Committee Summary for House Transportation (02/17/2026)

Bill/Time	Type	Title	Sponsor
HB1059 00:04:08.879 - 9:02:29 AM	Public Hearing	relative to the use of number plate scanning devices.	Scherr, Buzz(D)[D-]2025
HB129 00:28:51.760 - 9:27:12 AM	Public Hearing	relative to the definition of the term "evidence-based" within public education.	Belcher, Mike(R)[B+]2025
HB1222 01:13:16.480 - 10:11:37 AM	Public Hearing	relative to prohibiting all obstructions to public crosswalks.	Barton, Joseph(R)[A-]2025
HB1226 01:18:40.400 - 10:17:01 AM	Public Hearing	relative to restricting the issuance of identification documents by unauthorized individuals.	Comtois, Barbara(R)[B+]2025
HB1178 01:30:49.920 - 10:29:10 AM	Public Hearing	relative to permissible window tinting on motor vehicles.	Barton, Joseph(R)[A-]2025
HB1294 03:06:27.680 - 12:04:48 PM	Public Hearing	relative to speed regulation on Route 125 in Brentwood.	Litchfield, Melissa(R)[B+]2025
HB1680 03:40:01.680 - 12:38:22 PM	Public Hearing	relative to intercity bus service and public transportation funding.	Salvi, Santosh(D)[CT]2025
HB1165 03:47:07.359 - 12:45:28 PM	Public Hearing	relative to gender designation on state-issued identification.	King, Seth(R)[B+]2025
HB1362 04:27:22.640 - 1:25:43 PM	Public Hearing	adding steering and suspension specifications relative to requirements for the equipment of motor vehicles.	Walsh, Thomas(R)[B-]2025
HB1200 04:35:19.279 - 1:33:40 PM	Public Hearing	relative to exemptions from vessel registration and boat fee decal.	Aures, Cyril(R)[B+]2025
Unclear 04:42:29.200 - 1:40:50 PM	General Working Session	Unclear
HB129 05:09:18.878 - 2:07:39 PM	Executive Session	relative to the definition of the term "evidence-based" within public education.	Belcher, Mike(R)[B+]2025
HB1222 05:12:36.560 - 2:10:57 PM	Executive Session	relative to prohibiting all obstructions to public crosswalks.	Barton, Joseph(R)[A-]2025
HB1226 2024-0507h 05:14:48.080 - 2:13:09 PM	Executive Session	relative to restricting the issuance of identification documents by unauthorized individuals.	Comtois, Barbara(R)[B+]2025
HB1294 05:17:49.840 - 2:16:10 PM	Executive Session	relative to speed regulation on Route 125 in Brentwood.	Litchfield, Melissa(R)[B+]2025
HB1680 05:20:46.080 - 2:19:07 PM	Executive Session	relative to intercity bus service and public transportation funding.	Salvi, Santosh(D)[CT]2025
HB1200 05:24:32.080 - 2:22:53 PM	Executive Session	relative to exemptions from vessel registration and boat fee decal.	Aures, Cyril(R)[B+]2025
Unclear 05:26:25.840 - 2:24:46 PM	General Working Session	Unclear

HB1059: Representative Buzz Sher, Portsmouth Ward 3 Support00:04:08.879 - 9:02:29 AM; Representative Sher introduced the bill, explaining that it repeals the scheduled sunset of RSA 261:75-B, which regulates license plate readers (LPRs), set for January 1, 2027. He noted the bill's simplicity but mentioned potential amendments to address stakeholder concerns, particularly the 3-minute data purge requirement in section Roman numeral 8, suggesting it may need adjustment for better balance. He emphasized his testimony is in his capacity as a representative, not reflecting affiliations with UNH Law or the Portsmouth Police Commission. He invited questions from the committee.
HB1059: Major Brendan Darvey, New Hampshire Department of Safety Support00:08:20.479 - 9:06:41 AM; Major Darvey testified in support of the bill on behalf of the New Hampshire State Police and Department of Safety. He highlighted the LPR system's effectiveness in interdicting serious criminal activity, citing its use by the narcotics investigation unit over four months, which led to seizures of over $200,000 in currency, 2.5 kg of methamphetamine, more than 500 grams of cocaine, and 14 felony-level arrests. He acknowledged the need for balance on the 3-minute data retention issue, noting longer retention could help identify criminal patterns but must be handled carefully to protect privacy. He confirmed LPRs aid in various crimes beyond drugs, including kidnappings, human trafficking, and murders, and can integrate with hot files for Amber Alerts and Silver Alerts.
