Committee Summary for House Resources, Recreation and Development (04/08/2026)

Member	Member	Member
Harb, Robert(Chairman)(R)[B+]2025	Taylor, Brian(Clerk)(R)[C]2025	Dunn, Ron(V Chairman)(R)[A]2025
Vail, Suzanne(D)[CT]2025	Gould, Linda(R)[B+]2025	Tremblay, Marc(R)
Ryan, Linda(D)[D-]2025	Darby, Will(D)[CT]2025	Donnelly, Tanya(R)[B+]2025
Knab, Allison(D)[CT]2025	Sargent, Gregory(D)[D-]2025	Boudman, Bobbi(D)
Baldwin, Heather(D)[F]2025	Dupont, Pierre(R)[B]2025	Davis, Arnold(R)[B+]2025
Bridle, Nicholas(R)[C]2025

Bill/Time	Type	Title	Sponsor
SB595	Public Hearing	(New Title) relative to rulemaking for transient non-community water systems.	Murphy, Keith(R)[A]2025
SB595 2026-1367h	Executive Session	(New Title) relative to rulemaking for transient non-community water systems.	Murphy, Keith(R)[A]2025
SB450	Executive Session	relative to a state parks pass pilot program for recovery centers and community mental health centers.	Watters, David(D)[D-]2025
Unclear	General Working Session	Unclear

SB595: Support 00:09:17.922 - 10:04:48 AM; Senator Murphy explained that a constituent who owns a campground, classified as a public water system, faced increased monthly testing requirements after their manager submitted samples late twice in a year. He noted the costs and inconvenience of monthly testing versus quarterly, and that DES requires this until an inspection certifies the system. He referenced federal regulations allowing states discretion to waive such penalties if a makeup sample is submitted promptly, and the bill adds language requiring DES to exercise this discretion for transient non-community systems.
SB595: Information Only 00:14:07.168 - 10:09:38 AM; Mr. Kiernan provided background on the current rules, explaining that missing quarterly samples requires reverting to monthly until an inspection, not as punishment but to re-establish a record of compliance. He confirmed federal rules allow makeup samples within the next monitoring period to avoid escalation, and DES is neutral on the bill but supports an amendment to clarify language without implying fines, ensuring alignment with federal regulations.
SB595 2026-1367h: Support 00:19:57.537 - 10:15:28 AM; Rep. Darby moved to amend SB 595 with amendment 2026-1367h, explaining it addresses concerns from DES about removing enforcement abilities for defiant systems and incorporates language to handle potential federal regulation changes. He noted DES reviewed and accepts the amendment, which improves the bill while meeting the sponsor's goals without creating loopholes for skipping testing.
SB450: Oppose 00:35:03.006 - 10:30:34 AM; Makes a motion for ITL on SB 450 FN.
SB450: Oppose 00:35:03.006 - 10:30:34 AM; Supports the motion for ITL. Acknowledges the bill as a feel-good piece of legislation but notes concerns from DNCR about eroding their self-funding through such programs. Suggests alternative ways like special use permits or grants without legislative mandate.
SB450: Support 00:36:01.714 - 10:31:32 AM; Opposes the ITL motion and supports the bill, emphasizing its importance for mental health populations and increasing their voice in recreation decisions.
SB450: Oppose 00:37:11.469 - 10:32:42 AM; Agrees with Representative Vail on the importance of the concept for mental health and parks access but supports ITL because funding is available through HHS grants without needing legislation.
SB450: Oppose 00:37:58.594 - 10:33:29 AM; Agrees with previous speakers, notes parks are self-funded and existing special passes can be used. Supports helping mental health programs but finds the pilot program legislation unnecessary; will vote for ITL while supporting the idea.
Unclear: Information Only 00:40:31.454 - 10:36:02 AM; Instructs Representatives Dunn and Vail to write the minority report by Friday. Asks members about re-election plans before dismissing.
Unclear: Information Only 00:40:31.454 - 10:36:02 AM; Announces not running for re-election after five terms. Expresses honor in serving on the committee, highlights growth, field trips, and passing on recreation values to family.
Unclear: Information Only 00:41:41.006 - 10:37:12 AM; States running for re-election and excited to potentially chair next term. Thanks the chair for leadership and notes the committee's honorable and transparent function. Recognizes former chair Representative Ranzullo.
Unclear: Information Only 00:42:56.427 - 10:38:27 AM; Expresses pleasure in serving on the committee and hopes to return next year.
Unclear: Information Only 00:43:52.107 - 10:39:23 AM; First-term member thanks the chair for welcoming him. Praises the committee's collaborative work, transparency, and high consent bill passage rate. Hopes to return, notes learning about the state through field trips.
Unclear: Information Only 00:44:50.347 - 10:40:21 AM; Thanks all members, notes closing the meeting and no more sessions this year. Mentions potential return to LOB building.