HB1440 Relative to properties enrolled in carbon sequestration programs.
Relative to properties enrolled in carbon sequestration programs.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Mixed
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
Could have created financial incentives for landowners to participate in carbon programs.
Your Community
Carbon sequestration programs help combat climate change and preserve NH forests.
Your Freedom
Voluntary program participation; no impact on individual freedoms.
Status
Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 02/05/2026 House Journal 3 P. 19
Sponsor
Mike Ouellet (R)
The Short Version
Would have addressed how properties enrolled in carbon sequestration programs are treated, likely for tax or land use purposes. Killed via ITL voice vote. Carbon sequestration involves preserving forests and land to absorb CO2.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Landowners in carbon sequestration programs
- ▲ Climate change mitigation efforts
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Potential property tax revenue shifts
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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