Committee Summary for House Municipal and County Government (02/17/2026)

Bill/Time	Type	Title	Sponsor
HB1386 00:39:39.040 - 8:34:00 AM	Executive Session	enabling citizens in a municipality to vote to require that a financial audit of the local school district take place.	Andrus, Louise(R)[C+]2025
HB1181 00:45:20.079 - 8:39:41 AM	Executive Session	relative to public hearing notice requirements for zoning board of adjustment appeals.	Litchfield, Melissa(R)[B+]2025
HB1327 00:51:05.040 - 8:45:26 AM	Executive Session	relative to the definition of commercially-zoned land.	Boyd, Bill(R)[C]2025
HB1473 00:54:08.000 - 8:48:29 AM	Executive Session	relative to the use of agricultural fairground property.	Granger, Michael(R)[A+]2025
HB1118 00:58:06.319 - 8:52:27 AM	Executive Session	increasing the limit for moneys remitted to municipal treasurers.	Colby, Eleana (D)[F]2025
HB1147 01:00:55.760 - 8:55:16 AM	Executive Session	relative to the use of capital reserve funds.	Nadeau, Brian(R)[B+]2025
HB1220 01:03:19.839 - 8:57:40 AM	Executive Session	allowing the governing bodies of municipalities, cities, and towns to review and approve school budgets.	Hemingway, Wayne(R)[B]2025
HB1151 01:07:52.799 - 9:02:13 AM	Executive Session	relative to conservation commission appropriations.	Maggiore, Jim(D)[CT]2025
HB1385 01:10:57.040 - 9:05:18 AM	Executive Session	prohibiting the use of negative property tax rates in certain municipalities.	Markell, Jay(R)[B]2025
HB1309 2026-0411h 01:16:17.280 - 9:10:38 AM	Executive Session	relative to town meeting warrants.	Potenza, Kelley(R)[A]2025
HB1369 2026-0321h 01:22:18.800 - 9:16:39 AM	Executive Session	relative to the manner of posting the warrant for a special town meeting.	Beaulier, Calvin(R)[A+]2025
HB1392 01:29:54.639 - 9:24:15 AM	Executive Session	removing the ability of the governing body or budget committee to give a written recommendation about a warrant article on the ballot.	Noble, Kristin(R)[A+]2025
HB1394 01:32:50.159 - 9:27:11 AM	Executive Session	enabling the municipal officers to place a proposed charter amendment on the ballot that changes the form of government of the municipality.	Sweeney, Joe(R)[A]2025
HB1756 01:38:44.960 - 9:33:05 AM	Executive Session	allowing organizations to file for property tax exemptions once and receive those exemptions unless and until a town assessor finds the organization ineligible for an exemption.	Walker, David(R)[B+]2025
HB1583 01:42:30.719 - 9:36:51 AM	Executive Session	permitting municipalities to establish special assessment districts for infrastructure improvements.	Sweeney, Joe(R)[A]2025
HB1085 01:48:16.000 - 9:42:37 AM	Executive Session	relative to the authority of police commissions.	Guzofski, James(R)[B+]2025
HB1135 2026-0731h 01:52:27.920 - 9:46:48 AM	Executive Session	prohibiting the acquisition of prescriptive rights in private roads through adverse use.	Aylward, Deborah(R)[B+]2025
HB1303 01:57:58.480 - 9:52:19 AM	Executive Session	authorizing municipalities to adopt zoning ordinances related to the protection, management, or replacement of tree canopy.	Vail, Suzanne(D)[CT]2025
HB1351 02:01:32.639 - 9:55:53 AM	Executive Session	relative to uniform municipal standards for regulation of home-based businesses.	Beaulier, Calvin(R)[A+]2025
HB1107 02:28:36.080 - 10:22:57 AM	Executive Session	enabling municipal budget committees to have alternate members.	Vallone, Mark(D)[D-]2025
HB1512 02:34:16.399 - 10:28:37 AM	Executive Session	allowing municipalities to hold a vote to prevent their residents from receiving education freedom account vouchers.	Read, Ellen(D)[D]2025
HB1027 2024-0425h 02:37:45.920 - 10:32:06 AM	Executive Session	subjecting appropriations of local conservation commissions to the approval of local governing bodies.	Stavis, Laurel(D)[CT]2025
HB1581 2026-597h 04:17:38.399 - 12:11:59 PM	Executive Session	requiring municipalities to give notice to property owners when the assessed value of their property changes.	Wherry, Robert(R)[A-]2025
HB1581 2026-0597h 04:19:31.760 - 12:13:52 PM	Executive Session	requiring municipalities to give notice to property owners when the assessed value of their property changes.	Wherry, Robert(R)[A-]2025
HB1137 04:49:56.240 - 12:44:17 PM	Executive Session	relative to municipal budget committee membership.	Pauer, Diane(R)[A]2025
HB1526 2026-0694h 04:59:49.200 - 12:54:10 PM	Executive Session	relative to the adopting of a municipal budget committee and electing members thereof.	Wherry, Robert(R)[A-]2025
Unclear 05:07:24.878 - 1:01:45 PM	General Working Session	Unclear
HB1213 2026-048h 05:20:24.638 - 1:14:45 PM	Executive Session	relative to the number, selection, and terms of town highway agents.	Wherry, Robert(R)[A-]2025
HB1516 2026-0610H 05:35:13.760 - 1:29:34 PM	Executive Session	requiring municipalities to produce pie charts, bar charts, and QR codes on property tax bills depicting where and how tax dollars are being allocated.	Labrie, Brian(R)[A-]2025
HB1131 05:50:47.280 - 1:45:08 PM	Executive Session	relative to the official ballot referendum form of town meetings.	Pauer, Diane(R)[A]2025
HB1195 2026-0724h 05:56:38.558 - 1:50:59 PM	Public Hearing	relative to municipal zoning requirements for child day care providers.	Paige, David(D)[F]2025
HB1195 2026-0724h 05:58:52.000 - 1:53:13 PM	Executive Session	relative to municipal zoning requirements for child day care providers.	Paige, David(D)[F]2025
HB1195 2026-0738h 06:22:07.280 - 2:16:28 PM	Executive Session	relative to municipal zoning requirements for child day care providers.	Paige, David(D)[F]2025
HB1195 2026-0724h 06:34:27.520 - 2:28:48 PM	Executive Session	relative to municipal zoning requirements for child day care providers.	Paige, David(D)[F]2025
HB1691 06:37:48.478 - 2:32:09 PM	Executive Session	relative to limitations and qualifications for land placed in current use.	Read, Ellen(D)[D]2025
HB1434 06:41:48.000 - 2:36:09 PM	Executive Session	enabling municipalities to vote to allow the sale of Keno.	Turcotte, Len(R)[B]2025
HB1273 2026-0265h 06:51:02.878 - 2:45:23 PM	Executive Session	enabling municipal support and incentives for residential flood resilience improvements.	Muns, Chris(D)[CT]2025
HB1575 2026-0294h 07:02:02.558 - 2:56:23 PM	Executive Session	relative to the determination of the default budget by the budget committee.	Boehm, Ralph(R)[B]2025

HB1386: Representative Davis Oppose00:39:39.040 - 8:34:00 AM; Moved inexpedient to legislate (ITL) on HB 1386, arguing that audits are costly, school district finances are well-managed, and the bill imposes an unconstitutional unfunded mandate and is overly prescriptive.
