis. They note that formal fiscal notes are prepared post-adoption, and agencies can provide input during testimony.
HB1738: Representative (Unnamed, questioning fiscal process) Information Only02:20:00.000 - 11:16:06 AM; The representative expresses concern about adopting an amendment without fiscal implications, calling it 'voting for a pig in a poke' and questioning how to inform constituents. They suggest having the agency testify on potential changes to the fiscal note.
HB1738: Representative Southworth Information Only02:22:00.000 - 11:18:06 AM; Representative Southworth notes that the House often votes on amendments without fiscal notes, and they proceed to finance committee.
HB1738: Representative Almy Information Only02:24:00.000 - 11:20:06 AM; Representative Almy asks about fiscal notes after amendments are adopted on the floor, and the staff confirms they review all adopted amendments for fiscal impact.
HB1738: Bob Scott, Commissioner, Department of Environmental Services (with Craig Wright) Support02:26:00.000 - 11:22:06 AM; Bob Scott explains that HB 1738 is a housekeeping bill to keep New Hampshire in the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI), which provides over $60 million annually rebated to ratepayers. He emphasizes the net financial benefit to ratepayers and the importance of staying in RGGI to avoid costs without benefits. He notes it's bipartisan and passed the House on consent.
HB1738: Representative Schamberg Information Only02:28:00.000 - 11:24:06 AM; Representative Schamberg questions the reduction in emissions targets on lines 27-30, the cost containment levels on page 2, and the projected decrease in revenues to $40 million by 2027. Scott explains the glide path adjustments, unchanged existing reserves with added market security, and that future revenues are based on economic modeling predicting lower allowance prices due to market forces.
HB1751: Colin Capell, Chief of Staff, Department of Natural and Cultural Resources (with Darian Messer) Information Only02:33:43.090 - 11:29:49 AM; Colin Capell introduces himself and Darian Messer as the expert. They discuss the bill's 5% surcharge on certain fees to offset municipal services. They clarify that the language may not match their fee structure; it likely applies only to metered or car parking fees at specific beaches like Hampton, not day-use or per-person fees at parks like Pawtuckaway. They note hiring local police for details but express concerns about implementing a 5% surcharge leading to non-whole dollar amounts, complicating cash transactions and potentially causing backups at toll booths.
HB1751: Representative (Unnamed, from Nottingham) Support02:35:00.000 - 11:31:06 AM; The representative likes the bill's concept but questions if Pawtuckaway's access fees would be subject to the surcharge, given the town's costs for fire and police services. They seek ways to expand it to day-use parks to address constituent complaints about property tax burdens.
HB1751: Darian Messer, Deputy Parks Supervisor Information Only02:36:00.000 - 11:32:06 AM; Messer confirms day-use fees like at Pawtuckaway are per-person and not included. She suggests adjusting fees to round numbers but notes potential revenue loss or public pushback. They highlight self-funding status and that every dollar matters, with concerns about coin shortages and traffic impacts.
HB1751: Representative (Unnamed) Information Only02:38:00.000 - 11:34:06 AM; The representative asks about other parks with metered parking, confirming only a few like Hampton and Rye would benefit, limiting the surcharge's scope.
HB1751: Representative Olm Information Only02:39:00.000 - 11:35:06 AM; Representative Olm raises issues with making change for surcharges in self-pay envelopes (iron rangers), noting it would complicate per-person or vehicle fees.
HB1751: Darian Messer (follow-up) Information Only02:40:00.000 - 11:36:06 AM; Messer elaborates on challenges with $15 fees becoming $15.75, suggesting fee adjustments to $14.25 (revenue loss) or $20 (potential backlash), equating loss to 20% of toilet paper costs.
HB1751: Representative Schamberg Information Only02:41:00.000 - 11:37:06 AM; Representative Schamberg asks the origin of the 5% figure, confirmed as from the bill sponsor, not the department.
HB1751: Representative (Unnamed, curiosity question) Information Only02:42:00.000 - 11:38:06 AM; The representative questions cash vs. electronic payments, noting Venmo or cards handle decimals easily. They ask about apps or QR codes for payment.
HB1751: Colin Capell / Darian Messer (response) Information Only02:43:00.000 - 11:39:06 AM; They confirm significant cash use, easy change now, but coins slow lines. Electronic payments exist via credit cards, but no in-moment digital apps due to connectivity issues; reservation system is pay-ahead.
HB1751: Chairman / Committee Oppose02:44:00.000 - 11:40:06 AM; The chairman calls for a straw poll on ITL motion, with several hands raised in support, leaning towards inexpedient to legislate due to workability issues.
