Committee Summary for Senate Rules and Enrolled Bills (01/15/2026)

Bill/Time	Type	Title	Sponsor
Unclear 00:04:35.840 - 8:01:01 AM	General Working Session	Unclear

Unclear: Senator Carson Information Only00:04:35.840 - 8:01:01 AM; Senator Carson introduces two late bills. The first revives a failed risk pools bill from last year using the Senate-approved version for familiarity. The second proposes a Senate version of House Bill 1815 on education financing, stemming from the Conval decision, developed by a governor's working group to foster discussion on education funding.
Unclear: Senator Perkins Poker Information Only00:08:19.840 - 8:04:45 AM; Senator Perkins Poker introduces two late bills requested by constituents. The first revisits last year's SB87 to allow serving cocktails in certain barber shop environments, likely aligning with the Senate position. The second addresses AI challenges for businesses, proposing consumer protection at the DOJ to enforce against inappropriate AI use.
Unclear: Senator Rosenwald Information Only00:11:03.680 - 8:07:29 AM; Senator Rosenwald seeks approval for a bill providing a small general fund appropriation to mitigate significant reimbursement rate cuts for 34 nursing homes effective January 1st, affecting nonprofits and county homes, which could lead to closures and hospital backups. It also convenes a work group to review rate-setting methodology by year-end.
Unclear: Senator Rashardi Information Only00:12:44.959 - 8:09:10 AM; Senator Rashardi introduces a bill requiring pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) to disclose lower drug prices, discounts, coupons, and options to bypass insurance at the point of sale. This addresses PBM practices that withhold information to profit from rebates and fees, harming consumers and violating antitrust and consumer protection laws, aiming to restore competition and reduce healthcare costs.
Unclear: Senator Lang Information Only00:17:04.640 - 8:13:30 AM; Senator Lang introduces a bill for mandatory refunds by DRA for business tax overpayments exceeding liability thresholds, proposing a tiered reduction every biennium (from 500% to 450%, then 400%) to stabilize state revenues and cash flows. He notes it builds on prior legislation and has already triggered initial refunds.
Unclear: Senator Lang Information Only00:18:11.520 - 8:14:37 AM; Senator Lang proposes allowing counties to opt for biennial budgets via voter approval on the ballot, aligning with state budget cycles to even workload for delegations and reduce administrative burdens from annual budgeting. The county commissioners would decide ballot inclusion; the Associated Counties of New Hampshire have no objection.
Unclear: Senator Lang Information Only00:20:07.280 - 8:16:33 AM; Senator Lang requests a study committee on the Winnipesaukee River Basin water project ownership, currently state-owned, affecting Lakes Region communities' sewer and water rates and reserve funds. Communities seek discussion on potential management changes; he withdraws to amend into another bill.
Unclear: Senator Pearl Information Only00:21:50.000 - 8:18:16 AM; Senator Howard Pearl requests a bill to appropriate funds for the Northwood Meadows Dam project, as prior funding lapsed unintentionally after engineering was completed by the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. He suggests tabling if funds are tight until later in the cycle.
Unclear: Senator Sullivan Information Only00:23:47.120 - 8:20:13 AM; Senator Sullivan proposes incentives for businesses to provide in-house child care and 'mother's/parent's hours' (around school times, e.g., 9-3) with tax breaks on insurance for part-time positions. This addresses workforce concerns in biotech and supports families amid economic pressures, promoting a family-friendly state.
Unclear: Senator McCue Information Only00:26:50.480 - 8:23:16 AM; Senator McCue introduces a bill to extend assault protections under SB 59 to emergency room staff, as requested by emergency medical providers. The second bill facilitates digital validation of professional licenses for veterans and spouses moving to New Hampshire, reviving a prior bill with amendments not accepted last session.
Unclear: Senator Murphy Information Only00:28:00.000 - 8:24:26 AM; Senator Murphy proposes changes to the New Hampshire disability system based on recent investigative articles revealing abuse and neglect. The bill enhances reporting and alters the composition of the Incapacitated and Vulnerable Adult Fatality Review Committee to better protect the disabled community.
Unclear: Senator Murphy Information Only00:29:02.640 - 8:25:28 AM; Senator Murphy addresses scarce Medicaid dollars and struggling healthcare facilities, proposing oversight on hospital executive compensation (e.g., high salaries and bonuses) during layoffs, ensuring public funds are not misused amid financial difficulties.
Unclear: Senator Waters Information Only00:32:24.720 - 8:28:50 AM; Senator Waters requests a bill to create the New Hampshire Safe and Resilient Schools Advisory Council, involving partners like ABLE NH, NAMI, police, education, and parents to train teachers on classroom management for neurodivergent students and those with mental health issues, building on existing programs.
Unclear: Senator Waters Information Only00:33:22.640 - 8:29:48 AM; Senator Waters proposes authorizing a historical marker for the Youth Development Center under DOT and state historical provisions, acknowledging its location on Route 3, age, government function, and the experiences of former students, as the site is soon to be sold.
Unclear: Senator Rearen Information Only00:34:25.679 - 8:30:51 AM; Senator Tara Rearen requests a study committee at the NH Liquor Commission's request to examine herbal tinctures with high alcohol content, following a cease-and-desist to constituents. It would include licensing, testing, inspections, auditing, expert testimony from DHS, and address federal laws and age restrictions; she withdraws to attach to another bill.
Unclear: Senator Long Information Only00:38:48.320 - 8:35:14 AM; Senator Pat Long requests a study committee on health insurance practices, policies, premiums, and management to study mandates and ensure consistency in future legislation. The committee suggests attaching to another bill; it does not move forward as a standalone.
Unclear: Pete Mulvy for Senator Fenton Information Only00:41:10.480 - 8:37:36 AM; Pete Mulvy requests a study commission on AI's impacts on commercial and political activity, noting its rapid adoption. The committee suggests attaching to Senator Perkins Poker's AI bill; it is withdrawn.
Unclear: Pete Mulvy for Senator Alchiller Information Only00:43:00.880 - 8:39:26 AM; Pete Mulvy requests a bill for transparency and reporting of healthcare transactions (mergers/acquisitions by private equity/for-profit firms) to the DOJ Consumer Protection Bureau, to assess effects on closures, quality, and access. The committee approves and suggests attaching Senator Long's study.
Unclear: Grant Bosi for Senator Innis Information Only00:44:03.200 - 8:40:29 AM; Grant Bosi introduces a bill to replace partisan primaries with an open primary, allowing top two candidates to advance, promoting less partisanship and independent voter participation, similar to other states and NH cities. It does not move forward due to timing for 2026 elections.
Unclear: Grant Bosi for Senator Innis Information Only00:45:05.359 - 8:41:31 AM; Grant Bosi proposes allowing professional employer organizations or client companies to provide workers' compensation insurance flexibly, while still requiring it, to benefit small businesses.
Unclear: Grant Bosi for Secretary of State Information Only00:46:14.480 - 8:42:40 AM; Grant Bosi requests clarification on language for free non-driver's IDs for voting purposes, specifying allowable uses; the Secretary of State's office can address policy questions at public hearing.

Avard, Kevin(Chairman)(R)[B]2025	Carson, Sharon(V Chairman)(R)[B]2025	Ward, Ruth(R)[B-]2025
Perkins Kwoka, Rebecca(D)[F]2025	Rosenwald, Cindy(D)[F]2025