HB1386: Representative Stavis Oppose00:40:41.839 - 8:35:02 AM; Supported the ITL motion, explaining that a forensic audit is for discovering fraud, which school boards can already initiate if needed, and differs from a regular financial audit.
HB1386: Representative Grund Oppose00:41:57.280 - 8:36:18 AM; Added to the discussion that existing laws already allow school district audits, state-initiated audits, required financial reporting, and citizen petitions for warrant articles, making the bill unnecessary.
HB1386: Representative Power (Chair) Oppose00:41:57.280 - 8:36:18 AM; Concluded that the bill's new process for petitioning audits is redundant and misses the mark, as current statutes cover the needs, and voted ITL.
HB1181: Representative McDonald Oppose00:45:20.079 - 8:39:41 AM; Moved ITL on HB 1181FN, expressing concern that some communities lack internet access and town websites, so newspaper publication should continue for meeting notices.
HB1181: Representative Frock Oppose00:46:29.920 - 8:40:50 AM; Supported ITL, noting that newspaper publication provides independent third-party verification of notice publication.
HB1181: Representative Power (Chair) Oppose00:47:26.400 - 8:41:47 AM; Emphasized inconsistent public notice requirements across statutes, the need for third-party archival notice for court purposes, unreliability of websites, and that newspaper is the best way for wide-reaching legal notice; voted ITL.
HB1327: Representative Majori Oppose00:51:05.040 - 8:45:26 AM; Moved inexpedient to legislate (ITL) because the sponsor was not available to provide information or answer questions, emphasizing the need for due diligence despite the bill seeming reasonable on the surface.
HB1473: Representative Stavis Oppose00:54:08.000 - 8:48:29 AM; Moved ITL due to the sponsor not appearing to present the bill, preventing the committee from asking critical questions, despite hearing from the public.
HB1473: Representative Grund Oppose00:55:00.640 - 8:49:21 AM; Supported ITL, noting that without the prime sponsor or designee explaining the bill, the testimony from the public can be one-sided, and the committee cannot perform due diligence.
HB1118: Representative Grund Support00:58:06.319 - 8:52:27 AM; Moved ought to pass, explaining that the bill increases the threshold from $500 to $3500 before funds need to be deposited in the bank, which is reasonable given current permit fees and prevents daily bank runs in smaller towns, improving efficiency.
HB1147: Representative Stavis Oppose01:00:55.760 - 8:55:16 AM; Moved ITL because the sponsor did not appear to explain the reasoning behind the bill.
HB1220: Representative Gilman Oppose01:03:19.839 - 8:57:40 AM; Moved ITL, stating the bill is too cumbersome and burdensome for governing bodies, and school boards are better equipped to handle their budgets.
HB1220: Representative Grund Oppose01:04:27.920 - 8:58:48 AM; Supported ITL, highlighting that towns and schools are separate legal entities, creating conflicts in cooperative districts, removing voter control, and causing complications with budget committees, cooperative boards, and legal issues with contracts.
HB1220: Unidentified Representative Oppose01:05:44.400 - 9:00:05 AM; Supported ITL, noting the bill's problematic drafting under school administrative units (SAUs) instead of school boards, technical deficiencies, and placement under alternative budget procedures for SAUs.
HB1151: Representative Majori Support01:07:52.799 - 9:02:13 AM; Moved ought to pass, describing it as housekeeping to ensure consistent language citing town and city treasurers in the statute for conservation commission appropriations.
HB1151: Unidentified Representative Support01:08:47.600 - 9:03:08 AM; Commented that this is the simplest bill before the committee.
HB1385: Representative Walker Oppose01:10:57.040 - 9:05:18 AM; Moved ITL without additional comments.
HB1385: Representative Majori Information Only01:11:58.560 - 9:06:19 AM; Commented that while initially skeptical, testimony revealed interesting aspects about negative tax rates worth considering for future legislation.
HB1385: Unidentified Representative Oppose01:13:06.000 - 9:07:27 AM; Supported ITL, explaining that the RAND decision addressed negative education tax rates to offset sweeps, but the practice ended in 2025 per DRA testimony; DRA will not use negative rates; negative municipal rates do not offset sweeps; and prohibiting them could harm municipalities with excess revenues from sources like timber taxes.
HB1385: Unidentified Representative Oppose01:13:52.560 - 9:08:13 AM; The speaker explains that setting a negative municipal tax rate is possible without affecting liability, as in the Rand case. They argue the bill is unnecessary and would break other laws, supporting the motion for inexpedient to legislate.
HB1309 2026-0411h: Representative Davis Support01:16:17.280 - 9:10:38 AM; Representative Davis introduces amendment 2026-0411h, explaining it changes the bill's language from 'without deception or deliberate ambiguity' to 'clearly and without commentary or ambiguity' to achieve the sponsor's intent while improving clarity.
HB1309 2026-0411h: Representative Stavis Support01:18:58.320 - 9:13:19 AM; Representative Stavis moves ought to pass as amended, sharing their background as a writer and editor, emphasizing the value of concise and clear language, and expressing joy in crafting the amendment.
HB1309 2026-0411h: Representative Grund Support01:20:10.400 - 9:14:31 AM; Representative Grund briefly supports the amendment and ought to pass as amended, agreeing that short, concise language is appreciated.
HB1369 2026-0321h: Madame Chair Support01:22:18.800 - 9:16:39 AM; The Chair offers amendment 2026-0321h, explaining it ensures warrants are published in a newspaper if one exists and posted on the town website if maintained, but website posting is additional and not a substitute for newspaper publication to maintain universal access and align statutes.
