Maddy summaryThis bill updates New Hampshire laws regarding concealed carry permits and adds legal protection for officers who issue them. It clarifies that residents and non-residents can apply for licenses to carry loaded pistols or revolvers for self-defense, hunting, or target practice, provided they are not banned from owning firearms by state or federal law. The legislation sets specific timelines for issuing permits within 14 days, establishes a $10 fee for residents and $100 for non-residents, and requires that licenses remain valid for all allowable purposes regardless of the original reason for issuance. Additionally, it grants immunity from liability to law enforcement officers who issue these licenses in good faith, shielding them from lawsuits if a permit holder later commits misconduct with a firearm.
Sen. Howard Pearl
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Maddy summaryThis New Hampshire bill requires presidential candidates to include the specific primary date designated by the Secretary of State in their official declaration of candidacy. The law mandates that candidates sign a sworn statement confirming their eligibility under the U.S. Constitution and declaring their party affiliation or status as a recognized candidate. By updating the required form, the legislation ensures that the primary election date is explicitly listed in the official filing documents submitted to the state. These changes take effect on July 13, 2024, and directly impact individuals running for the presidency in New Hampshire.
Maddy summarySB 514 modifies New Hampshire's timber tax by increasing the amount of wood that certain landowners can cut without paying a tax or filing an intent to cut. The bill raises the annual exemption limits for individuals cutting logs for personal construction projects from 10,000 to 15,000 board feet and for fuel wood from 20 to 30 cords. It also expands the exemption for land conversion purposes to include up to 15,000 board feet of logs and 300 tons of whole tree chips, provided the owner has secured all necessary permits for the land's new use. These changes directly affect private landowners and utility providers who harvest timber for their own use, allowing them to keep more of their harvested wood tax-free. The legislation takes effect on July 1, 2024.