Budget & Taxes

signed · New Hampshire · Senate Jun 22, 2026

SB 633: relative to donations received by the granite patron of the arts fund.

SB 633 creates a voluntary $0.50-per-ticket surcharge for New Hampshire performing arts venues with 100-2,500 seats that choose to participate. Venues can add this to ticket prices, and all collected funds will go into a dedicated account managed by the Department of Natural and Cultural Resources. The money supports the Division of Arts and State Council on Arts through grants, administrative costs, and program funding - no other uses are allowed. The program is optional for venues, requires no taxpayer money, and has minimal fiscal impact (under $10,000 annually).

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates voluntary $0.50 ticket surcharge to fund arts programs via dedicated account, directly increasing targeted budget allocation for cultural services.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing

failed · New Hampshire · Senate Feb 19, 2026

SB 601: relative to the allocation and disbursement of state contributions for non-state employer pension costs under the New Hampshire retirement system.

SB 601 changes how New Hampshire funds pension costs for public employees in school districts and municipal employers. Beginning July 1, 2026, the state will pay 7.5% of pension contributions for group I teachers (school districts) and group II members (municipal employees), shifting the remaining 92.5% to local employers. The state’s share will be transferred from the education trust fund to the retirement system quarterly, treated as part of general revenue. This affects school districts and municipalities that employ teachers or municipal staff covered under the state retirement system. The bill modifies existing contribution rules without new funding or positions.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill reduces state pension funding by shifting 92.5% of costs to local employers, defunding state contributions from education trust fund to retirement system.90% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill shifts 92.5% of pension costs from state to local school districts, reducing state funding support for education through the education trust fund.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Pensions Revenue

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failed · New Hampshire · House Feb 19, 2026

HB 1739: relative to energy infrastructure, economic development, and workforce training for large-scale data facilities.

HB 1739 creates incentives to attract large data-center campuses to New Hampshire while modernizing the electric grid. It offers developers phased property tax breaks over 12 years and transferable tax credits covering up to 20% of construction costs, contingent on signing binding Grid Modernization Agreements. These agreements require developers to source non-gas electricity (like solar or wind) matching their energy use, fund grid-stabilizing programs, and partner with community colleges for workforce training in data-center operations. The bill also establishes fast-track permitting for eligible sites and mandates community benefits like noise limits, environmental screening, and resident bill credits from exported power.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesOffers property tax breaks and transferable tax credits (up to 20% of costs) to attract data centers, directly using tax policy for economic development.90% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates non-gas electricity (solar/wind) matching data center energy use, funds grid modernization, and requires renewable energy sourcing via Grid Modernization Agreements.92% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates non-gas electricity (solar/wind) for data centers, requiring renewable energy matching and grid modernization programs to reduce fossil fuel reliance.90% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentBill mandates partnerships with community colleges for workforce training, directly advancing employment standards and job readiness for data center roles.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill provides tax incentives for data centers, mandates renewable energy use, and requires grid modernization, directly advancing tech infrastructure development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax Tax Incentives Electric Grid Solar Workforce Development

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passed both · New Hampshire · House May 21, 2026

HB 1768: relative to gifts and donations received by the division of parks and recreation.

HB 1768 provides free day-use admission and metered parking at New Hampshire state parks for honorably discharged veterans who are state residents. It exempts eligible veterans from these fees upon presenting proof like a veteran license plate, DD-214 form, or other recognized documentation. The bill directly affects New Hampshire veterans meeting these criteria, removing financial barriers to park access. The fiscal note estimates an annual revenue loss of $200,000-$450,000 for the State Park Fund, based on park fee data and veteran residency assumptions.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill causes $200k-$450k annual revenue loss for state parks, directly reducing budget revenue without offsetting funding.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransProvides free state park access to honorably discharged veterans, expanding their benefits and removing financial barriers.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Memorials & Recognition Veteran Healthcare

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failed · New Hampshire · House Mar 13, 2026

HB 1760: repealing the directive that the department of health and human services seek a waiver to establish pharmacy copayment and premium requirements under the state Medicaid plan and making an appropriation therefor.

