Rep. Jason Janvrin

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes changes to how New Hampshire administers its refugee resettlement program by prioritizing state funding for the social determinants of health for U.S. citizens first. Under the new rules, government resources for refugees could only be used after the department confirms that all eligible citizens have been served and removed from waitlists for state-funded services. The legislation would take effect 60 days after passing, though recent committee reviews have recommended against further legislative action on this measure.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies New Hampshire law to streamline the process for individuals to retrieve firearms and ammunition seized due to restraining orders or other court orders. It establishes that courts are not required to conduct background checks before returning property, though they may choose to do so if they wish. If a court does order a check, the law sets strict deadlines for the state to complete the review and outlines specific procedures for denying returns, including the requirement for a hearing and the burden of proof to be on the state. The legislation also provides a clear path for individuals to appeal unfavorable decisions directly to the state supreme court without paying fees.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows property owners to remove woody debris and blockages from waterways and structures like culverts without needing a special permit. The exemption applies only if the work minimizes sediment disturbance and does not create any new permanent changes to the riverbed. It is designed to help communities clear flood debris after natural disasters or flooding events. The law takes effect 60 days after it is passed.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes new privacy protections for firearm purchasers by prohibiting payment processors and networks from requiring gun stores to use a specific "firearms code" for credit or debit card transactions. Instead, the law mandates that retailers selling guns, ammunition, and accessories must use the same general merchant codes applied to other retail stores to prevent their purchase history from being separately flagged in financial data. The Attorney General is empowered to investigate violations, issue notices to correct errors within 30 days, and pursue civil penalties or court injunctions against entities that intentionally fail to comply. These rules take effect on January 1, 2025, aiming to keep firearm purchase records separate from other consumer spending data in electronic payment systems.

Maddy summaryThis bill restricts the ability of incarcerated individuals, parolees, and those convicted of violent felonies or crimes against children to change their legal names. To obtain a name change, these individuals must now prove to a probate court that the change is necessary, and they must notify relevant government agencies and the original prosecuting authority. The law also requires the prosecutor to attempt to inform the victim or the victim's family, allowing them to share their views with the judge before a decision is made. These rules apply specifically to serious offenses such as murder, assault, kidnapping, and sexual crimes, while the changes take effect on July 30, 2024.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the law to direct the Grid Modernization Advisory Group to study ways to improve how energy efficiency programs and incentives are delivered. The group will focus on finding methods to streamline these programs and maximize the benefits for consumers using existing state, federal, and utility funding. The advisory group must provide its recommendations to the Department of Energy, and the changes will take effect 60 days after the bill is passed.