The House, Wednesday, April 17, 1996

The House took up 123 bills: 55 together on the consent calendar, then 68 one by one, listed below by bill.

Journal
House Journal 54
Votes Taken
3 roll calls, 2 divisions27 voice votes
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The journal is on record from 1997, so this day carries the vote record without the debate.

What the House Did That Day

The record does not say what order these came in: the journal page is cited on only a few of them, so they are listed by bill.

HB 1025-FN-LOCAL (1996)Became Law
relative to a 10-year transportation plan, relative to the Derry local exit on I-93, and extending the lapse dates for certain capital appropriations to the department of transportation.
Rep. G. Chandler (Carr 1) House Public Works and Highways Transportation and Highways

House Public Works and Highways recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA), 16–0.

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedFeb 21, 1996✓HouseApr 18, 1996✓SenateMay 7, 1996✓GovernorJun 10, 1996✓Law
HB 1129 (1996)Became Law
relative to the Laconia airport authority and relative to the Manchester airport.
Rep. Rice (Belk 7) House Corrections and Criminal Justice Senate Transportation

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes)

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

In the record: Concur

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓HouseFeb 15, 1996✓SenateMar 28, 1996✓GovernorMay 13, 1996✓LawJul 12, 1996
HB 1151 (1996)Became Law
relative to penalties for persons convicted of class B misdemeanors and violations and relative to parole revocation hearings.
Rep. D. Sytek (Rock 26) House Corrections and Criminal Justice Senate Judiciary Crimes, Criminal Procedure and Corrections

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes)

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

In the record: Concur

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓HouseFeb 13, 1996✓SenateApr 2, 1996✓GovernorMay 15, 1996✓LawJan 1, 1997
HB 1180 (1996)Became Law
relative to the rulemaking authority of the commissioner of transportation relating to the turnpike system and relative to the duration of state registration certificates.
Rep. E. Smith (Ches 6) House Public Works and Highways Senate Executive Departments and Administration Transportation and Highways

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes)

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

In the record: Concur

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓HouseFeb 15, 1996✓SenateApr 2, 1996✓GovernorMay 15, 1996✓Law
HB 1194 (1996)Became Law
exempting motorsport events from certain aspects of the laws regulating campgrounds and camping parks.
Rep. Avery (Ches 8) House Commerce, Small Business, Consumer Affairs and Economic Development Senate Fish and Game/Recreation

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences)

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

In the record: Nonconcur and Request Committee of Conference

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓HouseFeb 21, 1996✓SenateApr 9, 1996✓GovernorJun 10, 1996✓LawJun 10, 1996
HB 1210 (1996)Became Law
amending the workers' compensation law to provide an exemption from coverage requirements for nonresident employees.
Rep. R. Hawkins (Rock 20) House Labor, Industrial and Rehabilitative Services Senate Insurance Employment

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes)

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

In the record: Concur

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓HouseMar 5, 1996✓SenateApr 4, 1996✓GovernorMay 24, 1996✓LawJul 23, 1996
HB 1288 (1996)Became Law
establishing a study committee on pesticide product registration policies.
Rep. Scanlan (Graf 11) House Environment and Agriculture Senate Environment Study Committees and Commissions

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences)

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

In the record: Nonconcur and Request Committee of Conference

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓HouseMar 19, 1996✓SenateApr 16, 1996✓GovernorJun 10, 1996✓LawJun 10, 1996
HB 1302 (1996)Became Law
establishing a committee to study methods of improving telecommunication services to the North Country and other rural areas.
Rep. Rosen (Belk 7) House Science, Technology and Energy Senate Economic Development Study Committees and Commissions

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes)

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

In the record: Concur

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓HouseFeb 21, 1996✓SenateApr 4, 1996✓GovernorMay 15, 1996✓LawJul 14, 1996
HB 1315 (1996)Became Law
relative to the use of certain products containing phosphates.
Rep. Dickinson (Carr 2) House Resources, Recreation and Development Senate Environment Environment - Conservation

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes)

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

In the record: Concur

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓HouseMar 5, 1996✓SenateApr 4, 1996✓GovernorMay 15, 1996✓LawMay 15, 1996
HB 1392 (1996)Became Law
restructuring the electric utility industry in New Hampshire and establishing a legislative oversight committee.
Rep. J. Bradley (Carr 8) House Science, Technology and Energy Senate Executive Departments and Administration Energy and Utilities

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes)