HB1369 2026-0321h: Representative McDonald Support01:27:32.880 - 9:21:53 AM; Representative McDonald moves ought to pass as amended, deferring to the Chair's explanation without additional comments.
HB1392: Representative Majori Vote01:29:54.639 - 9:24:15 AM; Moved inexpedient to legislate on HB 1392, noting the sponsor did not appear to introduce the bill, preventing the committee from conducting due diligence and asking questions to uncover facts.
HB1392: Representative Karazinski Vote01:29:54.639 - 9:24:15 AM; Seconded the motion for inexpedient to legislate on HB 1392.
HB1392: Committee Members Vote01:30:51.199 - 9:25:12 AM; The motion for inexpedient to legislate on HB 1392 passed unanimously 17-0. Representative Frack volunteered to write the report.
HB1394: Representative Davis Vote01:32:50.159 - 9:27:11 AM; Moved inexpedient to legislate on HB 1394, explaining it addresses a problem for one town but the committee tradition is not to pass legislation fixing issues for a single municipality, as it could have far-reaching negative consequences on the charter commission process.
HB1394: Representative Majori Vote01:32:50.159 - 9:27:11 AM; Seconded the motion for inexpedient to legislate on HB 1394. Explained that an amendment was considered but upon review of current RSAs, the bill is too broad, tampers with existing processes, and what it seeks to do can already be achieved under current law, making it unnecessary and imprudent.
HB1394: Representative Davis Vote01:42:30.719 - 9:36:51 AM; Supported the inexpedient to legislate motion, reiterating concerns about special assessments acting as taxes without voter approval, lack of safeguards like advisory boards in TIF districts, and issues with local governance.
HB1394: Committee Members Vote01:33:48.080 - 9:28:09 AM; The motion for inexpedient to legislate on HB 1394 passed unanimously 17-0. Representative Davis volunteered to write the report.
HB1756: Representative Walker Vote01:38:44.960 - 9:33:05 AM; Moved ought to pass on HB 1756FN, stating it corrects a 2022-2023 problem where charitable organizations lost status due to late filings, by making the application process every 5 years, aligning with other exemptions.
HB1756: Representative Kerazinski Vote01:38:44.960 - 9:33:05 AM; Seconded the motion for ought to pass on HB 1756FN.
HB1756: Representative Majori Vote01:39:50.639 - 9:34:11 AM; Supported the ought to pass motion, thanking the chair and Representative Walker for addressing a problem identified in a prior study committee, noting it is a simple fix supported by all and benefits communities.
HB1756: Committee Members Vote01:40:36.960 - 9:34:57 AM; The motion for ought to pass on HB 1756FN passed unanimously 17-0. Representative Walker volunteered to write the report.
HB1583: Representative Gilman Vote01:42:30.719 - 9:36:51 AM; Moved inexpedient to legislate on HB 1583, expressing concern that while the intent is to avoid TIF voting, the bill does not cover general infrastructure like sidewalks, water, and sewer in existing areas, and what it seeks can already be done under current RSAs including 80, 33, 231, and 162-K.
HB1583: Representative Walker Vote01:42:30.719 - 9:36:51 AM; Seconded the motion for inexpedient to legislate on HB 1583.
HB1583: Representative Davis Vote01:44:44.480 - 9:39:05 AM; Supported the inexpedient to legislate motion, noting special assessments are like taxes without voter input, exceed normal local governance bounds, and lack safeguards like TIF advisory boards for oversight.
HB1583: Committee Members Vote01:46:04.560 - 9:40:25 AM; The motion for inexpedient to legislate on HB 1583 passed unanimously 17-0. Representative Gilman volunteered to write the report.
HB1085: Representative Gerard Vote01:48:16.000 - 9:42:37 AM; Moved inexpedient to legislate on HB 1085.
HB1085: Representative Stavis Vote01:48:16.000 - 9:42:37 AM; Seconded the motion for inexpedient to legislate on HB 1085.
HB1085: Representative Grund Vote01:49:12.400 - 9:43:33 AM; Struggled with the bill but supported ITL, questioning why police commissions are singled out for limited authority on transfers when other departments are not, viewing it as legislating for one person's town issue, which the committee avoids.
HB1085: Unnamed Speaker Vote01:49:12.400 - 9:43:33 AM; Supported ITL, arguing the bill unnecessarily removes duties and powers from police commissions to the governing body, creating an unnecessary concentration of power.
HB1085: Committee Members Vote01:50:31.760 - 9:44:52 AM; The motion for inexpedient to legislate on HB 1085 passed unanimously 17-0. Representative Gerard volunteered to write the report.
HB1135 2026-0731h: Representative Elward Vote01:52:27.920 - 9:46:48 AM; Moved to accept amendment 2026-0731h to HB 1135, explaining it protects private roads and trails held in common from adverse or prescriptive use, similar to public property protections under RSA 477:34, with stakeholder support, addressed NHMA concerns on utilities, and extended effective date to 120 days.
HB1135 2026-0731h: Representative Walker Vote01:52:27.920 - 9:46:48 AM; Seconded the motion to accept amendment 2026-0731h to HB 1135.
HB1135 2026-0731h: Representative Elwood Vote01:56:09.840 - 9:50:30 AM; Moved to pass HB 1135 with amendment 2026-0731h, noting lack of questions from the committee indicating satisfaction.
HB1303: Representative Gerard Oppose01:57:58.480 - 9:52:19 AM; Moved for inexpedient to legislate on HB 1303, expressing concerns that adopting zoning ordinances to regulate tree canopies could be difficult and impact local communities, such as roadsides.
HB1351: Representative Grund Oppose02:01:32.639 - 9:55:53 AM; Moved for inexpedient to legislate on HB 1351, arguing it removes local control from zoning, affects HOAs and private roads, questions the definition of low impact, and raises issues with setbacks, wetlands, septic, and separation of incompatible uses, emphasizing that towns already have processes for homebased businesses.
HB1351: Representative Majori Oppose02:03:25.440 - 9:57:46 AM; Supported the ITL motion, highlighting issues with minimizing and neutralizing impacts in the bill, questioning enforcement and appeals, and stating the bill is poorly written and creates more problems than it solves.
HB1351: Representative Frock Oppose02:04:37.119 - 9:58:58 AM; Supported the ITL motion, criticizing the bill's vague language such as 'ordinary residential signage' and general standards for noise, odor, etc., noting that standards need to be specific and the bill lacks guidance.
