Committee Summary for Senate Executive Departments and Administration (03/18/2026)

Bill/Time	Type	Title	Sponsor
HB1019 00:02:12.068 - 8:00:58 AM	Public Hearing	relative to the composition of the state water well board.	Petrigno, Peter(D)[F]2025
HB1019 00:10:00.000 - 8:08:46 AM	Executive Session	relative to the composition of the state water well board.	Petrigno, Peter(D)[F]2025
HB1259 00:11:35.610 - 8:10:21 AM	Public Hearing	relative to the issuance of certificates as a certified public accountant.	Johnson, Erik(D)[F]2025
HB1204 00:20:00.000 - 8:18:46 AM	Public Hearing	relative to the grading and use of timber grown in New Hampshire.	Davis, Arnold(R)[B+]2025
HB1037 00:35:00.000 - 8:33:46 AM	Public Hearing	extending the commission to study OHRV use in New Hampshire and adding a member from the department of tourism.	Ouellet, Mike(R)[B]2025
HB1126 00:41:35.610 - 8:40:21 AM	Public Hearing	repealing the certification requirement to perform residential mold assessments.	Slottje, Jeremy(R)[A+]2025
CACR13 01:11:35.610 - 9:10:21 AM	Public Hearing	relating to registers of probate. Providing that the office of register of probate and all references to such office be eliminated.	Mannion, Dennis(R)[B+]2025
SB570 2026-1220s - 9:10:21 AM	Executive Session	relative to the legislative ethics committee and legislative ethics.	Carson, Sharon(R)[B]2025
CACR13 - 9:10:21 AM	Executive Session	relating to registers of probate. Providing that the office of register of probate and all references to such office be eliminated.	Mannion, Dennis(R)[B+]2025
HB1030 2026-1198s 01:26:35.610 - 9:25:21 AM	Executive Session	relative to licensed practical nurse scope of practice.	McGuire, Carol(R)[A+]2025