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

In the record: Concur

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓HouseFeb 1, 1996✓SenateApr 16, 1996✓GovernorMay 21, 1996✓LawMay 21, 1996
HB 1434-LOCAL (1996)Became Law
establishing a committee to study the issues surrounding the definition of "facility" for the purposes of eligibility for property tax exemptions for water and air pollution control facilities.
Rep. Whalley (Merr 5) House Municipal and County Government Senate Environment Study Committees and Commissions

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes)

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

In the record: Concur

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓HouseFeb 15, 1996✓SenateMar 20, 1996✓GovernorMay 15, 1996✓LawMay 15, 1996
HB 1492 (1996)Became Law
authorizing a city, town, or the state to allow the operation of OHRVs on certain sidewalks.
Rep. Whalley (Merr 5) House Transportation Senate Fish and Game/Recreation Transportation and Highways

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes)

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

In the record: Concur

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓HouseFeb 1, 1996✓SenateMar 28, 1996✓GovernorMay 13, 1996✓LawJul 12, 1996
HB 1522-FN (1996)Became Law
establishing a committee to review the medicaid rate setting methodology.
Rep. Amidon (Hills 9) House Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs Senate Insurance Public and Mental Health

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes)

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

In the record: Concur

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓HouseJan 31, 1996✓SenateMar 28, 1996✓GovernorMay 16, 1996✓LawMay 16, 1996
HB 1548 (1996)Became Law
relative to county attorneys.
Rep. Lozeau (Hills 30) House Corrections and Criminal Justice Senate Judiciary

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes)

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

In the record: Concur

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓HouseMar 5, 1996✓SenateApr 2, 1996✓GovernorMay 16, 1996✓LawJul 15, 1996
HB 1621 (1996)Became Law
authorizing the executive director of the fish and game department to conduct wildlife population reductions on Long Island in the town of Moultonborough.
Rep. Patten (Carr 9) House Wildlife and Marine Resources Senate Fish and Game/Recreation Fish & Game

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences)

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

In the record: Nonconcur and Request Committee of Conference

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓HouseFeb 13, 1996✓SenateApr 16, 1996✓GovernorJun 10, 1996✓LawAug 9, 1996
HB 1631 (1996)Became Law
relative to the felonious use of body armor.
Rep. L. Jean (Hills 17) House Corrections and Criminal Justice Senate Judiciary

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences)

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

In the record: Nonconcur and Request Committee of Conference

✓IntroducedFeb 1, 1996✓HouseMar 19, 1996✓SenateApr 9, 1996✓GovernorJun 10, 1996✓LawJan 1, 1997
HB 471-FN (1996)Became Law
relative to the department of corrections, including a corrections impact statement, abolishing the division of adult services, and changing the title of the warden of the department of corrections.
Rep. C. Brown (Graf 14) House Corrections and Criminal Justice Senate Executive Departments and Administration

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes)

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

In the record: Concur

✓IntroducedJan 5, 1995✓HouseJan 3, 1996✓SenateApr 2, 1996✓GovernorJun 3, 1996✓LawJul 1, 1996
SB 175-FN-LOCAL (1996)Died
allowing the city of Manchester to issue state-guaranteed bonds for a civic center and relative to the financing of Manchester airport.
Sen. Danais (SD20) House Commerce, Small Business, Consumer Affairs and Economic Development

House Commerce, Small Business, Consumer Affairs and Economic Development recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA), 11–1.

Adopt the Committee Amendment (Accept the committee's changes)

Motion Failed 164–182 on a roll call

In the record: Adopt Committee Amendment

Reconsider (Vote again on a decision)

Motion Passed: Vote Reopened 256–92 on a roll call

Moved by Rep. Kurk.

Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA, Pass the bill with changes)

Motion Failed 130–207 on a roll call

Indefinitely Postpone (Kill the bill and bar its subject for the term)

Motion Passed: Bill Killed on a voice vote

✓IntroducedMay 11, 1995✓SenateJan 25, 1996✕HouseApr 17, 1996Governor✕LawApr 17, 1996
SB 514 (1996)Died
relative to the definition of personal watercraft and authorizing certain residents to petition the commissioner of safety to allow the use of personal watercraft on previously restricted water bodies.
Sen. Johnson (SD3) House Transportation Senate Fish and Game/Recreation Environment - Conservation

House Transportation recommended Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL), 12–6; a minority, Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA).

