HB1768 Exempting honorably discharged New Hampshire veterans from metered parking fees at state parks upon presenting acceptable proof of status and raising the value of individual gifts and donations that may be received by the division of parks and recreation without the approval of the governor or the executive council.
Exempting honorably discharged New Hampshire veterans from metered parking fees at state parks upon presenting acceptable proof of status and raising the value of individual gifts and donations that may be received by the division of parks and recreation without the approval of the governor or the executive council.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Mixed
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
Free state park parking for veterans provides a tangible benefit; streamlined donation acceptance helps parks receive private support.
Your Community
Recognizes veteran service with a meaningful benefit and helps state parks accept community support more efficiently.
Your Freedom
No direct impact on individual freedoms; a veteran recognition and parks administration measure.
Status
House Non-Concurs with Senate Amendment 2026-1745s (Rep. Harb): Motion Adopted Voice Vote 05/21/2026 House Journal 14
Sponsor
Nicholas Bridle (R)
The Short Version
Exempts honorably discharged NH veterans from state park parking fees and raises the threshold for parks to accept gifts/donations without executive council approval. Passed Senate, referred to Finance.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Honorably discharged NH veterans
- ▲ State parks receiving donations
- ▲ Park visitors benefiting from donated improvements
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ State park revenue from reduced parking fees
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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