HB1019: Representative Allison Knabb, Rockingham 12, Stratham Support00:02:12.068 - 8:00:58 AM; Representative Knabb introduced HB 1019, explaining its origin from adding a water treatment specialist to the well water board, but after input from DES and the board chair, it was revised to remove the state geologist from the board instead, as the geologist's role is minimal and the DES commissioner already represents the department.
HB1019: Stephen Roy, NH Department of Environmental Services Drinking Water Bureau Support00:05:30.000 - 8:04:16 AM; Stephen Roy from DES supported the bill to remove the state geologist from the Water Well Board, reducing it to six members. He explained the board's primary role in licensing drillers and pump installers, noting that ties result in no action passing, and decisions are typically straightforward based on rules without much disagreement.
HB1019: Committee Discussion Vote00:10:00.000 - 8:08:46 AM; The committee discussed HB 1019, noting it removes the state geologist from the seven-member board to six at DES's request. Concerns about ties were addressed as the board mainly handles licensing without significant adjudicative issues. The bill passed unanimously on a motion to recommend Ought to Pass.
HB1259: Representative Eric Johnson, Strafford 11, Lee, Madbury, Dover Ward 4 Support00:11:35.610 - 8:10:21 AM; Representative Johnson introduced HB 1259, noting it incorporates most of SB 571, which passed the Senate, but adds mobility provisions allowing out-of-state licensed CPAs to practice in NH to address the CPA shortage. He offered to answer questions and mentioned support from the NH Society of CPAs.
HB1259: Kevin Kennedy, Chair, Tax and Legislation Committee, NH Society of CPAs Support00:13:00.000 - 8:11:46 AM; Kevin Kennedy supported the bill, highlighting its similarity to SB 571 and the need to address the CPA shortage nationwide. He explained the key difference is mobility, allowing out-of-state CPAs to practice in NH without relicensing, while maintaining guardrails for attestation services. He also noted a repeal of a foreign licensing section as recommended by OPLC, which doesn't impact the bill's goals.
HB1259: Robin Houston, CEO, NH Society of CPAs Support00:16:00.000 - 8:14:46 AM; Robin Houston expressed gratitude for the committee's work and confirmed the society's full support for the bill and its amendment, including mobility. She noted support from large and small CPA firms and provided copies of states adopting similar measures. She emphasized the bill's importance for businesses and taxpayers.
HB1204: Representative Ouellette Support00:20:00.000 - 8:18:46 AM; Representative Ouellette introduced HB 1204, which deals with lumber grading standards.
HB1204: Matt Mayberry, CEO, NH Home Builders Association Support00:26:35.610 - 8:25:21 AM; Matt Mayberry supported the bill, which they helped craft and is identical to Senator Rochefort's. It aims to treat NH lumber equivalently to Canadian SPF lumber based on latitude (around 43 degrees, near Tamworth and Madison), challenging the geopolitical grading line. This would allow architects and engineers to use NH lumber without alternative standards, saving jobs at northern mills like one in Coos County reduced to four days a week. It empowers consumers to choose and pushes for national change via the congressional delegation.
HB1204: Jason Stock, Executive Director, NH Timberland Owners Association Support00:30:00.000 - 8:28:46 AM; Jason Stock supported the narrowly focused bill, which recognizes SPF and SPFS lumber from NH-harvested and milled trees in the state building code. It allows options for stronger specifications and promotes basing strength on biology and latitude rather than borders. It gives NH mills, especially one in the north, an option to continue without forcing changes, while preventing misuse with southern pines.
HB1037: Representative Ouellette Information Only00:35:00.000 - 8:33:46 AM; Representative Ouellette introduced HB 1037 as a simple bill addressing growing pains from the 2021 explosion in OHRV and ATV riding, including issues with municipalities.
HB1126: Representative Jeremy Slosson, Hillsborough 13, Hudson Support00:41:35.610 - 8:40:21 AM; Representative Slosson introduced HB 1126 to remove the licensure requirement for mold inspectors, noting its narrow scope to residential mold inspection only. Research showed zero current holders via OPLC, making it a cleanup bill with no change to the current practical world. He addressed concerns about consumer protection, emphasizing the narrow scope and lack of current licensees, and was open to maintaining certification requirements from national bodies.
HB1126: Senator Altschuler Information Only00:45:00.000 - 8:43:46 AM; Senator Altschuler questioned the sponsor on potential issues without licensure, especially for historic homes on the seacoast where mold is prevalent, highlighting risks of uncertified operators causing damage.
HB1126: Matt Mayberry, CEO, NH Home Builders Association Oppose00:47:00.000 - 8:45:46 AM; Matt Mayberry opposed the bill, arguing it would create a 'wild west' where unqualified individuals could assess mold via Google or YouTube, undermining experts. He stressed the need for certified professionals recommended by home inspectors and urged ITL, noting opposition from the association and his real estate background.
HB1126: Nancy (OPLC or expert) Oppose00:50:00.000 - 8:48:46 AM; Nancy clarified that dozens hold national certifications accepted under RSA 310-A, often with other professional credentials. Removing the state license would eliminate oversight and training requirements, potentially allowing uncertified operations.
HB1126: Matt Information Only00:56:35.610 - 8:55:21 AM; Matt expresses concern about historic home preservation and mold issues, particularly in L-chip. He questions reliance on professionals' goodwill to maintain certification after potential repeal, noting costs involved. He references past discussions on air exchanges to prevent mold in tightly built homes, emphasizing the importance of moisture control.
HB1126: Deanna Juris, Executive Director, OPLC Information Only00:56:35.610 - 8:55:21 AM; Deanna Juris provides context on the unique statutory scheme for mold assessment and radon mitigation, requiring national certification without state-issued credentials. She explains exemptions for home inspectors, distinctions between assessment and remediation, and clarifies that the bill questions mandating national training. She addresses confusion between certification and licensure, noting state definitions under RSA 541A and 310, and compares to non-state credentials like CPR. She states OPLC does not issue licenses for these and is unaware of lender requirements for remediation.
CACR13: Senator Daryl Abbas, District 22 Support01:11:35.610 - 9:10:21 AM; Senator Abbas introduces CACR 13 on behalf of sponsor Representative Dennis Mannion, who is ill. He notes the position is extinct, wastes money with no active duties, and urges cleaning up the constitution. He plans to promote a yes vote.
CACR13: Donna Sytek, former Register of Probate, Salem Support01:11:35.610 - 9:10:21 AM; Donna Sytek thanks the sponsors and explains the historical role of the Register of Probate, which was stripped in 2011 court reorganization, leaving only a $100 salary title in the constitution. Past attempts to restore duties or amend failed; a 2022 ballot question got 62.8% but not two-thirds due to wording. This CACR clarifies the ballot question to eliminate the office, listing remaining elected officials, to finish 2011's work.
SB570 2026-1220s: Committee Chair Vote - 9:10:21 AM; The committee moves SB 570 ought to pass with amendment 2026-1220s, which replaces and clarifies recusal provisions for conflicts of interest, adding exceptions. Discussion notes input from Ethics Committee and Senator Rosenwald, resolving budget confusion. Amendment adopted by consent.
SB570 2026-1220s: Rich Lambert Information Only - 9:10:21 AM; Rich Lambert explains the amendment as clarifying language from the Ethics Committee, replacing bill sections while keeping paragraphs one and two intact, and laying out exceptions to recusal.
SB570 2026-1220s: Senator Riden Information Only - 9:10:21 AM; Senator Riden seeks clarification on the amendment replacing the bill with new language on recusals and exceptions, confirming it addresses prior confusion on budget and trailer bills.
CACR13: Senator McHugh Vote - 9:10:21 AM; Motion to ought to pass CACR 13, supported as sensible housekeeping to put before voters, based on prior testimony.
CACR13: Committee Vote - 9:10:21 AM; CACR 13 adopted ought to pass by consent.
HB1030 2026-1198s: Senator McHugh Support01:26:35.610 - 9:25:21 AM; Senator McHugh moves HB 1030 ought to pass with amendment 2026-1198s, a compromise from RN Nursing Association and Hospital Association. It removes 'focused nursing assessments' but adds language for assessments contributing to comprehensive health status, providing guardrails and employer cover. Notes potential limited change in practice but supports as reasonable.
HB1030 2026-1198s: Committee Vote01:26:35.610 - 9:25:21 AM; Amendment and bill adopted ought to pass by consent.

Pearl, Howard (Chairman)(R)[B]2025	McGough, Tim(V Chairman)(R)[B+]2025	Gannon, Bill(R)[B-]2025
Altschiller, Debra(D)[CT]2025	Reardon, Tara(D)[F]2025