HB1351: Chair (general comments) Information Only02:04:37.119 - 9:58:58 AM; Echoed previous comments, understanding the sponsor's intent but noting the bill needs work to address concerns raised in hearings, suggesting possible refiling in the future.
HB1351: Representative Stavis Oppose02:06:03.040 - 10:00:24 AM; Supported the ITL motion, finding the 'findings and purpose' section out of character, questioning 'ministerial registration,' and arguing the bill is unworkable, vague, and undermines local control.
HB1107: Representative Karazinski Oppose02:28:36.080 - 10:22:57 AM; Moved for inexpedient to legislate on HB 1107, stating that budget committees need all members present when assembling the budget and do not require alternates during the year.
HB1107: Representative Majori Information Only02:29:50.399 - 10:24:11 AM; Expressed liking the bill for succession planning but noted alternates require commitment, and budget work is intense over a short period unlike other boards; indicated intent to vote OTP despite understanding ITL.
HB1107: Unidentified Representative Oppose02:30:52.720 - 10:25:13 AM; Supported ITL, questioning the need for alternates on budget committees based on experience chairing one, suggesting the bill addresses a specific entity's issue, and noting technical deficiencies as it does not address co-op budget committees in statute.
HB1107: Unidentified Representative Information Only02:30:52.720 - 10:25:13 AM; The representative was finishing their remarks on HB 1107 as the executive session concluded.
HB1512: Representative Jillerbrook Oppose02:34:16.399 - 10:28:37 AM; Moved for inexpedient to legislate (ITL) on HB 1512, stating that education freedom accounts are established in state law and any local attempt to subvert them would be unconstitutional.
HB1512: Representative Guthrie Oppose02:34:16.399 - 10:28:37 AM; Supported the ITL motion, noting the bill attempts to stop students from participating in the program, which they believe is unconstitutional, but emphasized this is not the proper way to address it.
HB1512: Unidentified Representative Oppose02:35:08.640 - 10:29:29 AM; Supported ITL, agreeing with prior comments and adding that no federal or state program eligibility can be overridden by local vote, so the bill should be deemed inexpedient to legislate.
HB1027 2024-0425h: Representative McDonald Information Only02:37:45.920 - 10:32:06 AM; Initially moved for ITL on HB 1027 but withdrew the motion to consider an amendment.
HB1027 2024-0425h: Representative Stavis Support02:38:46.880 - 10:33:07 AM; Presented amendment 2024-0425h, which adds a requirement for approval by the local governing body after a properly noticed public hearing per RSA 675:7. Explained that it ensures transparency in conservation commissions' use of funds for land under easement, allowing taxpayer input and alignment with community master plans, and urged support for both amendment and bill.
HB1027 2024-0425h: Representative McDonald Oppose02:42:20.560 - 10:36:41 AM; After amendment failed, moved for ITL on HB 1027, noting that conservation commissions are separate entities.
HB1027 2024-0425h: Representative McDonald Oppose02:43:20.399 - 10:37:41 AM; Representative McDonald argues against the bill, stating that conservation commissions need to make quick, discreet land purchases to avoid losing properties to developers, and that additional phases for permission could delay decisions indefinitely. He notes no problems in his community and views the bill as a carve-out for one community, preferring local solutions over statewide laws.
HB1027 2024-0425h: Representative Rung Oppose02:44:19.680 - 10:38:40 AM; Representative Rung expresses concern about the bill, citing the example in Merrimack where land purchases are negotiated non-publicly but require public hearing, deliberative session, and ballot vote for approval. She emphasizes the importance of transparency and accountability in handling potentially multimillion-dollar purchases.
HB1027 2024-0425h: Representative Grund Oppose02:45:23.439 - 10:39:44 AM; Representative Grund builds on Representative Rung's points, noting that in his town, conservation commissions seek bond warrants for land purchases without further public approval once passed. He supports the bill's transparency by requiring voter approval for expenditures, preventing unchecked spending.
HB1027 2024-0425h: Representative Walker Information Only02:46:29.680 - 10:40:50 AM; Representative Walker understands the bill's intent and agrees with its principle. In Rochester, the conservation commission must get city council approval for land purchases as per the city charter, suggesting other towns could amend their charters similarly without statewide legislation.
HB1027 2024-0425h: Representative Majori Support02:46:29.680 - 10:40:50 AM; Representative Majori prefers the bill with the amendment for its public hearing guarantee but will support it as written, believing governing body approval adds transparency. He references Northampton's past initiative where public hearings ensured transparency for conservation purchases, valuing public involvement.
HB1027 2024-0425h: Representative Davis Oppose02:47:31.760 - 10:41:52 AM; Representative Davis responds to Representative McDonald, pointing out that comments from representatives of multiple municipalities show the issue affects more than one community, countering the idea that the bill is a carve-out.
HB1027 2024-0425h: Unidentified Representative Oppose02:48:30.720 - 10:42:51 AM; The unidentified representative believes the bill's goals can be achieved under current RSA through city charters or optional powers in RSA 36-A:4A, which already require governing body approval and transparency. He views the bill as duplicative and supports inexpedient to legislate (ITL).
HB1581 2026-597h: Representative McDonald Support04:17:38.399 - 12:11:59 PM; Representative McDonald introduces amendment 2026-597h, which makes the bill enabling for municipalities to adopt. It requires notification within 14 calendar days if a property's assessed value increases by $1,000 or more, addressing committee concerns from the hearing.
HB1581 2026-0597h: Representative (unidentified) Information Only04:19:31.760 - 12:13:52 PM; The speaker explains that the amendment makes the provision optional for municipalities to notify property owners of assessment changes via postcard, addressing concerns about unfunded mandates and constitutional violations under RSA 28A.
HB1581 2026-0597h: Representative Guthrie Information Only04:19:31.760 - 12:13:52 PM; Representative Guthrie thanks the chair for the amendment making the provision optional but questions why 'shall' remains in line 17, potentially keeping it mandatory.
HB1581 2026-0597h: Representative McDonald Information Only04:20:52.800 - 12:15:13 PM; Representative McDonald clarifies that the provision is optional; municipalities can adopt it via petition or warrant article, and 'shall' in line 17 refers to putting the question on the official ballot if adopted.
HB1581 2026-0597h: Representative Guthrie Oppose04:20:52.800 - 12:15:13 PM; Representative Guthrie remains uncomfortable with 'shall' in line 17.
