Rep. Gerry Griffin

Maddy summaryHB 1702 removes the separate "liquor commission fund" and places all revenue from liquor sales and license fees directly into the state's general fund. This change gives the state legislature full budgeting authority over the liquor commission's finances, ending the commission's ability to retain surplus earnings. The bill also directs a portion of the commission's gross profits to the alcohol abuse prevention and treatment fund, with specific amounts determined by the state budget. Additionally, it allows the commissioner to transfer funds for employee benefits and operational needs, subject to approval from the fiscal committee and the governor and council. The legislation is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates the rules for New Hampshire's solid waste management districts to allow them to contract third-party services for public entities and school districts located within their boundaries. It also clarifies the treasurer's authority to pay approved district debts and permits the treasurer to receive compensation for these duties. Additionally, the legislation creates a process for districts to make emergency expenditures that exceed their budget when faced with unexpected circumstances, provided specific conditions regarding revenue sources are met. These changes aim to streamline operations and provide financial flexibility for waste management districts while ensuring member communities retain control over funding sources.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates the rules for state school building aid to explicitly include chartered public schools alongside traditional school districts. It establishes that these independent schools must own any buildings they construct with state funds and outlines how the aid is disbursed, providing an initial 30 percent of the eligible cost followed by annual payments over 20 years. The legislation also sets a requirement that facilities built with this assistance must be used for K-12 instruction for at least two decades or the school must repay the full grant amount. Additionally, the bill clarifies eligibility criteria, such as excluding office space and temporary structures from funding, and sets a new deadline for submitting construction applications starting in 2025.