HB1301: Representative Murphy Support03:26:03.513 - 12:22:09 PM; Representative Murphy moves for Ought to Pass (OTP) on HB 1301, reminding that it's the cyanobacteria bill addressing a depleting fund, discussed extensively in working session.
HB1301: Representative (Unnamed) Support03:27:00.000 - 12:23:06 PM; The representative supports, stating it strengthens lake protection by redirecting mooring revenue to a public health and environmental priority.
HB1301: Clerk / Committee Vote Vote03:28:00.000 - 12:24:06 PM; Roll call vote on OTP: 18-0 in favor, passes and goes on consent.
HB1655: Representative Ford Oppose03:29:00.000 - 12:25:06 PM; Representative Ford moves for Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL), arguing the fee on abutting property is unfair as the whole community benefits from the water bodies.
HB1655: Representative Malloy Support03:30:00.000 - 12:26:06 PM; Representative Malloy opposes ITL, emphasizing the big picture: dams prevent downstream flooding, maintain property values, and preserve recreational opportunities, urging societal good for New Hampshire's heritage.
HB1655: Representative Opal Information Only03:31:00.000 - 12:27:06 PM; Representative Opal prefers interim study, acknowledging the urgent 25-year issue but criticizing the funding source as ignoring statewide benefits; suggests deeper consideration.
HB1655: Representative Sparr Information Only03:32:00.000 - 12:28:06 PM; Representative Sparr agrees it's a big future problem, citing Goose Pond dam restoration costs ($7.5-8M, mostly ARPA funded), noting hundreds of dams need long-term financing; encourages bipartisan group and new bill next year.
HB1655: Representative Elmi Support03:33:00.000 - 12:29:06 PM; Representative Elmi opposes ITL, urging action on meaningful funding beyond minor bills.
HB1655: Representative Elberger Information Only03:34:00.000 - 12:30:06 PM; Representative Elberger asks how to ensure future attention to ITL or interim study bills, suggesting notes or reports for next session.
HB1655: Chairman / Staff Response Information Only03:35:00.000 - 12:31:06 PM; The chairman explains interim study reports in fall recommend or not for future legislation, with rationale; for ITL, encourage reintroduction.
HB1655: Clerk / Committee Vote Vote03:36:00.000 - 12:32:06 PM; Roll call vote on ITL: 18-0 in favor, passes.
HB1655: Representative Malloy (minority report) Support03:41:03.513 - 12:37:09 PM; Representative Malloy is assigned to write the minority report opposing ITL.
HB1738: Representative Murphy Support03:41:03.513 - 12:37:09 PM; Representative Murphy moves for Ought to Pass (OTP) on HB 1738.
HB1738: Representative (Unnamed) Support03:42:22.438 - 12:38:28 PM; A representative comments that the bill adds guardrails to protect ratepayers from price spikes.
HB1738: Clerk / Committee Vote Vote03:43:00.000 - 12:39:06 PM; Roll call vote on OTP: 18-0 in favor (one absent), passes and goes on consent.
HB1751: Representative Breyer Oppose03:44:00.000 - 12:40:06 PM; Representative Breyer moves for Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL), noting the bill only addresses metered/kiosk parking, not all state parks, making implementation unfeasible currently.
HB1751: Representative (Unnamed) Information Only03:45:00.000 - 12:41:06 PM; A representative questions Breyer on burdens from long-term campers at parks like Pawtuckaway, including noise and law enforcement calls.
HB1751: Representative Breyer (response) Oppose03:46:00.000 - 12:42:06 PM; Breyer confirms issues with rowdy campers requiring local enforcement.
HB1751: Clerk / Committee Vote Vote03:47:00.000 - 12:43:06 PM; Roll call vote on ITL: 18-0 in favor, passes and goes on consent.

Janigian, John(Chairman)(R)[B+]2025	Ohm, Bill(Clerk)(R)[B+]2025	Ulery, Jordan(V Chairman)(R)[A-]2025
Almy, Susan(D)[F]2025	Oppel, Thomas(D)[F]2025	Smith, Steven(R)[B]2025
Malloy, Dennis(D)[CT]2025	Schamberg, Thomas(D)[CT]2025	Southworth, Thomas(D)[F]2025
Tierney, James(R)[B]2025	Cole, Brian(R)[A-]2025	Bolton, Bill(D)[F]2025
Elberger, Susan(D)[F]2025	Smith, Geoffrey(D)[D-]2025	Soti, Julius(R)[A+]2025
Spahr, Terry(D)[D-]2025	Bryer, Scott(R)[B]2025	Murphy, Mary(R)[B+]2025
Ford, Mary(R)[B+]2025