HB1059: Mark Bodwin, New Hampshire Police Association Support00:12:30.880 - 9:10:51 AM; Mark Bodwin, a retired detective sergeant with the New Hampshire State Police and member of the New Hampshire Police Association, supports the bill to repeal the repeal of the license plate reader statute. He shared an experience where license plate reader technology helped track a homicide suspect across state lines, leading to apprehension in Virginia. He echoed Major Darvey's support and emphasized the association's backing for maintaining the technology.
HB1059: Neil Kirk, Ware Support00:13:32.480 - 9:11:53 AM; Neil Kirk, a former state legislator from Ware who helped write the original legislation, supports the bill. He explained how license plate readers work: they scan all plates, retain 'hits' (matching wanted plates) indefinitely for investigations, but delete non-hits after three minutes to protect privacy. He discussed privacy risks if non-hits were retained longer, such as revealing personal activities via right-to-know requests. Kirk suggested negotiating to possibly extend the retention period while exempting non-hits from public access to balance safety and privacy, citing examples like aiding in a shooting investigation. He advocated for the committee to allow time for amendments addressing these issues.
HB129: Representative Newell, introducing for Representative Jacobs Support00:28:51.760 - 9:27:12 AM; Representative Newell introduced HB 129 on behalf of prime sponsor Representative Jacobs, who was absent. The bill, informally called 'Addison's bill,' was filed after Jen's daughter Addison was struck by a distracted driver while boarding her school bus in February 2024. Newell cited statistics: 206 school-age children died in school transportation crashes from 2012-2021, with 78 pedestrians, and 62,482 motorists broke school bus stop laws in a single day study. The bill requires school bus stops on the same side of the roadway to prevent students from crossing traffic, aiming to make New Hampshire a leader in reducing such accidents. Newell expressed support and introduced Addison to testify.
HB129: Christopher Taft, First Student Oppose00:38:41.760 - 9:37:02 AM; Christopher Taft, representing First Student transportation in Rochester, New Hampshire, opposed HB 129, arguing it would enhance safety intentions but cause problematic consequences. Implementation would lengthen routes, increase buses needed, raise fuel and maintenance costs, and exacerbate driver shortages. He noted core safety issues stem from drivers ignoring laws, not the bus system, and frequent backing up required would raise accident risks. Rerouting could mix age groups on buses, creating tensions, and increase taxpayer burdens. Taft suggested alternatives like school assemblies on procedures, crossing arms, and enhanced training, emphasizing communication for safe crossings. He concluded the bill limits flexibility and creates more problems than solutions.
HB129: Addison Henderson, 12 years old Support00:43:51.359 - 9:42:12 AM; Addison Henderson, a 12-year-old, shared her story of being hit by a car on February 2, 2024, while boarding her school bus at age 10. The distracted driver failed to stop, throwing her onto the sidewalk with a severe concussion; her shoes flew off from the impact. She survived but noted many children do not. Addison argued her accident was preventable if pickups were on the same side of the street, eliminating the need to cross traffic. She urged passage of the bill to prevent other families' trauma, emphasizing no child should rely on luck to survive boarding the bus.
HB129: Wilson Shriber, West Lebanon Support00:46:59.680 - 9:45:20 AM; Wilson Shriber from West Lebanon supported HB 129, sharing that his 10-year-old daughter was struck by an 83-year-old driver failing to stop for bus lights on Route 12A in February 2024, knocking off her shoes and throwing her several feet; she survived but prior safety concerns were dismissed. He cited data: 76 school-age pedestrians killed or injured 2013-2022, children under 10 cannot judge traffic risks, and 43.5 million bus passing violations in 2022-2023. Shriber argued laws alone fail, as in his case, and endorsed same-side loading as proven in Washington and Illinois without chaos or high costs. He addressed concerns: parental supervision insufficient, routing software aids optimization, rural areas easier due to low traffic, and child safety is a state responsibility like seat belts. He urged voting for the bill to ensure children return home safely.
HB129: Heather Wshell, MVS school bus driver Oppose00:53:27.520 - 9:51:48 AM; Heather Wshell, a school bus driver with 24 years experience, opposed the bill, emphasizing her commitment to student safety but inability to control other drivers who 'beat the bus' by passing illegally, even on double yellow lines. She described loading/unloading as the most dangerous task, with recent training stressing vigilance. Drivers must stop far right to prevent pass-bys, and she waits for eye contact before allowing crossings. Wshell detailed her route: 37 miles from 6:27-7:30 a.m. with one turnaround, but same-side loading would require many more turnarounds, the second most dangerous maneuver due to limited visibility despite six mirrors. She criticized distractions like a police officer using a megaphone during crossings.
