Rep. Martin Jack

Maddy summaryHB 1390 designates the apple cider doughnut as New Hampshire's official state doughnut. This ceremonial bill adds a new section to state law (RSA 3:33) recognizing the apple cider doughnut as a symbol of the state's culinary identity. It directly affects New Hampshire's official state symbols but has no regulatory, financial, or practical impact on residents or businesses. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage and does not alter any existing laws or create new requirements.

Maddy summarySB 406 appropriates $20 million from the state General Fund to the city of Nashua for purchasing the former Daniel Webster College property. The bill states this property, currently owned by a foreign entity near Nashua's airport (deemed critical infrastructure), must be acquired to prevent foreign ownership near sensitive infrastructure. The funds are designated for the 2026-2027 biennium and will be drawn directly from the state treasury. This is a direct funding mechanism with no revenue impact on the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a commission to study ways to replace the current road toll and vehicle registration fees as sources of funding for highway and bridge improvements. The commission will be composed of legislators, state agency representatives, and members from the automotive and non-profit sectors, with the specific goal of examining how electric, hybrid, and fuel-efficient vehicles should contribute to infrastructure costs. The group is tasked with analyzing the environmental impact of these technologies, reviewing past studies, and recommending new revenue methods by December 2026. Once the commission completes its work, it will submit a final report to state officials with any proposed legislation to replace the existing toll system.