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateMar 6, 1996✕HouseApr 18, 1996Governor✕LawApr 18, 1996
SB 517-LOCAL (1996)Became Law
relative to assessments against owners of property in central business districts.
Sen. Shaheen (SD21) House Municipal and County Government Senate Ways and Means Taxes - Local

House Municipal and County Government recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA), 13–2; a minority, Ought to Pass (OTP).

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateMar 6, 1996✓HouseApr 18, 1996✓GovernorJun 10, 1996✓LawAug 9, 1996
SB 521-LOCAL (1996)Became Law
establishing a civic center commission to operate a civic and trade center in the city of Concord.
Sen. Larsen (SD15) House Commerce, Small Business, Consumer Affairs and Economic Development Senate Economic Development

House Commerce, Small Business, Consumer Affairs and Economic Development recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA), 19–0.

Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA, Pass the bill with changes)

Motion Passed: Bill Passed with Changes on a voice vote

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateMar 6, 1996✓HouseApr 17, 1996✓GovernorJun 3, 1996✓LawJun 3, 1996
SB 524 (1996)Became Law
relative to filing of reports or inventories with the probate court by guardians, fiduciaries, and executors; adopting the uniform disclaimer of property interests act; and relative to jurisdiction of family division courts.
Sen. Podles (SD16) House Judiciary and Family Law Senate Judiciary Courts and Procedure

House Judiciary and Family Law recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA), 13–0.

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateMar 6, 1996✓HouseApr 18, 1996✓GovernorJun 10, 1996✓Law
SB 529 (1996)Died
limiting railroad liability for passenger trains.
Sen. Keough (SD23) House Commerce, Small Business, Consumer Affairs and Economic Development Senate Transportation

House Commerce, Small Business, Consumer Affairs and Economic Development recommended Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL), 9–6; a minority, Interim Study (IS).

Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL, Kill the bill)

Motion Passed: Bill Killed 173–84 on a division

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateFeb 15, 1996✕HouseApr 17, 1996Governor✕LawApr 17, 1996
SB 530 (1996)Interim Study
authorizing the court to suspend the motor vehicle driver's license of a person convicted of criminal mischief.
Sen. Cohen (SD24) House Corrections and Criminal Justice Senate Judiciary Crimes, Criminal Procedure and Corrections

House Corrections and Criminal Justice recommended Interim Study (IS), 12–1.

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateFeb 21, 1996HouseApr 18, 1996Governor✕LawJun 13, 1996
SB 533 (1996)Became Law
relative to economic development and retention rates.
Sen. Shaheen (SD21) House Science, Technology and Energy Senate Executive Departments and Administration Energy and Utilities

House Science, Technology and Energy recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA), 12–3.

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateMar 6, 1996✓HouseApr 18, 1996✓GovernorJun 3, 1996✓LawJun 3, 1996
SB 534 (1996)Died
requiring candidates to report when either receipts or expenditures exceed a certain amount.
Sen. Shaheen (SD21) House Constitutional and Statutory Revision Senate Executive Departments and Administration Elections

House Constitutional and Statutory Revision recommended Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL), 11–0.

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateMar 7, 1996✕HouseApr 18, 1996Governor✕LawApr 18, 1996
SB 535 (1996)Interim Study
relative to automobile insurance.
Sen. Rodeschin (SD8) House Commerce, Small Business, Consumer Affairs and Economic Development Senate Insurance Insurance

House Commerce, Small Business, Consumer Affairs and Economic Development recommended Interim Study (IS), 13–2.

Interim Study (IS, Study the bill after the session)

Motion Passed: Sent to Interim Study on a voice vote

In the record: Refer for Interim Study

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateFeb 13, 1996HouseApr 17, 1996Governor✕LawJun 13, 1996
SB 539-FN (1996)Became Law
relative to blood testing; relative to confidential communications between a patient and a physician or surgeon; relative to claims against the state; adding a member to the emergency medical and trauma services coordinating board; and rep
Sen. Barnes (SD17) House Corrections and Criminal Justice Senate Transportation

House Corrections and Criminal Justice recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA), 12–2.

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateMar 7, 1996✓HouseApr 18, 1996✓GovernorJun 10, 1996✓LawAug 9, 1996
SB 540-FN (1996)Became Law
modifying the definition of a qualified investment company.
Sen. Fraser (SD4) House Finance Senate Banks Taxes - State

House Finance recommended Ought to Pass (OTP), 17–2.