HB129: Heather Wshell, MVS school bus driver Oppose00:56:37.920 - 9:54:58 AM; Heather continues her testimony expressing frustration with the bill's requirement for door-side stops. She explains that it would require her to turn the bus around 10-15 times per route, adding 25 miles and significant time, making it impossible to complete routes on schedule. She highlights the dangers of reversing the bus without spotters, poor sight lines on rural roads, and the potential need to adjust school schedules. With 24 years of experience, she emphasizes the safety risks and impracticality.
HB129: Heather Wshell, MVS school bus driver Oppose00:59:12.799 - 9:57:33 AM; During questioning, Heather responds to Representative Hill by stating her ideal solution is for drivers to treat the situation as if it were their own child, emphasizing personal accountability. She notes high schoolers follow her signals but stresses drivers cannot control oncoming traffic. She confirms training requires waiting for all traffic to stop 25 feet away before signaling students to cross. To Representative Paladin, she agrees stricter enforcement could help but notes buses already have cameras; however, positioning changes would require altering safety rules, and she sometimes hugs the centerline for visibility. She mentions footage is shared with police, with potential law changes to aid identification. To another representative, she shares experience with an aide in Florida for at-risk teens but none in New Hampshire, noting aides focused on kids, not traffic control.
HB129: Cynthia Fornier, President, New Hampshire School Transportation Association Oppose01:05:08.640 - 10:03:29 AM; Cynthia, with 30 years in school transportation, opposes HB 129 due to safety risks to students. She warns the bill could encourage children to cross busy streets prematurely to reach stops faster, increasing strike risks as kids misjudge traffic. Changes to procedures might undermine the eight-way light system, which drivers use to control traffic: amber lights for approaching, red lights and stop sign upon stopping, with a crossing gate. Students are taught to wait for the driver's thumbs-up signal before crossing in front, or exit the danger zone (10 feet around the bus) and cross behind only after the bus departs. Crossing behind creates blind spots for oncoming traffic, lacks driver supervision, and heightens accident risks due to limited visibility and judgment. She urges rejecting the bill to preserve current protocols and the expertise of 4,000 drivers.
HB1222: Tom Walsh, Representative, Hooks and Dunbarton Support01:13:16.480 - 10:11:37 AM; As prime sponsor, Tom briefly introduces HB 1222, stating it prohibits obstructions of public crosswalks, defines violations, exempts emergencies and authorized closures, and sets fines. He defers detailed discussion to executive session and takes no questions.
HB1222: Timothy Han, Representative, Strafford County District 10 Oppose01:14:09.199 - 10:12:30 AM; Timothy opposes HB 1222, speculating it might target protests like those near abortion clinics, potentially chilling First Amendment rights as demonstrators sometimes spill into crosswalks. He argues crosswalks are part of roadways already covered by existing obstruction laws, making the bill unnecessary and bloating law books. In response to Representative Sinclair, he agrees unnecessary pedestrian yield signs in crosswalks might be targeted but notes the state would likely be exempt.
HB1226: Representative Conqua Support01:18:40.400 - 10:17:01 AM; The prime sponsor introduced a housekeeping amendment to add guardrails to a provision from last year's HB2, which gave the DMV director unfettered discretion to issue fictitious licenses. The amendment specifies citizenship requirements for authorization. She explained it briefly due to time constraints and suggested handling questions in executive session.
HB1226: Representative Miller Information Only01:20:23.120 - 10:18:44 AM; Asked for a 30-second explanation of the bill and amendment, expressing confusion about what was being cleaned up in the original or amended version.
HB1226: Director John Morasco, DMV Support01:22:38.400 - 10:20:59 AM; Explained that the DMV requested the statutory change in HB2 for transparency, to codify practices allowing issuance of investigative credentials for law enforcement safety in high-stakes cases. The amendment adding citizenship requirements is not opposed. Emphasized heavy regulation, written requests, vetting, and follow-through for these rare issuances. Clarified it's for official duties, not general fake IDs, to maintain accountability and support national security.
HB1226: Representative Patro Information Only01:26:07.360 - 10:24:28 AM; Read bullets from the commissioner's office supporting the amendment for protecting governmental functions, ensuring compliance, transparency, and vetting for US citizens in sensitive operations. Asked if the director approves each case, confirming the sparing, regulated use.
