Rep. Seth King

Maddy summaryHB 171 would temporarily pause the approval of new landfill permits across the state. This directly affects landfill developers, local governments issuing permits, and communities near proposed landfill sites. The bill's key provision is a moratorium on new permit issuance, halting all new landfill projects during the pause period. Currently, the bill was tabled as "Inexpedient to Legislate" by the committee in November 2025, meaning it is not moving forward.

Maddy summaryHB 707 requires the Department of Environmental Services to revise regulations governing new landfill proposals. This directly affects the state agency responsible for environmental oversight and developers planning to build new landfills. The bill mandates the department to update specific rules related to landfill approvals and environmental standards. The bill is currently recommended for passage by the committee with an amendment.

Maddy summarySB 227 is a procedural bill titled "relative to site setbacks for landfills," but the provided context does not specify its substantive policy changes, such as required setback distances or affected entities. The bill's legislative history shows it was referred to committee, debated, and later "laid on the table" without advancing to a vote on the merits. No details about specific mechanisms, affected landfills, or direct impacts are included in the available actions. Since the context lacks the bill's actual text or policy provisions, a substantive summary cannot be provided. For concrete details, consult the full bill text or official legislative resources.

Maddy summarySB 180 repeals the current designation of Coos County as a distressed place-based economy and requires the Department of Environmental Services to revise rules for new landfills. This bill directly affects local officials in Coos County and landfill operators by changing how landfill regulations are developed. The key mechanism is ending the existing economic designation system and mandating updated landfill rules. The bill does not create new taxes or funding but shifts regulatory oversight for landfills. (Note: This bill is pending further legislative action as of June 2025.)

Maddy summaryHR 13 is a New Hampshire legislative resolution opposing the permitting of a landfill adjacent to Forest Lake State Park in Dalton. The resolution formally expresses the legislature's stance based on the park's ecological significance (including its 397 acres, 200-foot beach, and role in recreational activities), its economic value to tourism (supporting $2.35 billion in visitor spending annually), and New Hampshire's commitment to protecting natural resources. It does not create new laws but urges state agencies to deny the landfill permit by citing the park's role in flood control, water quality, wildlife habitat, and the state's conservation mission. The resolution passed committee with a 14-0 vote and was approved by the full chamber.

Maddy summaryThis law requires the state Department of Revenue Administration to study how forest carbon credit programs might reduce timber tax revenue and to submit reports to the legislature by late 2024 and late 2025. The bill also creates a public registry to list New Hampshire forest lands enrolled in carbon programs, requiring owners to provide details such as their name, property location, and enrollment dates. Additionally, it mandates that landowners or program administrators notify the local municipalities where the enrolled forest land is located about these enrollments.