HB1581 2026-0597h: Representative Rung Information Only04:20:52.800 - 12:15:13 PM; Representative Rung notes that towns can already send assessment change notices without the bill, but not all do due to costs; the bill provides an optional local control mechanism via voter or legislative adoption.
HB1581 2026-0597h: Representative Rung (follow-up) Information Only04:23:00.080 - 12:17:21 PM; Representative Rung expresses concern that putting the optional provision on the ballot may not inform voters of costs, potentially adding to the budget or default budget without clear disclosure.
HB1581 2026-0597h: Representative Davis Oppose04:24:12.560 - 12:18:33 PM; Representative Davis agrees towns can already notify but argues the bill's original intent was mandatory notification; the amendment removes its effectiveness and adds ballot costs, making it inconsistent with the heard testimony.
HB1581 2026-0597h: Representative Grunt Oppose04:25:23.439 - 12:19:44 PM; Representative Grunt worries that if the ballot question fails, it would prohibit sending notifications, making the amendment problematic.
HB1581 2026-0597h: Unidentified Representative Information Only04:25:23.439 - 12:19:44 PM; An unidentified representative disagrees with Representative Grunt's conclusion that a failed ballot would prohibit notifications.
HB1581 2026-0597h: Representative McDonald Support04:27:00.319 - 12:21:21 PM; Representative McDonald moves to accept amendment 2026-0597h and clarifies line 17 requires ballot placement for the question if addressing the issue, emphasizing it's enabling and optional.
HB1581 2026-0597h: Representative Guthrie Support04:28:08.159 - 12:22:29 PM; Representative Guthrie, despite voting no on the amendment, supports the ought to pass motion as the bill does no harm.
HB1581 2026-0597h: Representative Grunt Oppose04:28:08.159 - 12:22:29 PM; Representative Grunt reiterates concern that a 'no' vote on the warrant article means no funding or action for notifications, opposing the bill.
HB1137: Representative Walker Support04:49:56.240 - 12:44:17 PM; Representative Walker moves for ought to pass on HB 1137, which makes governing body-appointed budget committee members non-voting ex officio to align with changes made for co-op budget committees in HB 348 (2025), ensuring consistent statutes across municipal and co-op entities to avoid patchwork RSAs.
HB1137: Representative (unidentified, likely chair) Information Only04:49:56.240 - 12:44:17 PM; The chair explains the bill aligns municipal budget committees with prior co-op changes, preventing appointed members from having voting rights to avoid 'two bites at the apple' since they are not elected.
HB1137: Representative Gilman Oppose04:52:10.560 - 12:46:31 PM; Representative Gilman understands the issue but objects to following other committees' decisions; argues non-voting contradicts ex officio definition, which implies voting by position, and suggests caucus leadership should review bill conflicts.
HB1137: Representative (unidentified) Information Only04:53:28.240 - 12:47:49 PM; The speaker clarifies that 'non-voting ex officio' means appointed members cannot vote, aligning with prior law, and emphasizes consistency between municipal and co-op budget committee statutes.
HB1137: Representative Majority Oppose04:54:46.480 - 12:49:07 PM; Representative Majority stresses ex officio means full voting power; removing it creates even-numbered boards (e.g., 6 or 8 members) leading to ties and failures, objecting to the change.
HB1137: Representative Frack Oppose04:56:01.120 - 12:50:22 PM; Representative Frack agrees with colleagues, noting ex officio members typically have full participation and voting rights on governmental boards in the state, seeing no reason to deny this for budget committees.
HB1137: Committee Chair Information Only04:56:48.160 - 12:51:09 PM; The chair calls the roll for the motion on HB 1137. The vote is announced as 12 yes to 5 no, recommending ought to pass. After checking, the vote stands. The recommendation goes to the regular calendar. The majority report will be written by the chair, and the minority report by Representative Gilman. The executive session on HB 1137 is closed.
HB1526 2026-0694h: Representative McDonald Support04:59:49.200 - 12:54:10 PM; Offers amendment 2026-0694h to HB 1526, which prescribes wording for official ballot questions under various RSA sections for forming the budget committee after municipal vote. Explains it sets procedures for initial appointments and elections. Later moves for ought to pass with amendment, relying on previous testimony.
HB1526 2026-0694h: Committee Chair Information Only05:01:03.200 - 12:55:24 PM; Calls roll for amendment, which passes 10-7. Calls roll for ought to pass with amendment, which passes 10-7. Recommendation goes to regular calendar. Representative McDonald to write majority report, Representative Grund minority report. Closes executive session.
HB1526 2026-0694h: Representative Majori Information Only05:02:05.680 - 12:56:26 PM; Questions if the bill needs to reference back to HB 1137 for an ex officio nonvoting member. Is informed it's not necessary due to drafting and uncertain passage of the prior bill.
HB1526 2026-0694h: Representative Grund Oppose05:04:10.400 - 12:58:31 PM; Raises concern that wording in the amendment about assisting voters in prudent appropriation of public funds is narrative and leading, inappropriate for a warrant article. Notes it's already in statute and suggests filing a bill to remove it if disliked.
Unclear: Committee Chair Information Only05:07:24.878 - 1:01:45 PM; Announces next bills to take up: HB 1213, HB 1516FN, and HB 1131. Grants Representative Stavis's request for a 10-minute caucus.
HB1213 2026-048h: Representative McDonald Support05:20:24.638 - 1:14:45 PM; Introduces amendment 2026-048h to HB 1213, dealing with appointment of highway agent and terms. States it allows for one elected highway agent for one-year term unless town votes to change under RSA 231:62, or adopt provisions for appointed agent under RSA 231:64 with terms of one, two, or three years changeable under RSA 231:62-a.
HB1213 2026-048h: Representative Majori Information Only05:21:41.680 - 1:16:02 PM; Notes the amendment adds language to RSA 231:64, questions if it was discussed in the original bill as they cannot find reference to it.
HB1213 2026-048h: Unidentified Representative Information Only05:22:29.600 - 1:16:50 PM; Explains that the amendment was brought by the prime sponsor to fix a missing section in the original bill draft.
HB1213 2026-048h: Representative Gilman Information Only05:22:29.600 - 1:16:50 PM; Points out potential confusion in the bill language regarding lines 13 and 20, questioning if the legislative body votes to appoint and then elects a highway agent.
