Sen. Victoria Sullivan

Maddy summaryHB 323 would require voters to present a government-issued photo ID, such as a driver's license or passport, when voting in person at polling locations. This requirement directly affects voters participating in person at elections, including those who may not carry such identification. The bill's key provision mandates this ID check as a standard step for verifying voter identity at polling places. It does not apply to mail-in or absentee voting and focuses solely on in-person ballot casting.

Maddy summaryCACR 4 sets new requirements for voting eligibility in the state, limiting the right to vote to legal resident citizens who are at least 18 years old and live in the specific place they claim as their permanent home. This bill directly affects voters who currently reside in the state but may not meet the "domicile" requirement, such as non-citizens, individuals under 18, or those living in a location without permanent residence. The key provision mandates that voters must prove both citizenship, age, and a permanent residence within the jurisdiction where they cast their ballot. The bill does not change existing voter registration processes but adds these specific eligibility criteria to the voting rules.

Maddy summaryHB 721 proposes to make gold and silver coins legal tender for all debts in the state, meaning businesses would be required to accept them for transactions. This would directly affect merchants, consumers, and financial institutions by expanding the forms of payment they must accept. The bill's key provision would amend state law to specify that gold and silver coins hold the same status as paper currency for settling obligations. As of the latest action (November 2025), the bill was referred to committee for further study with no floor vote taken, so it remains a proposed measure without current legal effect.

Maddy summaryHB 330 aimed to establish penalties for illegally disclosing confidential motor vehicle records, such as driver's license information or vehicle ownership details. It would have imposed fines or jail time on individuals or entities that improperly shared this sensitive data. The bill directly affected auto dealers, insurance companies, law enforcement, and other organizations that handle driver records. However, the committee voted 16-0 on October 22, 2025, to report it as "Inexpedient to Legislate," meaning it did not advance further and was not enacted.

Maddy summarySB 71 allows New Hampshire counties to hold individuals detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for up to 48 additional hours (excluding weekends and holidays) after resolving local state charges, provided the county and ICE have a written agreement. This bill directly affects county correctional facilities and ICE, establishing clear limits on how long local jails can detain immigration enforcement detainees. The key provision requires counties to have a formal written agreement with ICE to use this 48-hour extension, and it specifies that counties cannot hold individuals solely for immigration enforcement without addressing state charges first. The bill aims to clarify cooperation protocols between local law enforcement and federal immigration authorities.

Maddy summaryHB 312 would allow college student-athletes in the state to earn compensation for the use of their name, image, or likeness (NIL), such as through endorsements or personal branding deals. It directly affects student-athletes at public and private colleges within the state by removing current restrictions that prevent them from monetizing their personal brand. The key provision requires athletic departments and institutions to establish clear, transparent processes for student-athletes to secure and manage NIL agreements without penalty. This policy change aligns with similar laws in other states, aiming to provide athletes with direct financial opportunities tied to their public identity.

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 summarySB 193 requires the head of each New Hampshire state agency to submit a strategic plan outlining how their agency will operate by September 30, 2026. The plan must detail program activities and be submitted to both the state commission on program efficiency and the legislature. This bill directly affects all state agency leaders by mandating a formal, forward-looking document for transparency and planning. It does not alter agency funding or programs but establishes a recurring administrative requirement for accountability. The bill is currently referred for an interim study after committee review.

Maddy summaryHB 104 would require the U.S. Congress to formally declare war before the New Hampshire National Guard can be activated for service in a foreign country. This bill directly affects the New Hampshire National Guard and the governor, who would need congressional authorization to deploy troops overseas. The key provision mandates that the governor cannot activate the Guard for foreign military operations without an official declaration of war from Congress. The bill does not apply to domestic emergencies or humanitarian missions within the United States.

Maddy summaryHB 223 would have modified licensing requirements for health care facilities located within 15 miles of a critical access hospital. The bill aimed to establish specific standards for these facilities, directly affecting providers in rural areas near critical access hospitals. However, the bill was deemed "Inexpedient to Legislate" by committee (4-1 vote) and later laid on the table in the Senate, effectively halting its progress. No policy changes were implemented as the bill did not advance beyond committee review. The legislature did not pursue this measure further.