Rep. Keith Ammon

Maddy summaryHB 189 amends New Hampshire's energy strategy framework by removing references to the Energy Efficiency and Sustainable Energy Board from the Department of Energy's 10-year state energy strategy. The bill inserts a new definition stating "clean energy" includes nuclear and renewable sources with minimal or no greenhouse gas emissions. This change streamlines the strategy document by eliminating a specific board oversight reference while establishing a clear definition for "clean energy" in state policy. The bill passed both chambers, was signed by the governor, and takes effect September 13, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 591 modifies the operating hours for keno gaming in New Hampshire, allowing keno venues to operate later in the evening. The bill directly affects licensed keno gaming facilities by extending their permitted operating hours beyond previous limits. It became law on July 1, 2025, after being signed by Governor Ayotte on July 15, 2025. This change represents a specific adjustment to gaming regulations without altering broader licensing or tax structures.

Maddy summaryHB 504 establishes New Hampshire's official state energy policy, directly affecting utilities, energy providers, and all state residents by setting new guidelines for energy planning. The bill declares that the state must prioritize meeting energy needs at the lowest reasonable cost while ensuring reliability, diversity of sources, environmental protection, and public health - using market mechanisms rather than government favoritism toward specific technologies. Key provisions include requiring utilities to develop resources that support energy independence, removing regulatory barriers for innovation, and balancing cost, reliability, and environmental goals through market-based approaches. It also mandates that state regulations avoid unnecessary costs while protecting consumer prices and utility financial stability.

Maddy summaryHB 310 establishes a commission in New Hampshire to study how to create regulations for stable tokens (digital currencies tied to real assets), tokenized real-world assets (like property or commodities represented on blockchain), and blockchain-based trusts. The commission will examine potential regulatory frameworks and make recommendations to the state legislature. The bill was signed into law on July 15, 2025, with its key provisions taking effect on November 1, 2026, allowing time for the commission's work. This bill does not create immediate regulations but sets the stage for future policy decisions on these emerging financial technologies.

Maddy summaryHB 710 allows electric utilities to own, operate, and offer new advanced nuclear power plants, expanding their energy generation options. It modifies rules for utilities purchasing power from other providers and adds restrictions on community solar and small-scale generator programs. The bill directly affects utilities, power providers, and customers participating in community energy projects. Key provisions include enabling nuclear ownership, adjusting power purchase agreements, and limiting community generator capacity. This is a substantive policy change focused on energy infrastructure and market rules.

Maddy summaryHB 77 prohibits businesses that sell alcohol or tobacco (licensees) from electronically storing personal information obtained when scanning a customer's ID for age verification. The bill allows scanning IDs to confirm a customer's age but explicitly bans storing details like Social Security numbers, driver's license numbers, photos, names, addresses (excluding zip code), phone numbers, or medical information from those IDs. This directly affects bars, stores, and other licensed sellers by restricting how they handle customer ID data after verification. The law takes effect on August 30, 2025, following Governor Ayotte's signature.

Maddy summaryHB 81 prohibits the serving or consumption of beverages or liquor in specific areas not approved by the New Hampshire Liquor Commission, including foyers, hallways, kitchens, and restrooms. This law directly affects businesses that serve alcohol, such as restaurants, bars, and event venues, requiring them to restrict consumption to officially approved spaces. The bill amends existing law to explicitly list these prohibited areas, clarifying where alcohol service is not permitted. (Enacted June 26, 2025, without governor's signature.)

Maddy summaryHB 319 would have required local school districts to provide transportation for kindergarten students. This bill directly affects public school districts and kindergarten pupils in the state, mandating that districts arrange transportation as a standard service. The bill's key provision was a clear requirement for school districts to cover this transportation need, replacing previous arrangements. The bill passed both legislative chambers in May 2025 but was vetoed by Governor Ayotte on June 3, 2025, preventing it from becoming law.

Maddy summaryHB 779 legalizes the sale of rabbit meat within New Hampshire for retail and restaurant use, removing current restrictions on intrastate commerce. This directly affects local meat vendors, restaurants, and consumers who can now legally purchase rabbit meat in state stores. The bill removes prior prohibitions, allowing rabbit meat to be sold in the same manner as other livestock meat products. It takes effect on July 29, 2025, after being enacted without the governor's signature on May 30, 2025.