HB1213 2026-048h: Prime Sponsor Support05:23:38.958 - 1:17:59 PM; Describes the bill's purpose to clarify the confusing RSA section on highway agents, road agents, and DPW directors. Notes that the New Hampshire Municipal Association acknowledged the confusion, and the bill standardizes selection processes to address improper applications across the state.
HB1213 2026-048h: Representative Stavis Oppose05:25:11.200 - 1:19:32 PM; Expresses that the amendment bewilders rather than clarifies, stating the wording is confusing in every amended section and the bill is not ready.
HB1213 2026-048h: Representative R Information Only05:25:57.040 - 1:20:18 PM; Suggests interim study by a broader committee including senators, reps, and NH Municipal Association to address concerns for all of New Hampshire, rather than relying on a local study.
HB1213 2026-048h: Prime Sponsor (follow-up) Support05:25:57.040 - 1:20:18 PM; Responds that the bill originated from a local study committee that examined municipalities statewide, revealing confusion. Reiterates that the bill provides clarity and is ready to fix the issue now, suggesting unfamiliarity might cause perceived confusion in some municipalities.
HB1213 2026-048h: Representative R (follow-up) Information Only05:27:33.520 - 1:21:54 PM; Clarifies the suggestion for a broader study committee beyond the local one, noting concerns from their town of Merrimack.
HB1213 2026-048h: Representative Grund Information Only05:27:33.520 - 1:21:54 PM; Asks if a report from the study committee is available, as it usually provides recommendations.
HB1213 2026-048h: Representative Majori Information Only05:27:33.520 - 1:21:54 PM; Notes that testimony lacks details on the study committee, its commissioning, funding, or participants, suggesting a pause to investigate before proceeding.
HB1213 2026-048h: Prime Sponsor (final comment) Support05:27:33.520 - 1:21:54 PM; Defends the bill as a good faith effort to clarify the RSA without added complexity.
HB1213 2026-048h: Unidentified Representative Information Only05:29:48.080 - 1:24:09 PM; Responds that comments are not ascribing motive or making things dire, but highlighting lack of understanding of the wording, absence of the study report, and factual concerns.
HB1213 2026-048h: Representative Davis Support05:29:48.080 - 1:24:09 PM; Apologizes for using 'dire' and states they do not share the disposition of some members regarding the bill's clarity.
HB1516 2026-0610H: Representative McDonald Information Only05:35:13.760 - 1:29:34 PM; Introduces amendment 2026-0610H to HB 1516FN, making it enabling legislation so municipalities can choose to implement the requirements or not. Addresses concerns from the hearing about it being an unfunded mandate by making it optional.
HB1516 2026-0610H: Representative Frack Oppose05:37:03.680 - 1:31:24 PM; Questions the need for the legislation if towns are already allowed to produce such charts and QR codes without prohibition.
HB1516 2026-0610H: Representative Wrong Information Only05:37:50.878 - 1:32:11 PM; Expresses concerns about the specific language requiring 10-year line graphs on the ballot if adopted, noting it is arbitrary and does not capture significant past events like the 2013-2014 state reduction in NH retirement system contributions that impacted property taxes. Suggests preferring pie charts and multi-year line graphs for better voter information.
HB1516 2026-0610H: Representative Dolan Support05:38:48.638 - 1:33:09 PM; Despite not liking the bill's structure, supports it because it is now enabling legislation.
HB1516 2026-0610H: Representative Majori Information Only05:38:48.638 - 1:33:09 PM; Raises a question about line 14 of the amendment regarding 'links to approved budgets and meeting minutes,' suggesting clarification on whose meeting minutes (e.g., budget committee, select board) to avoid overly broad requests for all town meetings.
HB1516 2026-0610H: Representative Gilman Information Only05:39:53.920 - 1:34:14 PM; Notes that the amendment improves the bill but does not address the original concern of explaining year-to-year budget changes, such as retired bonds or state-mandated requirements, in the 10-year graph or pie chart.
HB1516 2026-0610H: Representative Davis Information Only05:40:56.718 - 1:35:17 PM; Questions the vague wording on line 18 of the amendment about 'published information on the municipal website or publicly,' emphasizing the need for clarity on what 'publicly' means, especially after recent detailed legislation on public notice.
HB1516 2026-0610H: Representative Grund Information Only05:43:57.440 - 1:38:18 PM; Appreciates the enabling aspect but questions the practicality of posting required information (pie chart, 10-year line graph, links to budgets and minutes) in a physical public location without a website, including confusion over listing a physical address and whether full meeting minutes would need to be posted as paper.
HB1516 2026-0610H: Representative McDonald (response) Information Only05:45:13.600 - 1:39:34 PM; Clarifies that for physical posting, such as at a public library, the address would be listed on the tax bill. Regarding links in a physical context, it would mean posting the actual meeting minutes and approved budgets as paper documents.
HB1516 2026-0610H: Representative Davis Oppose05:47:35.760 - 1:41:56 PM; Representative Davis expressed concern that if the committee members with their collective years of experience cannot understand the language of the bill and the amendment, there is something wrong with it. She noted that although the amendment had just been passed, she could not support the bill with the amendment due to lack of understanding.
HB1131: Representative Dolan Support05:50:47.280 - 1:45:08 PM; Representative Dolan moved for ought to pass without amendment, describing the bill as simple and supportive of passing it as is.
HB1131: Representative Dolan Support05:51:43.200 - 1:46:04 PM; Representative Dolan explained that the bill restores the original process of placing the question to adopt SB2 on the official ballot, aligning it with other forms of local government changes like adopting or rescinding charters. He noted that a 2019 change was made without full understanding, and this bill realigns adoption of SB2 with standard practices under RSAs for town and municipal government changes.
HB1195 2026-0724h: Representative McDonald Support05:56:38.558 - 1:50:59 PM; Representative McDonald introduced amendment 2026-0724h to HB 1195, stating that it clears up issues raised during the hearing and allows child care in residential areas to address community needs.
HB1195 2026-0724h: Representative McDonald Information Only05:58:00.240 - 1:52:21 PM; Representative McDonald added that the amendment was carefully developed with the prime sponsor, incorporating stakeholder input from the hearing. It is a reasonable measure to increase child care availability for working individuals in New Hampshire by permitting home-based and family-based child care options.
HB1195 2026-0724h: Representative Majori Oppose05:58:52.000 - 1:53:13 PM; Representative Majori opposes the amendment because it transfers local zoning authority to DHS in an unprecedented way, concentrating power at the state level. She is concerned about how DHS will handle enforcement, site plan review, safety, traffic, and other issues without local input. She notes that family and group child day care is already allowed by right in residential communities and sees no need for this shift in authority.