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateFeb 15, 1996✓HouseApr 18, 1996✓GovernorMay 24, 1996✓Law
SB 559-FN-LOCAL (1996)Died
declaring proposed public collective bargaining agreements to be public records subject to inspection.
Sen. Barnes (SD17) House Labor, Industrial and Rehabilitative Services Senate Public Affairs Employment

House Labor, Industrial and Rehabilitative Services recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA), 16–1.

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateFeb 21, 1996✓HouseApr 18, 1996Governor✕Law
SB 561-A (1996)Became Law
making an appropriation for capital improvements for Lamson library at Plymouth state college and for the purchase of furnishings for the Brown building; extending certain lapse dates; relative to the Pease development authority; relativet
Sen. Gordon (SD2) House Public Works and Highways Senate Capital Budget

House Public Works and Highways recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA), 15–1.

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateMar 20, 1996✓HouseMay 8, 1996✓GovernorJun 3, 1996✓Law
SB 570 (1996)Became Law
relative to the transportation of dogs in motor vehicles.
Sen. Roberge (SD9) House Transportation Senate Transportation Motor Vehicles

House Transportation recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA), 18–0.

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateFeb 8, 1996✓HouseApr 18, 1996✓GovernorJun 3, 1996✓LawJan 1, 1997
SB 571-LOCAL (1996)Became Law
relative to speech-language specialists in the schools.
Sen. Lovejoy (SD6) House Education Senate Education Education - General

House Education recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA), 14–4.

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateJan 25, 1996✓HouseApr 18, 1996✓GovernorJun 10, 1996✓LawAug 9, 1996
SB 575 (1996)Died
relative to reporting requirements for candidates for local offices.
Sen. Roberge (SD9) House Constitutional and Statutory Revision Senate Executive Departments and Administration Elections

House Constitutional and Statutory Revision recommended Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL), 10–2.

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateMar 7, 1996✕HouseApr 18, 1996Governor✕LawApr 18, 1996
SB 576-LOCAL (1996)Interim Study
permitting telecommunications public utilities to provide services at rates lower than those fixed by its schedules of general application to public and private schools grades kindergarten through 12.
Sen. J. King (SD18) House Science, Technology and Energy Senate Executive Departments and Administration Energy and Utilities

House Science, Technology and Energy recommended Interim Study (IS), 11–1.

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateMar 6, 1996HouseApr 18, 1996Governor✕LawJun 13, 1996
SB 577 (1996)Died
establishing a committee to study the issue of implementing individual withdrawal selection for abortion coverage by an individual in a group policy, including premium implications and administrative costs.
Sen. Colantuono (SD14) House Commerce, Small Business, Consumer Affairs and Economic Development Senate Insurance Study Committees and Commissions

House Commerce, Small Business, Consumer Affairs and Economic Development recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA), 12–4; a minority, Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL).

Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA, Pass the bill with changes)

Motion Passed: Bill Passed with Changes 161–147 on a division

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateMar 6, 1996✕HouseMay 16, 1996Governor✕LawMay 16, 1996
SB 587 (1996)Became Law
authorizing municipal and county agreements to purchase electricity and energy services.
Sen. Cohen (SD24) House Science, Technology and Energy Senate Economic Development Energy and Utilities

House Science, Technology and Energy recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA), 12–0.

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateMar 6, 1996✓HouseApr 18, 1996✓GovernorJun 3, 1996✓LawAug 2, 1996
SB 590 (1996)Became Law
establishing a committee to study the feasibility of requiring insurers to cover early intervention services.
Sen. J. King (SD18) House Commerce, Small Business, Consumer Affairs and Economic Development Senate Insurance Study Committees and Commissions

House Commerce, Small Business, Consumer Affairs and Economic Development recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA), 11–7.

Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA, Pass the bill with changes)

Motion Passed: Bill Passed with Changes on a voice vote

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateFeb 21, 1996✓HouseApr 17, 1996✓GovernorJun 3, 1996✓LawJun 3, 1996
SB 592-FN-LOCAL (1996)Died
establishing a committee to study the distribution of school building aid.
Sen. Cohen (SD24) House Education Senate Education Study Committees and Commissions

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateJan 25, 1996✕HouseApr 18, 1996Governor✕LawApr 18, 1996
SB 594 (1996)Became Law
relative to procedures under the official ballot option to town meeting and establishing a committee to examine procedural aspects of the official ballot law.
Sen. Lovejoy (SD6) House Municipal and County Government Senate Public Affairs Municipalities

House Municipal and County Government recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA), 12–0.

