Rep. Billie Butler

Maddy summaryHB 1317 strengthens patient privacy protections in New Hampshire by prohibiting state agencies, contractors, vendors, and grant recipients from sharing personally identifiable medical, disability, or mental health data with the federal government or third parties - unless specific conditions apply. These exceptions include obtaining an individual’s written consent, complying with existing law or court orders, or disclosing data to provide necessary health care services. The bill also requires that any permitted disclosure share only the minimum necessary data and prioritize de-identified information when possible. It explicitly affirms that these state rules do not override federal privacy laws like HIPAA or the ADA, and violations could result in civil penalties enforced by the attorney general.

Maddy summarySB 633 creates a voluntary $0.50-per-ticket surcharge for New Hampshire performing arts venues with 100-2,500 seats that choose to participate. Venues can add this to ticket prices, and all collected funds will go into a dedicated account managed by the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. The money supports the Division of Arts and State Council on Arts through grants, administrative costs, and program funding - no other uses are allowed. The program is optional for venues, requires no taxpayer money, and has minimal fiscal impact (under $10,000 annually).

Maddy summaryCACR 25 is a proposed constitutional amendment that would guarantee marriage as a fundamental civil right in New Hampshire. It would prohibit state discrimination in marriage based on sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, or race, requiring equal legal recognition for all marriages regardless of these factors. The amendment must be approved by voters in the November 2026 general election to take effect, as it would add new language to the state constitution. This would apply to all residents seeking marriage licenses, legal recognition of marriages, and equal treatment under marriage laws in New Hampshire.

Maddy summaryHB 1532 requires New Hampshire's Department of Health and Human Services to establish rules defining the maximum temperature for vape heating coils and mandating safety features to prevent overheating ("dry hits"). This bill directly affects vape product manufacturers, who must comply with these future safety standards. The key mechanism is the creation of regulatory rules by the Department, not the immediate imposition of specific temperature limits. The bill focuses on preventing overheating incidents through mandatory safety features in vape devices. (3 sentences)

Maddy summaryHB 1538 prohibits vape product marketers from using deceptive tactics to target minors. Specifically, it bans imitating food, school supplies, or clothing (e.g., candy packaging or pencil designs), using minor-appealing characters (like cartoon figures or video game icons), or embedding interactive video game features in vape products. The law directly affects vape manufacturers and retailers who market products through these methods. Violations will be handled as civil infractions by the Liquor Commission, with penalties under existing rules. The bill takes effect January 1, 2027.

Maddy summaryHB 1316 restricts New Hampshire state agencies from collecting or disclosing personally identifiable autism-related data (such as an individual's autism diagnosis) unless the data is used for specific, limited purposes like administering benefits, providing medical care, or complying with education laws. Agencies must ensure any data collection complies with federal privacy laws (like HIPAA) and avoid using data scraping technology. Disclosure outside state government requires the individual’s or guardian’s written consent, court order, or necessity for essential services like education or healthcare. The bill explicitly preserves existing disability protections under federal laws like the Americans with Disabilities Act and IDEA.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 37) is a symbolic statement by the New Hampshire House of Representatives. It recognizes the UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights and urges the U.S. federal government - specifically the President and New Hampshire's congressional delegation - to implement "responsible and moral oversight" of military aid provided to international allies, with a specific focus on Israel's military operations in Gaza. The resolution cites the humanitarian impact in Gaza (including civilian casualties and infrastructure damage) as context for this call. It does not create new laws or alter funding but formally requests federal action to ensure military aid complies with international law. The resolution directly affects New Hampshire's federal representatives, who are urged to advocate for this oversight.

Maddy summaryHB 1188 prohibits employers from requiring low-wage employees - defined as those earning an hourly rate of 500% or less of the federal minimum wage - to sign noncompete agreements. It voids any existing noncompete agreements for these workers and limits the duration of any such agreement to a maximum of 12 months. The bill directly affects low-wage workers in New Hampshire, removing legal barriers that previously restricted their ability to change employers. This policy change increases job mobility for workers in low-paying positions by preventing employers from using noncompete clauses to limit their employment options.

Maddy summaryHB 1123 requires companies with 50 or more employees in New Hampshire to list both the minimum and maximum annual salary ranges, along with a general description of benefits, in all public job postings. Employers must provide concrete salary figures (not vague terms like "competitive") and cannot use open-ended ranges. If an employer does not negotiate salaries for a position, they must state a fixed pay rate. The law takes effect 60 days after enactment.