relative to state park fee discounts for state residents.

SB 511 requires New Hampshire state parks to charge residents no more than 50% of the entry fee charged to non-residents, effective April 2027. It allows separate fee schedules for specific park services (like camping, boat rentals, or parking), where residents pay no more than 90% of non-resident rates for those services. The bill also permits discounted or waived fees for veterans and school/student groups. Residency verification will use state IDs, utility bills, or vehicle registrations. This policy directly affects all park visitors, with potential revenue impacts for the State Park Fund estimated between a $1.5 million decrease and $2 million increase annually.