Committee Summary for Senate Transportation (03/03/2026)

Ricciardi, Denise(Chairman)(R)[B]2025	McConkey, Mark(V Chairman)(R)[B]2025	Ward, Ruth(R)[B-]2025
Prentiss, Suzanne(D)[F]2025	Fenton, Donovan(D)[F]2025

Bill/Time	Type	Title	Sponsor
SB668 00:02:43.676 - 12:01:30 PM	Executive Session	authorizing a historic marker on a highway for the purpose of acknowledging the abuse of former residents of the youth development center.	Watters, David(D)[D-]2025

SB668: Senator McConkey Oppose00:02:43.676 - 12:01:30 PM; Senator McConkey explains the bill's intent to honor victims of the former Sununu Center but opposes it, stating that victims find it traumatizing and do not want the marker. She notes ongoing litigation and confirms with representatives that it's not desired.
SB668: Donna Susi, New Hampshire Association for Justice Oppose00:05:00.000 - 12:03:47 PM; Donna Susi testifies on behalf of the association, acknowledging the sponsor's good intentions but raising concerns about timeliness due to active litigation, which could prematurely make a statement before resolution. She also states that victims have mixed opinions with no consensus on the marker.
SB668: Senator Fenton Support00:07:00.000 - 12:05:47 PM; Senator Fenton supports the bill and opposes ITL, emphasizing the need to acknowledge the state's role in the tragedy, discuss history, and build bridges for amends. He notes the sponsor's consultations with victims and the importance of uncomfortable memorials to prevent burying history.
SB668: Senator Ward Oppose00:09:00.000 - 12:07:47 PM; Senator Ward opposes the bill, expressing discomfort with creating a memorial that constantly reminds victims of the trauma. She believes it's too soon with open wounds and suggests better ways to remember and prevent recurrence without a physical marker.