SB511 Relative to state park fee discounts for state residents.
Relative to state park fee discounts for state residents.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Mixed
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
Direct savings for NH families visiting state parks. Park fees can add up, especially for families who visit frequently during summer and fall seasons.
Your Community
Makes NH's natural recreation areas more accessible to residents, encouraging outdoor activity and family time while recognizing that residents support parks through taxes.
Your Freedom
Reduces cost barriers for NH residents to access public lands they help fund through state taxes.
Status
Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 04/23/2026 House Journal 11
Sponsor
Keith Murphy (R)
The Short Version
Creates or expands fee discounts for NH residents at state parks. NH residents currently pay the same fees as out-of-state visitors at many parks, and this would give residents preferential pricing.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ NH residents who visit state parks
- ▲ Families seeking affordable outdoor recreation
- ▲ Senior citizens and fixed-income residents
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ State park system losing some fee revenue
- ▼ Nonresidents paying relatively more
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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