HB246 Directing the state conservation committee to implement the conservation district climate resilience grant program and making an appropriation therefor.
Directing the state conservation committee to implement the conservation district climate resilience grant program and making an appropriation therefor.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Mixed
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
Climate resilience grants help communities avoid costly damage from flooding, erosion, and extreme weather events.
Your Community
Directly funds community adaptation to climate impacts including flood mitigation, soil conservation, and water management.
Your Freedom
Voluntary grant program with no restrictions on individual freedom.
Status
Pending Motion OT3rdg; 03/12/2026; Senate Journal 6
Sponsor
Judy Aron (R)
The Short Version
Creates a climate resilience grant program through conservation districts, with state funding to help communities adapt to flooding, droughts, and other climate impacts. Passed Senate and pending final reading.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Communities vulnerable to flooding and climate impacts
- ▲ Farmers
- ▲ Conservation districts
- ▲ Property owners in flood-prone areas
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Taxpayers funding the appropriation
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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