Rep. Rosemarie Rung

Primary HB 416

Signed into law · New Hampshire House · Lead sponsor

prohibiting the intentional disposal of yard waste into the surface waters of the state.

Maddy summaryHB 416 prohibits intentionally dumping yard waste (such as grass clippings, leaves, or branches) into rivers, lakes, or streams. It directly affects property owners, landscapers, and waste management services that handle yard debris near waterways. The law bans this specific disposal method but does not detail enforcement penalties or exemptions. The bill passed both legislative chambers, was signed by the governor on July 22, 2025, and takes effect January 1, 2026.

EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits yard waste disposal in waterways, reducing pollution and protecting water quality per environmental protection goals.95% confidence

Signed into law Jul 22, 2025 0 co-sponsors

Co-sponsor HB 566

Signed into law · New Hampshire House · Co-sponsor

requiring permit applications for new landfills to contain a detailed plan for leachate management.

Maddy summaryHB 566 requires new landfill permit applicants to submit a detailed plan for managing leachate - the liquid waste that seeps from landfills. This directly affects landfill developers and operators seeking permits for new facilities. The key provision mandates specific technical documentation outlining how leachate will be collected, treated, and prevented from contaminating soil or water. The bill became law on July 22, 2025, and takes effect September 13, 2025.

EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates detailed leachate management plans to prevent soil/water contamination, directly strengthening pollution control regulations for landfills.95% confidence

Signed into law Jul 22, 2025 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor HB 437

Signed into law · New Hampshire House · Co-sponsor

providing specific curative measures for undischarged mortgages.

Maddy summaryHB 437 provides a legal process to correct property records when mortgages remain unpaid but are no longer active, directly affecting property owners with unresolved mortgage documentation. The bill establishes a streamlined procedure for recording authorities to clear outdated mortgage liens without requiring full repayment, using court-certified affidavits to verify the mortgage's inactivity. This removes bureaucratic barriers preventing property owners from selling or refinancing due to obsolete mortgage records. The law became effective September 5, 2025, after passing the legislature and being signed by the governor.

Signed into law Jul 8, 2025 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor HB 397

Failed · New Hampshire House · Co-sponsor

establishing a multi-agency task force chaired by the department of safety.

Maddy summaryHB 397 proposed creating a multi-agency task force under the Department of Safety to address safety-related issues, directly affecting state agencies required to participate. The bill’s key mechanism would have established this task force, chaired by the Department of Safety, to coordinate efforts across relevant agencies. However, the bill was marked "Inexpedient to Legislate" by the committee on May 22, 2025, and was not enacted into law. The proposal did not advance beyond committee review.

Failed May 22, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 426

Signed into law · New Hampshire House · Co-sponsor

relative to property tax exemptions for charitable organizations for the prior tax year.

Maddy summaryHB 426 allows charitable organizations that missed the June 1, 2024, deadline to file financial statements for property tax exemption eligibility to apply retroactively for the 2024 tax year. It directly affects qualifying nonprofits that were prevented by accident, mistake, or misfortune from filing on time. Organizations must prove this to local selectmen; if denied, they can appeal to the board of tax and land appeals or superior court. The bill creates a clear process for late applications without requiring retroactive payment of taxes.

Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesEnables retroactive property tax exemptions for qualifying nonprofits, providing tax relief and facilitating fiscal management for charitable organizations.90% confidence

Signed into law May 21, 2025 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor HB 167

Signed into law · New Hampshire House · Co-sponsor

prohibiting the sale of ski, boat, and board waxes that contain intentionally added per and polyfluorinated alkyl substances.

Signed into law May 21, 2025 1 co-sponsor

Co-sponsor HB 568

died · New Hampshire House · Co-sponsor

allowing subdivision regulations concerning water supply.

died Mar 27, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 441

Failed · New Hampshire House · Co-sponsor

relative to visible motor vehicle diesel emissions and "rolling coal".

Failed Mar 26, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 582

Failed · New Hampshire House · Co-sponsor

relative to safety requirements for operation of personal water crafts.

Failed Mar 26, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 199

In committee · New Hampshire House · Co-sponsor

extending the statute of limitation on civil actions relative to damage caused by per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

In committee Mar 20, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track