HB1398 Establishing a committee to study the resources available for response to air quality incidents across the state.
Establishing a committee to study the resources available for response to air quality incidents across the state.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Concerning
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
Minimal cost for a study committee; better air quality response could reduce healthcare costs.
Your Community
Air quality incidents affect public health, particularly for vulnerable populations like children, elderly, and those with respiratory conditions.
Your Freedom
No direct freedom impact.
Status
Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 03/05/2026 House Journal 6 P. 35
Sponsor
Megan Murray (D)
The Short Version
Would have created a study committee to examine air quality incident response resources across NH. The bill was killed despite growing concerns about wildfire smoke, industrial emissions, and other air quality threats.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Residents in areas prone to air quality incidents
- ▲ Vulnerable populations
- ▲ Public health advocates
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Minimal - study committee costs only
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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