HB 1760 repeals a requirement that the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services seek a waiver to impose pharmacy copayments and premiums on Medicaid beneficiaries, including those in the New Hampshire Advantage Health Care Program and the Children's Health Insurance Program. It removes specific law sections (2025, 141:65; RSA 126-AA:2-a; and RSA 126-A:3, IX) that would have mandated these cost-sharing measures. The bill appropriates funds to the Department of Health and Human Services to cover the resulting revenue shortfall for the 2026-2027 biennium. This change directly eliminates new costs for Medicaid participants while maintaining program funding stability.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRepeals Medicaid copayment requirement and appropriates state funds to cover costs, directly funding Medicaid without beneficiary cost-sharing.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareRepeals Medicaid copayment/premium mandates, eliminating cost barriers for beneficiaries and improving access to care under state Medicaid programs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Revenue Children's Health Insurance Medicaid

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in committee · New Hampshire · Senate Feb 12, 2026

SB 407: making an appropriation for each full-time student eligible for the in-state tuition rate enrolled in the university system of New Hampshire.

SB 407 appropriates $300 per full-time, in-state eligible student enrolled in New Hampshire's university system starting in fiscal year 2027, to reduce in-state tuition costs. It applies to students who qualify for in-state tuition rates and requires annual calculation of eligible students on October 1. The total annual appropriation is capped at $5.4 million, with funds drawn from the General Fund and non-lapsing (carrying over if unused). This bill directly affects in-state undergraduate students at the University System of New Hampshire by providing state funding to lower their tuition expenses.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $5.4M from General Fund to reduce in-state tuition costs, funding essential education program with fiscal cap.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill appropriates $300/student to reduce in-state tuition costs for university students, directly funding higher education access and affordability.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Higher Education Student Financial Aid

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signed · New Hampshire · House Jul 10, 2026

HB 1756: 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.

HB 1756 allows qualifying organizations (including religious, educational, charitable groups, and veterans associations like the American Legion) to submit a single application for property tax exemptions instead of filing annually. Once approved, exemptions remain in effect permanently unless a town assessor later determines the organization no longer qualifies. The bill requires annual field reviews by local assessors to verify ongoing eligibility and mandates organizations to provide updated documentation at least every five years (or annually if requested). This replaces the current system where exemptions must be re-verified each year.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill streamlines property tax exemptions for qualifying organizations, providing tax relief and reducing administrative burden while maintaining fiscal oversight.90% confidence ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill explicitly includes veterans associations (e.g., American Legion) in property tax exemption eligibility, reducing administrative burden and supporting their operational stability to serve veterans.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax

signed · New Hampshire · Senate Jul 9, 2026

SB 492: authorizing the department of military affairs and veterans services to license and lease property in which the department holds a property interest.

SB 492 authorizes New Hampshire's Department of Military Affairs and Veterans Services to lease or license property it owns, directly affecting the department and private entities renting that property. The bill requires lessees (unless tax-exempt) to pay local property taxes on the leased property, similar to private owners, and outlines penalties for nonpayment. It creates a dedicated "Department of Military Affairs and Veterans Services Property Fund" to manage revenues from leases, which can be used for purchasing, maintaining, or operating department property and projects. The fund ensures these revenues are kept separate and can cover related expenses like property maintenance, administrative costs, or bond payments.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRequires lessees to pay local property taxes on leased military property, creating a dedicated fund for revenue management - ensuring tax compliance and fiscal responsibility.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Procurement

failed · New Hampshire · House Mar 5, 2026

HB 1385: prohibiting the use of negative property tax rates in certain municipalities.

HB 1385 prohibits municipalities with minimal or no public education costs from using negative property tax rates, which would otherwise require the state to pay the municipality for taxable property. The bill specifically targets towns or cities that have taxable property but allocate little or nothing to public education in their budgets. It requires the Department of Revenue Administration to reject any negative tax rate proposals from these localities. This change takes effect immediately upon the bill's passage and applies statewide to all qualifying municipalities.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRestricts state payments to municipalities avoiding education funding, limiting fiscal outlays by preventing negative tax rate proposals that would require state funds.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax

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failed · New Hampshire · House Apr 17, 2026

HB 1301: increasing certain mooring fees and directing such funds to the cyanobacteria mitigation loan and grant fund.

HB 1301 increases the annual fee for moorings not located in designated mooring areas from $25 to $50, with $25 of each fee directed to the cyanobacteria mitigation loan and grant fund. This primarily affects boat owners with individual moorings on New Hampshire's inland waterways who pay annual registration fees. The funds will support competitive grants or loans to municipalities and nonprofit lake/watershed groups for projects preventing or mitigating harmful cyanobacteria blooms. The bill generates an estimated $68,750-$80,000 annually for the fund starting in fiscal year 2027. It modifies RSA 270:62, V to establish this fee allocation.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases mooring fees to fund cyanobacteria mitigation, directly allocating revenue to a specific environmental program through budgetary means.90% confidence

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