Sen. Donovan Fenton

Maddy summarySB 186 is a procedural bill that directs the state to commission a portrait of Senator Jeb Bradley for display in the state house. It does not create new laws or affect any policies; it solely relates to commemorating Senator Bradley through a portrait in a public state building. The bill has advanced through committee with a recommendation to pass and now awaits further legislative action. This is a ceremonial measure with no substantive policy impact.

Maddy summarySB 189 requires New Hampshire hospitals and medical facilities to file detailed fetal death reports within 5 days for all fetal deaths occurring in the state. The bill mandates standardized electronic or paper reporting based on location (e.g., hospitals, home births) and specifies required data, including medical details (gestation, cause of death, autopsy), mother’s demographics, and father’s information via a paternity affidavit for unwed mothers. It directly affects hospitals, parents (for signing affidavits), and the state’s vital records division by standardizing data collection. The law updates reporting forms to include comprehensive medical, demographic, and pregnancy history information for statistical and health tracking purposes.

Maddy summarySB 200 is a procedural bill that directs the state to accept and display a portrait of Sylvia Larsen, a former state legislator. The bill would require the relevant state agency (likely the legislature or Capitol office) to formally receive and install the portrait in an official public space, such as the State House. This is a ceremonial gesture honoring Larsen's service, with no policy changes or financial impacts. The bill was tabled as "Inexpedient to Legislate" by committee in October 2025, indicating it did not advance. It directly affects state government operations related to Capitol art displays.

Maddy summarySB 226 pauses all new landfill permit applications and creates a committee to evaluate whether incinerating municipal solid waste is a feasible alternative. The bill directly affects local governments and waste management companies that handle landfill approvals and waste processing. Key provisions include an immediate suspension of new landfill projects and a requirement for the committee to study incineration's technical, environmental, and economic viability. This bill remains under review, with a committee report scheduled for January 2026, but has not yet become law.

Maddy summarySB 35 proposed a state appropriation to provide matching funds for a specific rail trail project. This bill would have directly affected the project's developers and local communities by enabling them to access state funds to supplement private or federal contributions. However, the bill was deemed "Inexpedient to Legislate" under Senate Rule 3-23 on October 31, 2025, meaning it did not advance to become law. As a funding measure, it was procedural in nature with no enacted policy changes.

Maddy summarySB 139 would create a new legal pathway allowing individuals to directly sue in court when they believe their civil rights have been violated. This bill directly affects people who experience civil rights violations, such as discrimination or denial of equal protection. The key provision would permit private citizens to file civil lawsuits against violators instead of relying solely on government enforcement. Currently, this proposed legislation is in committee review with no votes passed, as it was recently referred to an interim study committee.

Maddy summarySB 242 proposes adjusting cost-of-living allowances (COLAs) for certain retirees in New Hampshire's Group II retirement system. It directly affects eligible retirees who are currently receiving benefits under this specific retirement category. The bill does not detail specific adjustment mechanisms or formulas, as the provided context only confirms its purpose and current status. As of the latest action on October 31, 2025, the bill was deemed "Inexpedient to Legislate" by the Senate, halting further progress.

Maddy summarySB 227 is a procedural bill titled "relative to site setbacks for landfills," but the provided context does not specify its substantive policy changes, such as required setback distances or affected entities. The bill's legislative history shows it was referred to committee, debated, and later "laid on the table" without advancing to a vote on the merits. No details about specific mechanisms, affected landfills, or direct impacts are included in the available actions. Since the context lacks the bill's actual text or policy provisions, a substantive summary cannot be provided. For concrete details, consult the full bill text or official legislative resources.

Maddy summarySB 20 proposed that the state pay a portion of retirement system contributions for political subdivision employers (like cities, towns, or school districts). This would directly affect local governments and their employees by reducing the employers' retirement costs. The bill's key mechanism would have required the state to cover a specified share of these employer contributions. However, the bill was tabled as "Inexpedient to Legislate" on October 31, 2025, meaning it did not advance further and was not enacted.