Sen. Tara Reardon

Maddy summarySB 665 requires pharmacies to charge consumers the lowest available price for prescription drugs at the point of sale, directly affecting patients purchasing medications and pharmacies. The bill defines "lowest available price" as the minimum of the pharmacy’s cash price, the consumer’s insurance cost-sharing amount, or any available discount price at the time of transaction. Pharmacists must determine and disclose this price before completing the sale, and insurers cannot penalize pharmacies for doing so. Violations could result in disciplinary action by the pharmacy board or civil penalties up to $1,000 per violation, with the law taking effect January 1, 2027.

Maddy summarySB 648 requires websites and apps that profit from distributing material harmful to minors (defined as content appealing to prurient interest, depicting sexual conduct offensively, and lacking value for minors) to implement age verification. It mandates that commercial entities using reasonable methods (like government ID checks without storing data) verify users are 18+, post clear warnings, and not retain personal information. Parents or guardians can sue for up to $10,000 per violation if a minor accesses such content due to non-compliance, while the attorney general can seek $25,000 penalties. Exemptions include news organizations, libraries, museums, and educational institutions distributing content for legitimate purposes. The law takes effect January 1, 2027.

Maddy summarySB 572 exempts the sale of the Anna Philbrook Center for Children property (located at 105 Pleasant Street, Concord) from standard New Hampshire hospital real estate sale requirements. It directs the Department of Administrative Services to first offer the property to the City of Concord and then Merrimack County at fair market value, with a deadline of January 1, 2026, for acceptance. If unsold by that date, the department must issue a request for proposals by June 30, 2027, with all sale proceeds going to the state general fund. This bill specifically affects the state's process for selling this particular property, not hospital operations or services.

Maddy summaryHB 1695 requires the secretary of state to include a voter's guide on the ballot for constitutional amendments, explaining the consequences of voting "yes" or "no." The guide must state what happens if the amendment passes (e.g., new law takes effect) or fails (e.g., current law remains). It mandates the guide be printed directly below the amendment question on the ballot, or distributed with the ballot if it would require an extra page. This applies to all constitutional amendments proposed by the legislature or constitutional convention, ensuring voters receive clear, objective information before casting their vote.

Maddy summarySB 632 authorizes the Greater Concord Chamber of Commerce (or its successor nonprofit) to install and maintain one advertising sign near Exit 12 on I-93 in Concord. The sign must promote nonprofit events and downtown destinations between I-93 exits 13-15, comply with Concord's zoning rules (up to the largest permitted size), and display no more than 20% for-profit content to offset costs. It cannot promote the city of Concord itself or events outside the specified downtown area. The bill has minimal fiscal impact, costing under $10,000 annually.

Maddy summarySB 457 creates a pathway for international physicians trained outside the U.S. or Canada to obtain a temporary license to practice medicine in New Hampshire. To qualify, applicants must provide proof of completed residency or 5+ years of practice abroad, good standing with their home country's medical regulator, English fluency, U.S. work authorization, and a job offer at a healthcare facility with an Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education-accredited residency program. Temporary license holders may only work at such facilities and must maintain good standing for two years to receive a full, unrestricted license. The bill does not require new state funding or create additional positions.

Maddy summarySB 519 creates a new legal right for individuals to sue when drones (small unmanned aircraft systems) are used to take images or video of private property without permission, in situations where a reasonable expectation of privacy exists. It prohibits drone operators from conducting such surveillance over private property without the property owner's written consent, except for specific exceptions like law enforcement with a warrant, utility inspections, or property appraisals for taxes. The law presumes a reasonable expectation of privacy in areas not visible from public ground level (such as backyards), allowing victims to seek compensation, court orders to stop the activity, and legal fees. The bill takes effect January 1, 2027, and has minimal fiscal impact.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes a constitutional amendment to raise the maximum age for serving as a county sheriff in New Hampshire from 70 to 75 years. It directly affects current and future county sheriffs, who would no longer be eligible to hold office after turning 75. The amendment would replace the existing age limit in Article 78 of the state constitution, requiring voter approval in the November 2026 general election. If approved by two-thirds of voters, it would take effect upon the governor's proclamation. The change applies only to the sheriff position, leaving other judicial age limits unchanged.

Maddy summaryHB 1259 modifies New Hampshire's CPA licensing rules to allow out-of-state CPAs to practice in the state without additional fees or paperwork. It creates a "mobility" provision (RSA 309-B:6-a) enabling CPAs licensed in other states, territories, or DC to offer services in New Hampshire if they meet the state's education, exam, and experience requirements (as defined in RSA 309-B:5). This directly affects licensed CPAs from other jurisdictions seeking to provide services in New Hampshire, eliminating the need for separate state application or fees. The bill also updates minor details about education requirements and exam passing scores but focuses primarily on expanding practice access for qualified out-of-state CPAs.

Maddy summarySB 571 updates New Hampshire's requirements for issuing CPA certificates. It replaces the term "substantial equivalency" with "comparable" when evaluating foreign accountancy credentials, making the standard clearer for applicants with international qualifications. The bill also modifies educational rules by requiring a bachelor's degree plus 30 additional credit hours in accounting (including specific subjects like auditing and taxation), and allows candidates to take the CPA exam up to 120 days before graduating. These changes directly affect individuals seeking CPA licensure in New Hampshire, particularly those with foreign credentials or nearing degree completion.