HB1178: Representative Charlesoot (courtesy for Representative Barton) Support01:30:49.920 - 10:29:10 AM; Provided a courtesy introduction for the absent prime sponsor, explaining the bill allows aftermarket tinting on front side windows at 35% light transmittance and creates a medical exemption for similar tinting.
HB1178: Tyler Moore, Surface Dynamics Support01:33:51.360 - 10:32:12 AM; Urged modernizing NH's 70% VLT requirement to 35%, aligning with most states for public health, driver safety, UV protection (blocking 99% UV to prevent skin cancer), glare reduction, heat reduction for efficiency, especially in EVs. Noted current 70% offers minimal benefits, leading to low usage. Provided tint samples (70%, 35%, 20% factory, 5% limo) to demonstrate visibility. Addressed concerns: factory tints are darker (20-25%); side windows offer limited UV block without film; 35% is national standard, acceptable for law enforcement visibility, especially with flashlights; majority of business is elective for UV/glare/heat, not just medical; noted dark tints on police vehicles.
HB1294: Representative Melissa Lichfield, representing Brentwood, Danville, Fremont Support03:06:27.680 - 12:04:48 PM; The prime sponsor spoke in support of reducing the speed limit on Route 125 in Brentwood due to ongoing safety concerns raised by residents, select board, and planning board.
HB1294: Representative Melissa Lichfield, representing Brentwood Support03:07:28.000 - 12:05:49 PM; Representative Lichfield discussed a 2024 road safety audit for the Route 125 and South Road intersection involving multiple agencies, highlighting safety concerns like high speeds (57-59 mph despite 55 mph limit), poor visibility, and unsafe turns. She noted inconsistent speed limits causing confusion and enforcement issues, two fatal crashes in 2022 and 2024, and a serious injury. The audit recommends a $2.4 million roundabout as a long-term solution, but lowering the speed limit to 45 mph is an immediate, cost-effective step to improve safety, reaction time, and reduce fatalities. She provided the audit and a letter from the Brentwood Select Board unanimously supporting the bill due to accidents, fatalities, and anticipated development increasing traffic. She mentioned the police chief will enforce any limit and introduced the next speaker from the Planning Board.
HB1294: Doug Marino, Brentwood Planning Board Support03:18:28.560 - 12:16:49 PM; Doug Marino, a member of the Brentwood Planning Board, endorsed HB 1294 unanimously, echoing Representative Lichfield's points. He noted the board's and Select Board's support, highlighting Route 125's hazards to motorists and pedestrians, including fatalities. Resident surveys consistently raised safety concerns on Route 125, where speeds often exceed 55 mph up to 65-70 mph. With HB 631 expected to increase development after July 1, safety is crucial. He submitted the board's letter and requested a favorable recommendation.
HB1294: Bill Lambert and Lee Baronis, NH Department of Transportation Information Only03:24:18.560 - 12:22:39 PM; Bill Lambert, State Highway Safety Active Transportation Administrator, and Lee Baronis, Bureau of Traffic Administrator, provided neutral information on Route 125. They detailed the two fatal crashes at South Road as intersection-related (one involving a motorcycle passing, the other improper passing on the shoulder), with possible but not primary speed involvement. They explained varied speed limits stem from old policies dropping to 45 mph near signals (Middle and North Roads), covering about 4.5 miles in Brentwood, mostly at 55 mph except short 45 mph segments. The road's design (straight, flat, wide) encourages high speeds exceeding limits. DOT has no position but noted challenges in enforcement, recommends engineering studies (which support 55 mph), and favors corridor-wide approaches over isolated changes. Lowering to 45 mph may increase speed differentials and passing issues without altering road characteristics. They discussed traffic calming options like medians, roundabouts (effective but site-specific, especially with trucks), and the road's 12,000 daily vehicles. The 2024 audit focused on South Road improvements like turn lanes.
HB1680: Representative Santos Salvi, State Representative for District 5 Support03:40:01.680 - 12:38:22 PM; Representative Salvi introduced HB 1680, explaining it addresses insufficient frequency of Boston Express bus service connecting Nashua, Manchester, and Londonderry to Boston, especially during peak and late-night hours. He highlighted community demand, post-pandemic ridership resurgence, Massachusetts funding opportunities, and alignment with economic and sustainability goals. The bill requires the Department of Transportation to evaluate, implement improvements, and submit a report by November 1, 2026.
