HB1723 Requiring utilities and electric grid operators to assess and report the vulnerability of high-voltage transformers to geomagnetic and electromagnetic disturbances, and to recommend mitigation measures to protect the state electric infrastructure.
Requiring utilities and electric grid operators to assess and report the vulnerability of high-voltage transformers to geomagnetic and electromagnetic disturbances, and to recommend mitigation measures to protect the state electric infrastructure.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Mixed
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
Assessment costs are modest, and proactive infrastructure protection could prevent catastrophic outage costs down the line.
Your Community
Protecting the electric grid from geomagnetic disturbances is critical infrastructure security that protects all NH residents.
Your Freedom
No direct impact on individual freedoms; infrastructure security measure.
Status
House Concurs with Senate Amendment 2026-1811s and 2026-1307s (Rep. Vose): Motion Adopted DV 186-153 05/20/2026 House Journal 14
Sponsor
Rita Mattson (R)
The Short Version
Requires utilities to assess and report vulnerability of high-voltage transformers to geomagnetic storms and electromagnetic pulses, and recommend protections. Passed committee 4-0 on consent calendar.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ All NH residents dependent on electric grid
- ▲ Emergency services
- ▲ Hospitals and critical facilities
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Utilities bearing assessment and reporting costs
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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