Rep. Cy Aures

Maddy summaryHB 55, titled the Selective Service Registration Awareness and Compliance Act, would have established that individuals aged 18 and older must be in compliance with the federal Military Selective Service Act to be eligible for employment by the state or any of its political subdivisions. Compliance could be demonstrated by authorizing the Department of Safety to submit information to the Selective Service System. The bill included exceptions for those whose registration requirement had terminated, those who had served in the military, or those with conditions precluding military service. However, these requirements would not have applied to state-supported higher education institutions or related financial aid decisions.

Maddy summaryHB 476 restricts abortions after 15 weeks gestation in New Hampshire, making "late-term elective abortion" illegal unless a medical emergency (defined as conditions endangering the mother's life or causing serious bodily harm) or a fetal abnormality incompatible with life exists. Healthcare providers must perform an ultrasound to determine gestational age before 15 weeks and report medical emergency justifications to health authorities. Violations carry criminal penalties (class B felony with fines up to $100,000) and civil liability for damages. The law affects healthcare providers performing abortions and pregnant individuals seeking later-term procedures, with exceptions for medical emergencies or fatal fetal conditions. It takes effect January 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows registered voters to examine digital images of ballots created by electronic counting devices to verify the accuracy and integrity of election equipment. Under the new rules, the Secretary of State would manage a supervised viewing process where observers can inspect stored images on state computers without downloading or copying the data. Access to these images would be permitted only after all recounts and appeals are finished, and any discrepancies found by observers could trigger an investigation by the Attorney General. The legislation also gives the Secretary of State authority to disqualify specific voting machines or vendors if issues are discovered during these reviews.

Maddy summaryHB 1370 directs the Secretary of State to prepare and distribute secure, durable containers and tamper-evident sealers to town and ward clerks for preserving ballots before state elections. The bill also requires these officials to use special containers specifically designed for separate ballots related to questions posed to voters. Although the legislation was adopted by the conference committee, it was ultimately laid on the table and did not become law before the end of the session.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates safety rules for motorboats towing water skiers and inflatable tubes in New Hampshire. It limits the number of people allowed on a single inflatable to six and restricts towing to a maximum of two inflatables at once, while also capping the number of skiers or other devices at two per boat unless a special permit is obtained. To ensure safety, the law requires additional observers on the boat depending on the number of inflatables being towed, with all observers needing to be at least 13 years old. These regulations take effect on August 13, 2024, and apply to anyone operating a motorboat for recreational towing in the state.

Maddy summaryHB 1189 updates how the Department of Health and Human Services reports unpaid child support to federal agencies. The bill requires the department to use an automated system that only flags debts as delinquent if they meet specific federal minimum thresholds. When reporting these debts, the system must include the exact dollar amount owed to ensure accuracy. This change applies to the state's child support program and aims to align reporting practices with federal guidelines.