Rep. Kelley Potenza

Maddy summaryHB 1445 requires New Hampshire to issue enhanced driver licenses and Real ID-compliant cards specifically for border crossings. It affects U.S. citizens who are New Hampshire residents and need to cross U.S. borders by land or sea. The bill amends state laws to mandate that the Department of Motor Vehicles provide these cards as proof of identity and citizenship for border entry. This would allow residents to use these cards instead of standard IDs when crossing borders, aligning with federal requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 1243 requires all New Hampshire executive branch agencies (like departments and commissions) to base every contracting and investment decision solely on directly benefiting state citizens. The bill mandates that agencies certify contracts meet this standard and prohibits considering any purpose unrelated to providing citizens with goods, services, or benefits - except for federal law compliance or multistate programs that directly help residents. It has minimal fiscal impact, costing less than $10,000 annually through 2029, and applies to all state agencies making purchasing or investment choices.

Maddy summaryThis resolution urges the federal government to release all unclassified documents related to Jeffrey Epstein's criminal activities, including flight logs, correspondence, and evidence. It specifically requests the release of files concerning Epstein and his associates, with redactions only to protect minor victims' identities and ongoing legal cases. The resolution, introduced by New Hampshire representatives, directs the state's congressional delegation to deliver it to the President, Senate majority leader, and House Speaker. It does not create new laws but calls for transparency regarding Epstein's 2019 sex trafficking case and his subsequent death in custody. The resolution is non-binding and focuses on existing federal records, not new policy changes.

Maddy summaryHB 314 prohibits state, local, and federal government entities from using public funds to pay for lobbying activities. It directly affects government agencies, departments, and local municipalities that receive public funding, preventing them from spending taxpayer money to influence legislation or government decisions. The key provision bans the allocation of any public budget resources toward hiring lobbyists or covering lobbying-related expenses. This bill aims to restrict the use of taxpayer dollars for advocacy efforts within the legislative process.

Maddy summaryHB 709 would allow parents or guardians to enroll their children in any public school district where they pay property taxes or school district taxes, directly affecting families who own property or pay taxes in multiple districts. The bill’s key provision replaces the current requirement that students must reside in a district to attend its schools, instead using tax payment as the eligibility criterion for enrollment. This would enable families to choose schools in districts where they have a financial stake through tax payments, without needing to live there. The bill does not change school funding formulas or require districts to admit students beyond this tax-based enrollment rule.

Maddy summaryHB 686 requires voters to provide identification when applying for an absentee ballot. This directly affects voters who seek to cast ballots by mail, mandating ID verification at the request stage. The bill’s key provision adds an ID requirement to the absentee ballot application process, replacing any prior methods of verification. It does not change rules for in-person voting or ballot drop-off procedures.

Maddy summaryHB 215 requires landfill permit applicants to submit a detailed report outlining both potential environmental and community harms and benefits of their proposed project before a permit is approved. This directly affects landfill companies seeking new permits or expansions, as they must now proactively disclose these impacts to regulators. The key mechanism is a mandatory pre-permit disclosure requirement, shifting the burden to applicants to document effects like soil contamination risks or local job creation. The bill aims to provide clearer information for decision-makers without specifying how the report will influence final permitting decisions.

Maddy summaryHB 133 modifies the process for new residents moving to the state who need to transfer their out-of-state driver's licenses. It specifies clear timelines for the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) to send violation notices to drivers and allocates funds to the DMV for technology upgrades needed to meet state legal requirements. The bill directly affects new residents required to obtain a state license and the DMV, which must implement these changes. Key provisions include updated license transfer rules, standardized violation notice procedures, and dedicated funding for necessary technological improvements to ensure compliance.

Maddy summaryHB 171 would temporarily pause the approval of new landfill permits across the state. This directly affects landfill developers, local governments issuing permits, and communities near proposed landfill sites. The bill's key provision is a moratorium on new permit issuance, halting all new landfill projects during the pause period. Currently, the bill was tabled as "Inexpedient to Legislate" by the committee in November 2025, meaning it is not moving forward.