HB1165: Representative Seth King, Coos District 4 Support03:47:07.359 - 12:45:28 PM; Representative King sponsored HB 1165, which eliminates the 'X' gender option on state IDs, limiting choices to male or female. He opposes transgender ideology, views it as a reversal of past legislation, and argues IDs should reflect biological reality (XX or XY chromosomes) rather than psychology or ideology. He anticipates opposition but cites public support for rollback and dismisses concerns about intersex conditions or driving relevance, emphasizing grounding in facts over feelings.
HB1165: Michael Haley, Staff Attorney at GLAD Law, Derry NH Oppose04:01:43.279 - 1:00:04 PM; Haley opposed HB 1165, noting the 2019 bipartisan law allowing X markers has caused no problems in six years. He argued accurate IDs are crucial for non-binary individuals to address gender dysphoria and for those with intersex conditions (about 1% of population). He cited New Hampshire's right to expression, potential costs ($25,000+ for implementation reversal), and questioned state interest in removing the option, suggesting gender markers may not even be necessary for identification.
HB1165: Ty Thompson, Resident of Nottingham NH Oppose04:08:09.279 - 1:06:30 PM; Thompson, who uses an X marker, urged ITL on HB 1165, emphasizing it would force compelled speech and violate privacy under 'Live Free or Die.' They noted the 2019 bipartisan law's success with no law enforcement issues, and self-attestation of gender is standard. Thompson expressed concern over this bill as part of broader anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, viewing it as fear-mongering that targets minorities without evidence of problems.
HB1165: Robert Lawless Oppose04:12:34.239 - 1:10:55 PM; Lawless called HB 1165 pointless and harmful, aimed at embarrassing transgender individuals without value. He highlighted costs (over $25,000) to change a working system and criticized it as driven by personal feelings rather than need, doing nothing beneficial.
HB1362: Representative Tom Walsh, Hooksett and Dunbarton Information Only04:27:22.640 - 1:25:43 PM; Representative Walsh introduces HB 1362, which adds specifications for steering and suspension to RSA 266 following the repeal of inspection laws. He notes the bill serves as a placeholder and minimal requirements based on manufacturer specs. He mentions potential amendments for brake systems and expects the bill to be executed at the end.
HB1362: Jay Ory, New Hampshire Automobile Dealers Association Support04:30:42.640 - 1:29:03 PM; Jay Ory supports the bill, emphasizing the need to codify steering and suspension requirements in statute after the inspection program's repeal. He explains its importance for used car safety examinations under RSA 358-F. He suggests adding specifics for brakes and tires, such as minimum thickness, to clarify safety expectations for consumers and dealers, noting gaps in current vague laws.
HB1200: Representative Tom Walsh, Hooksett and Dunbarton Information Only04:35:19.279 - 1:33:40 PM; Representative Walsh introduces HB 1200 on behalf of the prime sponsor, which reduces the exemption period for out-of-state vessels from 30 to 10 days. He notes the sponsor does not wish to proceed and is open to inexpedient to legislate, while pursuing the concept later.
HB1200: Tim Dunlevy, State Police Marine Patrol Oppose04:36:58.080 - 1:35:19 PM; Tim Dunlevy opposes the bill due to federal preemption issues for periods under 60 days. He explains enforcement challenges in tracking vessel time on waters and notes the constituent issue prompting the bill is already enforceable. He suggests focusing on requiring registration in the state of principal use or fee payments rather than reregistration to avoid conflicts and generate revenue.
Unclear: Committee Chair Information Only04:42:29.200 - 1:40:50 PM; The chair discusses scheduling for remaining bills, considering vacation week and deadline on March 5th. Options include meeting next Tuesday to handle multiple bills and possibly execute them, or spreading out sessions to avoid a heavy load later. The goal is to advance as many transportation bills early to reduce last-week sessions.
Unclear: Committee Member Information Only04:44:53.760 - 1:43:14 PM; Discusses challenges in scheduling hearings and executive sessions next week due to absences, suggests options like meeting on Tuesdays or executing bills today to reduce backlog.
Unclear: Committee Chair Information Only04:46:11.120 - 1:44:32 PM; Proposes taking a break to caucus and discuss executing some bills today to lighten the load for future sessions.
HB129: Representative Hamlin Oppose05:09:18.878 - 2:07:39 PM; Moves for inexpedient to legislate (ITL), praises the intent for child safety but argues the bill would create problems for bus companies and school districts in timely and safe pickups/drop-offs, increase costs, and exacerbate bus driver shortages.
