Rep. James Thibault

Maddy summaryHB 1094 repeals a current law that prohibited collecting seaweed between sunset and sunrise. This change directly affects commercial and recreational seaweed harvesters who were previously restricted from collecting during nighttime hours. The bill takes effect January 1, 2027, removing the existing nighttime collection ban without adding new requirements or restrictions.

Maddy summaryHB 1314 allows New Hampshire residents under 18 to obtain a freshwater fishing license without paying a fee. Minors must present proof of age to the Fish and Game Department when applying. The license will be marked as designated by the department and will not require a fee, replacing the previous requirement for a fee that was collected from 16- and 17-year-olds. The bill takes effect 60 days after passage.

Maddy summaryThis is a concurrent resolution (not a bill), not a law. It urges Congress to create a "Charlie Kirk Act" to hold media accountable for spreading misinformation about Charlie Kirk, a conservative activist. The resolution incorrectly references a "Charlie Kirk shooting" (Kirk is a living activist), and cites the Smith-Mundt Modernization Act of 2012 as a concern, though it has no legal effect. As a symbolic gesture, it directs New Hampshire's legislature to send this resolution to federal officials but does not propose any actual policy changes.

Maddy summaryHB 1508 allows New Hampshire residents to record audio and video conversations they are part of without the other person's consent, provided the recording doesn't violate privacy laws (as defined in RSA 644:9) or is used for blackmail or harassment. The bill requires the Department of Justice to create a public awareness campaign explaining the new rules, including educational materials for the public and training for law enforcement and prosecutors. This campaign will clarify legal boundaries for recording and prevent misuse. The state will fund these efforts using existing resources, with an estimated one-time cost of $500,000 for the campaign and ongoing costs for staff support.