Sen. Rebecca Perkins Kwoka

Co-sponsor HB 596

Failed · New Hampshire House · Co-sponsor

relative to reporting requirements for entities that collect meals and rooms taxes.

Failed Mar 6, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 542

died · New Hampshire House · Co-sponsor

relative to weekly benefit amounts for unemployment compensation.

Maddy summaryHB 542 changes how unemployment compensation benefits are calculated in New Hampshire. It sets maximum weekly benefits and total benefits for a benefit year based on an individual's annual earnings, requiring at least $1,400 earned in each of two calendar quarters. For example, workers earning $2,800 annually would receive a maximum weekly benefit of $32, totaling $832 for the benefit year. This affects unemployed workers who qualify under the new earnings thresholds, replacing previous benefit calculation methods. The bill applies to benefit years beginning on or after its effective date.

Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentSets caps on unemployment benefits ($32/week max, $832 total) with strict earnings thresholds, reducing potential benefit amounts compared to prior system.85% confidence

died Mar 6, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 681

Failed · New Hampshire House · Co-sponsor

establishing a statewide online energy data platform.

Failed Mar 6, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Primary SB 219

Failed · New Hampshire Senate · Lead sponsor

requiring the secretary of state to enter into a membership agreement with the Electronic Registration Information Center.

Failed Mar 6, 2025 0 co-sponsors Track

Co-sponsor HB 516

Failed · New Hampshire House · Co-sponsor

relative to establishing a new full-time position at Volunteer NH.

Failed Feb 13, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor HB 422

Failed · New Hampshire House · Co-sponsor

increasing penalties for violations of the shoreland and water quality protection act.

Failed Feb 13, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SB 159

Failed · New Hampshire Senate · Co-sponsor

establishing a marine habitat fee.

Failed Feb 13, 2025 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SB 453

Passed · New Hampshire Senate · Co-sponsor

making an appropriation to the statewide voter registration system.

Maddy summaryThis bill allocates $450,000 from the state's General Fund to the Department of State for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. The funds are designated to maintain the Statewide Voter Registration System and to develop new features, specifically an election information portal. The money is classified as nonlapsing, meaning it remains available for use until fully spent rather than reverting to the general treasury at the end of the fiscal year. This legislation directly impacts the state budget by increasing expenditures for the Department of State while aiming to improve voter registration services.

Passed Oct 31, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SB 365

Passed · New Hampshire Senate · Co-sponsor

relative to the sale or use of lithium-ion batteries for electric bicycles, scooters, or personal electric mobility devices.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits the sale, manufacture, or distribution of lithium-ion batteries and electric scooters in New Hampshire unless they are certified by a nationally recognized testing laboratory. The law requires that certified products display the laboratory's logo or name on the packaging, documentation, or the device itself, with specific exceptions for second-hand sales where such documentation is absent. Additionally, the legislation bans the assembly, reconditioning, or sale of second-use batteries intended for electric bicycles and scooters, while allowing these devices if they are registered with the state motor vehicle division. Violations of these safety standards can result in civil fines of up to $250 for a first offense and $1,000 for each subsequent offense.

Passed Oct 31, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track

Co-sponsor SB 477

Passed · New Hampshire Senate · Co-sponsor

relative to establishing a commission to review and make recommendations regarding technology-based start-up business support from the state of New Hampshire.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new commission to evaluate how New Hampshire supports technology-based start-up businesses. The commission will include representatives from the state legislature, the governor's office, and private industry sectors such as venture capital and tech alliances. Its main task is to assess the current business ecosystem, compare it with other states, and propose ways to improve funding, tax incentives, and job training opportunities. The group must submit its findings and legislative recommendations to state leaders by November 1, 2024. Additionally, the bill repeals an existing, similar commission to prevent duplication of efforts.

Passed Oct 31, 2024 1 co-sponsor Track