HB129: Committee Chair Vote05:09:18.878 - 2:07:39 PM; Calls the roll for ITL vote, which passes 15-0; closes executive session.
HB1222: Representative Miller Oppose05:12:36.560 - 2:10:57 PM; Moves for ITL, notes the prime sponsor did not show up to explain, and that the bill's goals are already covered by existing law, making it unnecessary.
HB1222: Committee Chair Vote05:12:36.560 - 2:10:57 PM; Agrees with the motion, calls the roll for ITL vote, which passes 15-0; closes executive session.
HB1226 2024-0507h: Representative Gorski Support05:14:48.080 - 2:13:09 PM; Moves for ought to pass (OTP) with amendment 0507h, describes the amendment as a necessary cleanup for the bill.
HB1226 2024-0507h: Committee Chair Vote05:14:48.080 - 2:13:09 PM; Adopts amendment unanimously, calls the roll for OTP as amended vote, which passes 15-0; closes executive session.
HB1294: Representative Coker Oppose05:17:49.840 - 2:16:10 PM; Moves for ITL, acknowledges good intentions but cites DOT testimony that drivers perceive safe speeds naturally; lowering the limit to 45 mph could create dangers from speed differentials between obeying and non-obeying drivers.
HB1294: Representative Palandon Oppose05:17:49.840 - 2:16:10 PM; Agrees with Coker, adds that traffic studies would be more beneficial than statutory changes; notes DOT would not recommend alterations based on scientific approach.
HB1294: Committee Chair Vote05:17:49.840 - 2:16:10 PM; Calls the roll for ITL vote, which passes 15-0; closes executive session.
HB1680: Representative Gaison Vote05:20:46.080 - 2:19:07 PM; Moved inexpedient to legislate on HB 1680-FN.
HB1680: Representative Hamblin Oppose05:20:46.080 - 2:19:07 PM; Emphasized the importance of public transportation but argued that private companies would expand if needed, and in a non-budget year, the state lacks the extra $1.25 million to subsidize them.
HB1680: Representative Miller Oppose05:21:41.280 - 2:20:02 PM; Echoed the value of public transit as a user of bus services, noted recent increases in service without state funding, and doubted the bill's effectiveness in securing Massachusetts funding, suggesting to try again next time.
HB1680: Representative Sinclair Oppose05:21:41.280 - 2:20:02 PM; Inquired about current funding for bus companies without receiving an answer, agreed on the importance of public transportation but noted no systems are self-sustaining, and suggested focusing on rail services like the Downeaster, which succeeds without state support despite heavy use in NH.
HB1680: Representative Gorski Oppose05:22:36.000 - 2:20:57 PM; Stated the bill attempts to legislate a conversation without specific steps, only vague directives to 'take steps' and produce a report, making it unnecessary in its current structure.
HB1680: Chairman Walsh Vote05:23:31.520 - 2:21:52 PM; Called for the roll on the motion to inexpedient to legislate, which passed 15-0, and adopted the recommendation on consent.
HB1200: Representative Gorski Oppose05:24:32.080 - 2:22:53 PM; Moved inexpedient to legislate on HB 1200-FN, stating the bill is not ready for prime time as issues still need to be worked out based on testimony.
HB1200: Chairman Walsh Vote05:25:28.958 - 2:23:49 PM; Called for the roll on the motion to inexpedient to legislate, which passed 15-0, and adopted the recommendation on consent.
Unclear: Chairman Walsh Information Only05:26:25.840 - 2:24:46 PM; Discussed the remaining workload, deciding to take next week off and schedule executive sessions for the following week, noting six bills left, potential double sessions, and urging members to prepare amendments in advance and submit reports promptly. Thanked the committee for progress down to eight bills.

Walsh, Thomas(Chairman)(R)[B-]2025	Crawford, Karel(Clerk)(R)[C+]2025	Gorski, Ted(V Chairman)(R)[B+]2025
Sykes, George(D)[F]2025	Hill, Gregory(R)[A-]2025	Plamondon, Marc(D)[F]2025
Veilleux, Daniel(D)[F]2025	Pitaro, Matthew(R)[A-]2025	Coker, Matthew(R)[C]2025
St. Clair, Charlie(D)[D-]2025	Fox, Dru(D)[F]2025	Foote, Charles(R)[B]2025
Johnson, Erik(D)[F]2025	Miller, Seth(D)[F]2025	Hamblen, Joseph(R)[B]2025
Giasson, Henry(R)[A+]2025