Sen. Dan Innis

Maddy summarySB 158 would have raised the annual funding cap for New Hampshire's Community Development Finance Authority (CDF), allowing it to allocate more public funds to local community development projects. This change would directly affect community development organizations and local governments seeking financing for affordable housing, small business support, and economic revitalization initiatives. The key mechanism would have increased the maximum annual funding limit from its current level, expanding the Authority's capacity to support projects across the state. However, the bill was deemed "Inexpedient to Legislate" under Senate Rule 3-23 on October 31, 2025, and did not advance further.

Maddy summarySB 115 appropriates $28.87 million to fund Phase 2 of the Southern New Hampshire Regional Water Project. This funding will build regional drinking water infrastructure - like pumps, storage tanks, and pipelines - to increase water supply by over 2 million gallons daily for multiple towns affected by PFAS contamination and rising demand. The funds are nonlapsing (won't expire) and ensure no current utility ratepayer faces increased costs from new services funded by this appropriation. The bill directly affects communities in Southern New Hampshire struggling with water quality and supply challenges.

Maddy summarySB 168 regulates online gambling by requiring licensees to pay 45% of their gross gaming revenue. This revenue is split as follows: 35% to charitable organizations, and 65% distributed to three funds - 25% to an education special fund, 25% to reimburse municipalities for tax exemptions (for elderly, disabled, blind, and deaf residents), and 50% to the general fund. The bill directly affects online gambling operators, charities, municipalities, and state education and general funds. It establishes a clear revenue-sharing mechanism without altering gambling rules or creating new taxes.

Maddy summarySB 84 is a procedural bill that only amends the effective date of existing zoning procedures for residential housing, setting it to July 1, 2026. It does not change any substantive zoning rules or affect specific communities or housing types. The bill's sole provision adjusts when current zoning procedures will go into effect. As a procedural amendment with no policy changes, it directly affects the implementation timeline of existing zoning laws. This bill was referred for interim study by committee with a 16-0 vote.

Maddy summarySB 53 would establish legal regulations for the composting of human remains as an alternative to burial or cremation. It directly affects funeral service providers and families choosing this method by setting standards for facilities, processes, and safety. The bill creates a new framework for "natural organic reduction" (human composting) under state oversight. Currently, the bill has been referred to an interim study committee for further review, with no active legislative action taken as of the latest update.

Maddy summarySB 155, titled "relative to highway toll credits," proposes changes to toll credit programs for highway users. The bill's specific provisions and who it directly affects (e.g., drivers, toll-paying commuters) are not detailed in the provided context. As a procedural bill focused on toll credits, it has been referred to multiple committees and is currently under interim study. No concrete policy changes or mechanisms are described in the available information.

Maddy summarySB 39 would create an alternative program for driver education, offering a new pathway for new drivers to meet licensing requirements beyond traditional classroom instruction. It directly affects teenagers and young adults seeking their first driver's license, who typically complete mandatory driver education courses. The bill establishes specific criteria for this alternative program, including curriculum standards and instructor qualifications, to ensure it meets safety and training goals. This policy change would provide an additional option for schools or organizations to deliver driver education, potentially increasing accessibility for students. The bill is currently in committee review with a scheduled hearing.

Maddy summarySB 56 would transfer the responsibilities of the New Hampshire Health and Education Facilities Authority into the Business Finance Authority. This consolidation would combine the management of state-funded health, education, and economic development projects under one agency. The bill directly affects state agencies overseeing financing for facilities like hospitals, schools, and business development initiatives. It aims to streamline operations by eliminating separate administrative structures for these functions.

Maddy summaryHB 144 amends New Hampshire law to update dental licensure requirements. It requires dental hygienists to complete specific training and pass an examination before administering local anesthesia. Additionally, the bill mandates that dentists applying for licensure must graduate from a Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA)-accredited school and hold a D.D.S. or D.M.D. degree. These changes directly affect dental hygienists and dentists seeking licensure in New Hampshire by establishing new educational and examination standards.

Maddy summaryHB 428 clarifies how New Hampshire local governments interact with the state building and fire codes. It allows municipalities to handle permit issuance and fee collection for building projects under the state code, provided their local rules are at least as strict as the state standards. The bill updates definitions to clarify that local enforcement agencies (like building inspectors) can operate under state code while ensuring local rules don't weaken state requirements. It also specifies that technical code changes (like safety standards) remain the state's responsibility, not local governments. This primarily affects local building officials, contractors, and municipalities managing construction oversight.