Rep. Zoe Manos

Maddy summaryHB 1822 requires state, county, and local law enforcement agencies and correctional facilities to submit semi-annual reports to the Attorney General about individuals detained for civil immigration violations (including under immigration detainers or federal 287(g) agreements). Reports must include the number of people detained and the length of each detention, with the first reports due December 31, 2026. The Attorney General must then summarize this data in a semi-annual report to the Governor, Senate President, and House Speaker, starting February 1, 2027. The bill imposes no new funding but notes potential administrative costs for the Attorney General’s office.

Maddy summaryHB 1641 requires court clerks to send domestic violence, stalking, and civil restraining orders to prosecutors and probation officers within 24 hours when the person subject to the order is on bail or probation. This directly affects individuals under court supervision (bail or probation) who are named in such protection orders. The key mechanism mandates this rapid transmission to ensure law enforcement and probation officials are promptly notified. The bill would require 43 new full-time court positions for implementation, costing an estimated $1.76 million annually starting in 2027, though it does not provide funding for these positions.

Maddy summarySB 526 creates a New Hampshire-Greece trade council to strengthen economic ties between the state and Greece. The council, composed of state officials, business representatives, and academic leaders, will promote trade, investment, and cultural exchanges. It can raise funds through donations and grants, with a dedicated non-lapsing fund in the state treasury to cover administrative costs. The council aims to build on New Hampshire's historic Greek-American connections and its status as a top U.S. trade partner for Greece.

Maddy summaryHB 1637 requires courts to schedule hearings on bail modification or revocation motions within 72 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) in domestic violence, stalking, and harassment cases. Before any hearing can occur, the party filing the motion must provide the court with certified copies of the complaint, affidavit, warrant, bail slip, and related court orders. The bill also mandates that in cases where a district court has found a person poses a danger, the superior court must hold a hearing and issue written findings when reviewing bail changes. This law takes effect January 1, 2027.

Maddy summaryHB 1620 requires owners of underground residential heating oil tanks (located beneath homes, garages, or crawl spaces) to either remediate leaks or permanently close the tanks after they become abandoned (unused for 12 months). It mandates soil testing around tanks under structures, with remediation required if leaks are detected, and requires sellers to disclose tank status and soil test results to buyers during property sales. The bill directly affects residential property owners and sellers in New Hampshire, as well as oil tank service companies that perform removals or remediation. Key mechanisms include standardized soil sampling, closure methods using inert materials, and a 180-day removal deadline for above-ground abandoned tanks. The law takes effect 60 days after passage.

Maddy summarySB 557 bans the sale of kratom products to anyone under 21 years old and establishes a regulatory framework for businesses selling kratom in New Hampshire. It directly affects retailers, distributors, and manufacturers who must obtain licenses from the Department of Health and Human Services and follow specific rules for product safety and labeling. Key provisions include defining "kratom products," prohibiting sales of kratom as food or beverages, and creating a dedicated fund to support regulation. The bill also clarifies that "contraband" products include those containing harmful substances or misleading labels.

Maddy summaryHB 1364 requires counties, municipalities, and other local political subdivisions in New Hampshire that have entered into federal 287(g) agreements with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to submit quarterly reports to the state Attorney General. These reports must include specific data on detained individuals (by immigration violation, state offense, or field stops), their locations, detention lengths, and racial data where available. The Attorney General must then consolidate and submit these reports quarterly to state officials and local governing bodies starting in early 2027. The bill does not provide new funding but estimates minimal costs for the Attorney General’s office (around $63,000 annually) and local governments to compile the required data.

Maddy summaryHB 1614 restricts the sale and use of coal tar-based sealants containing high levels of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), harmful chemicals linked to environmental and health concerns. The law bans applying or selling these products on driveways and parking areas starting January 1, 2027, directly affecting homeowners, contractors, and sealant manufacturers. Exemptions are allowed only for research or development of alternatives, requiring written approval from the Department of Environmental Services. The bill has minimal fiscal impact, costing less than $10,000 annually for state agencies through 2029.

Maddy summaryHB 1158 expands the legal definition of "intimate partner" in New Hampshire domestic violence cases to include individuals who were in a romantic or sexual relationship, regardless of whether the relationship was sexually consummated. This change directly affects victims and perpetrators in domestic violence proceedings under New Hampshire law. The bill modifies existing statutes (RSA 173-B:1 and RSA 631:2-b) to remove the previous requirement that such relationships must have been sexually consummated. The law takes effect on January 1, 2027, with no estimated state or local fiscal impact.

Maddy summaryHB 1146 prohibits motor vehicle manufacturers, dealers, and their agents from charging subscription fees for features already installed, enabled, or activated at the time of vehicle sale or lease. It specifically targets features that would function without ongoing cost (like pre-installed safety systems), preventing companies from requiring recurring payments for these already included capabilities. The bill excludes certain services requiring ongoing connectivity, such as live navigation updates, streaming services, or safety-related software updates. This policy directly affects consumers purchasing or leasing new vehicles by eliminating unexpected recurring fees for features they paid for upfront. The law takes effect 60 days after enactment.