Six House-passed bills moved from inactive to active status in the Senate on Thursday, spanning education transparency, water safety, and candidate filing deadlines. No bills were signed into law or killed.
On the Move
These bills shifted to active status in the Senate, meaning they are now in play for committee action or floor votes.
Education
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HB 1514 — Requires the Department of Education and Department of Revenue Administration to send school compliance and financial reports directly to local school and school board authorities. School leaders would receive state-level financial data without having to request it.
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HB 1537 — Allows high-resolution cameras on school buses to identify drivers who illegally pass a stopped bus with its stop-arm extended. The bill is assigned to the Senate Transportation Committee.
Environment
- HB 1089 — Extends the authority of the NH Department of Environmental Services to evaluate and mitigate contamination risks for new community water systems, covering threats such as PFAS and other emerging contaminants.
Agriculture
- HB 1780 — Increases penalties for violations of state regulations governing the sale of seeds, plants, and nursery stock, strengthening enforcement against non-compliant or fraudulent agricultural products.
Elections and Government
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HB 1381 — Extends the deadline for candidates to file for party nominations, giving prospective candidates additional time to enter a race. A committee amendment passed 4-0 before the bill advanced.
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HB 1097 — Would require a vote of the legislature before any state historical marker can be amended or permanently removed. Decisions currently rest with the Division of Historical Resources.
No roll call votes were recorded for these status changes, and no new bills were introduced Thursday.
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