HB1195 2026-0724h: Representative Davis Oppose06:00:03.600 - 1:54:24 PM; Representative Davis echoes concerns about the amendment, highlighting the three-year DHS license cycle as too long for home daycare centers without sufficient oversight. She notes the lack of testimony from DHS and that only commercial providers were heard from, not other stakeholders. She questions how the bill expands daycare access given low wages around $10.25 per hour, which lead to staffing shortages and center failures.
HB1195 2026-0724h: Representative R. Oppose06:01:16.000 - 1:55:37 PM; Representative R. expresses confusion and opposition to the amendment's provisions exempting family or group child care from local site plan review up to 30 children capacity. She worries about traffic, neighborhood hazards, and safety in residential areas housing up to 29 children daily. She emphasizes that the core child care issue is workforce shortages, not capacity, and cites a recent child care center ribbon cutting where staffing was the main problem.
HB1195 2026-0724h: Representative Kerazinski Information Only06:03:11.920 - 1:57:32 PM; Representative Kerazinski seeks clarification that the first part of the amendment addresses residential child care and the second part commercial, which is confirmed by the chair.
HB1195 2026-0724h: Representative Grund Oppose06:04:14.400 - 1:58:35 PM; Representative Grund agrees with prior points on local control and appreciates the amendment's language preserving private covenants like homeowners associations. However, she opposes overriding local zoning, noting recent enabling legislation for home-based businesses and educational pods. She argues daycares can already open via local processes but are limited by workforce shortages, not zoning, and supports enabling towns rather than mandating changes.
HB1195 2026-0724h: Representative Frock Oppose06:05:29.760 - 1:59:50 PM; Representative Frock references witness testimony claiming site plan review delays daycare openings, but counters that the longest delay in a provided timeline was DHS licensing, not the optional 30-day site plan review or conditional use appeal period. Applicants can proceed at their own risk during appeals.
HB1195 2026-0724h: Representative Gilman Oppose06:07:37.200 - 2:01:58 PM; Representative Gilman reiterates that current RSA enables towns to vote on allowing child care by right or via conditional use permits. She opposes mandating changes, preferring enabling procedures that respect local decisions, as seen in other bills, since options are already available.
HB1195 2026-0724h: Clerk (roll call) Vote06:09:03.680 - 2:03:24 PM; The clerk calls the roll for the motion to accept amendment 2026-0724h to HB 1195. Votes: Yes - McDonald, Guthrie, Dolan, Elward, France, Kerosinski, Murphy, Walker, Chair; No - Stavis, Gilman, Majori, Frock, Gerard, Grunt, R. The motion passes 10-7.
HB1195 2026-0724h: Representative McDonald Information Only06:10:11.520 - 2:04:32 PM; Representative McDonald moves for a further motion after the amendment is accepted, but the transcript cuts off.
HB1195 2026-0724h: Representative Majori Information Only06:10:57.280 - 2:05:18 PM; Representative Majori inquires about submitting her own amendment, seeking clarity on procedure since the bill is still open. She understands it can be offered if the pending OTPA motion fails, and requests confirmation from the chair amid some confusion.
HB1195 2026-0738h: Representative Majori Support06:22:07.280 - 2:16:28 PM; Representative Majori introduces amendment 2026-0738h, which strikes the section allowing daycare centers in residential zones. He expresses concerns about removing local control and handing it to DHS without input. The amendment allows child care centers in commercially zoned lands by right, ensures site plan review, and maintains existing permissions in residential areas via conditional use permits. He urges colleagues to accept it to allow further discussion on residential aspects while moving forward on commercial.
HB1195 2026-0738h: Representative Grund Support06:26:35.840 - 2:20:56 PM; Representative Grund supports the amendment, emphasizing the importance of local control in residential areas. He notes the inconsistency in the original bill allowing commercial zones to opt out but not residential. The amendment boosts commercial daycare without overriding residential zoning processes.
HB1195 2026-0738h: Representative Davis Information Only06:27:43.840 - 2:22:04 PM; Representative Davis highlights that solving the daycare crisis requires investment and incentives, not just zoning changes or removing local control. He compares it to housing issues where investment is key.
HB1195 2026-0738h: Representative Gilman Oppose06:28:51.920 - 2:23:12 PM; Representative Gilman opposes the amendment, clarifying that residential child daycare is already allowed outright or via conditional use permit if the legislative body votes for it. He encourages campaigning for local changes rather than state mandates.
HB1195 2026-0738h: Unidentified Representative Oppose06:30:05.920 - 2:24:26 PM; The speaker opposes the amendment as a 'half-dozen' solution, preferring a comprehensive approach. They support the original bill and previous amendment as part of addressing child care needs. They debunk misinformation that the bill ties zoning to DHS rulemaking or exempts from site plan review, quoting existing law allowing accessory use without local site plan review.
HB1195 2026-0724h: Representative McDonald Support06:34:27.520 - 2:28:48 PM; Representative McDonald moves Ought to Pass with amendment 2026-0724h.
HB1195 2026-0724h: Unidentified Representative Information Only06:35:39.520 - 2:30:00 PM; An unidentified representative complains about a missed raised hand during voting, feeling rushed, but the chair rules it out of order during the roll call.
HB1691: Representative Bellick Support06:37:48.478 - 2:32:09 PM; Representative Bellick moves Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL), arguing that removing property from current use would force middle-class families to leave New Hampshire or subdivide land, calling it a drastic solution that could be addressed differently.
HB1691: Unidentified Representative Support06:39:05.760 - 2:33:26 PM; An unidentified representative supports ITL, noting the bill seeks to undo current use history and resurrect assessment problems.
HB1434: Representative McDonald Oppose06:41:48.000 - 2:36:09 PM; Offers a motion of ITL for the bill, arguing that existing law successfully allows towns to decide on Keno, making the bill unnecessary.
HB1434: Representative Stavis Support06:42:35.840 - 2:36:56 PM; Opposes the ITL motion, explaining that current law defaults to allowing Keno unless a special election opts out, which is confusing and burdensome for voters and governing bodies.
HB1434: Representative Majori Oppose06:43:34.558 - 2:37:55 PM; Supports the ITL motion, noting a related bill (HB 1023) on accessory units and arguing the bill is unnecessary as municipalities can already opt out via ballot, with provisions for rescinding Keno.