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateMar 6, 1996✓HouseApr 18, 1996✓GovernorJun 10, 1996✓LawJun 10, 1996
SB 613 (1996)Became Law
proclaiming December 7 of each year as New Hampshire Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.
Sen. Barnes (SD17) House Public Protection and Veterans Affairs Senate Public Affairs

House Public Protection and Veterans Affairs recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA), 14–0.

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateFeb 1, 1996✓HouseApr 18, 1996✓GovernorJun 10, 1996✓LawAug 9, 1996
SB 615 (1996)Died
relative to property left behind by tenants and relative to damage deposits for pets.
Sen. Stawasz (SD12) House Commerce, Small Business, Consumer Affairs and Economic Development Senate Public Affairs Housing

House Commerce, Small Business, Consumer Affairs and Economic Development recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA), 17–2.

Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA, Pass the bill with changes)

Motion Passed: Bill Passed with Changes on a voice vote

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateJan 25, 1996✓HouseApr 17, 1996Governor✕Law
SB 621-FN-LOCAL (1996)Became Law
relative to the dam safety program in the department of environmental services and making an appropriation therefor; legalizing the Kingston town meeting; reinstating the corporate charter of Country Squire Realty Associates, Inc.; extendi
Sen. Johnson (SD3) House Resources, Recreation and Development Senate Fish and Game/Recreation

House Resources, Recreation and Development recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA), 13–2.

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateFeb 15, 1996✓HouseMay 8, 1996✓GovernorJun 10, 1996✓Law
SB 627 (1996)Died
relative to insurance coverage for childbirth.
Sen. Shaheen (SD21) House Commerce, Small Business, Consumer Affairs and Economic Development Senate Insurance Insurance

House Commerce, Small Business, Consumer Affairs and Economic Development recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA), 15–0.

Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA, Pass the bill with changes)

Motion Passed: Bill Passed with Changes on a voice vote

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateFeb 21, 1996✓HouseApr 17, 1996Governor✕Law
SB 630-FN (1996)Died
relative to outdoor advertising devices and permit fees.
Sen. F. King (SD1) House Public Works and Highways Senate Transportation Transportation and Highways

House Public Works and Highways recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA), 9–8; a minority, Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL).

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateJan 18, 1996✕HouseApr 18, 1996Governor✕LawApr 18, 1996
SB 632 (1996)Became Law
requiring municipal water companies to provide notice and opportunity to certain tenants prior to termination of service.
Sen. Shaheen (SD21) House Science, Technology and Energy Senate Public Affairs Housing

House Science, Technology and Energy recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA), 10–3.

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateMar 6, 1996✓HouseApr 18, 1996✓GovernorMay 21, 1996✓LawJul 20, 1996
SB 635-FN (1996)Became Law
relative to cost of living adjustments for retired firefighters and relative to the special account for additional benefits held by the board of trustees of the New Hamsphire retirement system.
Sen. J. King (SD18) House Executive Departments and Administration Senate Insurance Retirement

House Executive Departments and Administration recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA), 12–0.

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateMar 20, 1996✓HouseMay 1, 1996✓GovernorJun 10, 1996✓Law
SB 637 (1996)Died
requiring the commissioner of the department of environmental services to study and recommend statutory changes establishing a fabric care environmental response program.
Sen. Blaisdell (SD10) House Environment and Agriculture Senate Environment Environment - Administration

House Environment and Agriculture recommended Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL), 13–0.

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateFeb 15, 1996✕HouseApr 18, 1996Governor✕LawApr 18, 1996
SB 640 (1996)Became Law
relative to acquisitions and mergers involving national banks; relative to branch banking and bank holding company affiliates; relative to trust activities conducted in New Hampshire by out-of-state banks and conducted out-of-state by NewH
Sen. Fraser (SD4) House Commerce, Small Business, Consumer Affairs and Economic Development Senate Banks Banking and Finance

House Commerce, Small Business, Consumer Affairs and Economic Development recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA), 15–0.

Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA, Pass the bill with changes)

Motion Passed: Bill Passed with Changes on a voice vote

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateMar 6, 1996✓HouseApr 17, 1996✓GovernorJun 10, 1996✓Law
SB 651 (1996)Became Law
establishing a temporary tax rate in simulcast dog racing, establishing a committee to examine certain aspects of the pari-mutuel industry, and establishing a temporary breakage distribution for certain running horse races.
Sen. Fraser (SD4) House Regulated Revenues Senate Ways and Means Gambling

House Regulated Revenues recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA), 13–0.