HB1434: Representative Grund Support06:44:44.240 - 2:39:05 PM; Opposes the ITL motion, preferring opt-in enabling language over the confusing opt-out process in current law.
HB1434: Representative Stavis Support06:45:51.040 - 2:40:12 PM; Responds to comments about recent legislation, noting that recently passed laws can still be changed, as seen in other bills voted on that day.
HB1434: Representative McDonald Oppose06:45:51.040 - 2:40:12 PM; Shares that his community voted against Keno via warrant article 4-5 years ago, supporting the existing opt-out process.
HB1273 2026-0265h: Representative Majori Support06:51:02.878 - 2:45:23 PM; Moves to adopt amendment 2026-0265h, which changes funding sources to federal and private (striking public), renames the fund as non-lapsing capital reserve, and enables funding for flood-affected residential properties via a TIF-like mechanism.
HB1273 2026-0265h: Representative Walker Oppose06:54:25.360 - 2:48:46 PM; Opposes the amendment and bill, arguing the assessment on shore owners ignores downstream impacts.
HB1273 2026-0265h: Unidentified Representative Oppose06:55:30.160 - 2:49:51 PM; Appreciates the amendment but opposes part B as it enables a new fee or tax on properties, which they do not support.
HB1273 2026-0265h: Representative Dolan Oppose06:58:47.840 - 2:53:08 PM; Moves ITL, stating the bill provides flood support but adding a tax on the municipality is unacceptable.
HB1575 2026-0294h: Representative Murphy Support07:02:02.558 - 2:56:23 PM; Moves to adopt amendment 2026-0294h, which addresses presenting the default budget to the official budget committee for warrant placement and explanation.
HB1575 2026-0294h: Representative Murphy Support07:03:54.878 - 2:58:15 PM; The amendment makes logical sense because the official budget committee owns the operating budget and places it on the warrant, so they should also be responsible for the default budget. This is the core of the amendment.
HB1575 2026-0294h: Representative Gilman Oppose07:05:06.478 - 2:59:27 PM; Frustrated with constant changes to the default budget process every term. Suggests adding a column to the budget explaining the default budget amount and reasons for differences to improve transparency, rather than this bill.
HB1575 2026-0294h: Representative Majori Oppose07:06:20.878 - 3:00:41 PM; Opposes the replace all amendment because RSA 40:14-B already allows delegation of default budget determination to the budget committee in towns with official ballot referendum and municipal budget committee. This makes it a state mandate unnecessarily.
HB1575 2026-0294h: Representative Grund Oppose07:06:52.240 - 3:01:13 PM; Current law enables delegation to the budget committee. The amendment removes that enablement. Frustrated that the original bill was about explaining items in the default budget, but now it redefines default budget in multiple RSAs without public hearing or discussion.
HB1575 2026-0294h: Representative Davis Oppose07:10:04.240 - 3:04:25 PM; The amendment turns a simple bill into something completely different without public hearing or rationale. It is essentially a new bill without testimony, and cannot support transferring authority without proper process.
HB1575 2026-0294h: Representative Majori Oppose07:11:29.680 - 3:05:50 PM; Initially thought the original bill was unnecessary as statute assigns default budget to the governing body. Now prefers the original bill for implying collaboration, but this amendment transfers full authority to the budget committee, which will be problematic to report to local boards.
HB1575 2026-0294h: Representative Grund Oppose07:12:36.558 - 3:06:57 PM; Testimony was only on the original bill about presenting and explaining the default budget. No testimony or discussion on the new wording and changes to default budget definitions in the amendment.
HB1575 2026-0294h: Representative Gilman Oppose07:13:42.400 - 3:08:03 PM; Emphasizes transparency; a testifier said explaining the default budget is not in their process, but it is not prohibited, so they can add it. Finds the bill inexpedient to legislate.
HB1575 2026-0294h: Committee Chair Information Only07:16:26.718 - 3:10:47 PM; The chair thanks the committee for their participation in the long executive session and announces that they will conclude for the day due to time constraints and the need to handle remaining bills before crossover. Amendments for some bills are not yet ready due to calendar issues and a recent holiday.
HB1575 2026-0294h: Committee Chair Information Only07:20:26.638 - 3:14:47 PM; The chair explains that they have a handful of bills left to executive and proposes concluding today's business. They decide to publicly notice the executive session for the remaining bills on March 3rd at 10:00 a.m., avoiding the Friday session on February 20th, which follows a house session day. Leadership agrees with this plan.
HB1575 2026-0294h: Committee Chair Information Only07:21:57.840 - 3:16:18 PM; The chair makes announcements: the committee will not meet on Friday, February 20th at 9:00 a.m. to continue executive sessions. Instead, they will reconvene on Tuesday, March 3rd at 10:00 a.m. Reminds members that February 22nd week is vacation week, with only hearings allowed, no executive sessions. Advises checking emails and the house calendar for updates. Asks if there are further questions.
HB1575 2026-0294h: Representative Stavis Information Only07:21:57.840 - 3:16:18 PM; Inquires about when reports from today's executive sessions will be available.
HB1575 2026-0294h: Representative Davis Information Only07:21:57.840 - 3:16:18 PM; Asks about the reports and when they need to be done.
HB1575 2026-0294h: Committee Chair Information Only07:23:18.478 - 3:17:39 PM; Responds to questions on reports, requesting they be submitted by midnight on Sunday, February 22nd, for review and tweaks. Reminds that if a bill has an amendment, the report must discuss both the bill and the amendment.
HB1575 2026-0294h: Committee Chair Information Only07:24:03.920 - 3:18:24 PM; Confirms the deadline for reports as Sunday midnight and encourages submitting them early to respect the committee assistant and researcher, given the large number of bills.
HB1575 2026-0294h: Representative Davis Information Only07:24:03.920 - 3:18:24 PM; Notes the likelihood of bills coming to the house on the 26th or the following Thursday.
HB1575 2026-0294h: Committee Chair Information Only07:24:03.920 - 3:18:24 PM; Clarifies that February 26th is during vacation week with no house session, and the timing of bills on the floor is up to the speaker and house clerk.
HB1575 2026-0294h: Representative Majority Information Only07:24:03.920 - 3:18:24 PM; Extends sincerest apologies to the chair and the committee regarding an issue from one of the last meetings.
HB1575 2026-0294h: Representative Majority Information Only07:25:16.478 - 3:19:37 PM; The speaker apologizes for surprising the committee with an attempt at a motion, stating it was not their intent to blindside them, and appreciates their understanding.

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