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateMar 20, 1996✓HouseMay 8, 1996✓GovernorJun 3, 1996✓LawJul 1, 1996
SB 653-FN (1996)Died
establishing the parent and pupil rights law.
Sen. Wheeler (SD11) House Education Senate Education Education - General

House Education recommended Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL), 16–3.

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateMar 6, 1996✕HouseApr 18, 1996Governor✕LawApr 18, 1996
SB 656-FN (1996)Became Law
expanding drug-free school zones to include Head Start facilities.
Sen. Shaheen (SD21) House Education Senate Education Education - General

House Education recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA), 11–4.

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateFeb 15, 1996✓HouseApr 18, 1996✓GovernorJun 10, 1996✓LawAug 9, 1996
SB 662-FN (1996)Died
relative to real estate appraisers.
Sen. Wheeler (SD11) House Executive Departments and Administration Senate Executive Departments and Administration Occupational Regulation

House Executive Departments and Administration recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA), 8–4; a minority, Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA).

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateMar 7, 1996✕HouseApr 18, 1996Governor✕LawApr 18, 1996
SB 663 (1996)Interim Study
relative to lead paint insurance coverage and lead paint risk reduction.
Sen. Wheeler (SD11) House Commerce, Small Business, Consumer Affairs and Economic Development Senate Public Institutions, Health and Human Services

House Commerce, Small Business, Consumer Affairs and Economic Development recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA), 8–7; a minority, Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL).

Interim Study (IS, Study the bill after the session)

Motion Passed: Sent to Interim Study on a voice vote

In the record: Refer for Interim Study

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateMar 7, 1996HouseApr 17, 1996Governor✕LawJun 13, 1996
SB 665-FN (1996)Died
relative to liquor licenses for a sports/entertainment complex.
Sen. Shaheen (SD21) House Regulated Revenues Senate Ways and Means Liquor and Beer

House Regulated Revenues recommended Ought to Pass (OTP), 10–3.

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 18, 1996✓SenateMar 6, 1996✕HouseApr 18, 1996Governor✕LawApr 18, 1996
SB 666-FN-A (1996)Became Law
relative to the administration of motor vehicle laws pertaining to road tolls, and to a multi-jurisdictional fuel tax agreement.
Sen. Currier (SD7) House Public Works and Highways Senate Interstate Cooperation Transportation and Highways

House Public Works and Highways recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA), 18–0.

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 18, 1996✓SenateMar 7, 1996✓HouseMay 8, 1996✓GovernorJun 10, 1996✓Law
SB 7-FN-A (1996)Became Law
relative to kindergarten aid programs and making an appropriation therefor, and establishing a local education improvement assistance program and making an appropriation therefor.
Sen. Colantuono (SD14) House Education Senate Education Education - General

House Education recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA), 16–2.

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 5, 1995✓SenateJan 11, 1996✓HouseMay 1, 1996✓GovernorJun 10, 1996✓LawJul 1, 1996
SB 73 (1996)Died
relative to real estate brokers liens.
Sen. Stawasz (SD12) House Commerce, Small Business, Consumer Affairs and Economic Development Senate Executive Departments and Administration

House Commerce, Small Business, Consumer Affairs and Economic Development recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA), 11–5.

Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL, Kill the bill)

Motion Passed: Bill Killed on a voice vote

✓IntroducedJan 5, 1995✓SenateJan 11, 1996✕HouseApr 17, 1996Governor✕LawApr 17, 1996
SCR 20 (1996)Adopted
demanding that the federal government cease enacting mandates that are beyond the scope of the 10th Amendment to the United States Constitution.
Sen. George Lovejoy House State-Federal Relations Senate Public Affairs State Government

House State-Federal Relations recommended Ought to Pass (OTP), 9–1; a minority, Inexpedient to Legislate (ITL).

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateFeb 13, 1996✓HouseApr 18, 1996
SCR 21 (1996)Adopted
urging the President of the United States and Congress to establish an independent commission to advise Congress on campaign finance reform legislation.
Sen. Debora Pignatelli House State-Federal Relations Senate Public Affairs State Government

House State-Federal Relations recommended Ought to Pass (OTP), 9–1.

Special Order (Take the bill up at a set time)

Motion Passed: Rescheduled

In the record: Special Order to 04/18/1996

✓IntroducedJan 3, 1996✓SenateFeb 13, 1996✓HouseApr 18, 1996