The Senate, Wednesday, May 21, 2008

The Senate took up 113 bills, listed below by bill.

Votes Taken
5 roll calls109 voice votes
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The Senate journal does not record who spoke for or against a motion, so this is the vote record without the debate.

What the Senate 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 1219 (2008)Died
relative to exempting fish and game department volunteers from financial disclosure requirements.
Rep. Dennis Abbott (D - Rock 12) House Fish and Game Senate Election Law and Internal Affairs Fish & Game

Accede to the Request for a Committee of Conference (Agree to a conference)

Motion Passed: Conference Agreed on a voice vote

In the record: Sen. Burling Accede to House Request For Committee of Conference

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓HouseFeb 6, 2008✓SenateMay 15, 2008Governor✕Law
HB 1220 (2008)Died
establishing a commission to study the taxation of alternative fuel and electric-powered motor vehicles for the purpose of funding improvements to the state's highways and bridges.
Rep. John Cloutier (D - Sull 4) House Public Works and Highways Senate Transportation and Interstate Cooperation Study Committees and Commissions

Accede to the Request for a Committee of Conference (Agree to a conference)

Motion Passed: Conference Agreed on a voice vote

In the record: Sen. Letournrau Accede to House Request for Conference Committee

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓HouseJan 30, 2008✓SenateApr 10, 2008✕GovernorJun 27, 2008✕LawSep 24, 2008
HB 1237 (2008)Died
establishing a committee to study liquor advertising by the liquor commission.
Rep. John Hunt (R - Ches 7) House Commerce Senate Commerce, Labor and Consumer Protection Study Committees and Commissions

Accede to the Request for a Committee of Conference (Agree to a conference)

Motion Passed: Conference Agreed on a voice vote

In the record: Sen. Gottesman Accede to House Request For Committee of Conference

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓HouseMar 5, 2008✓SenateMay 8, 2008Governor✕Law
HB 1242 (2008)Became Law
relative to the prohibition on employee consumption of beverage or liquor and relative to the minimum hourly rate of compensation.
Rep. Michael Kaelin (D - Hills 4) House Labor, Industrial and Rehabilitative Services Senate Commerce, Labor and Consumer Protection Employment

Accede to the Request for a Committee of Conference (Agree to a conference)

Motion Passed: Conference Agreed on a voice vote

In the record: Sen. Gottesman Accede to House Request For Committee of Conference

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓HouseMar 5, 2008✓SenateMay 15, 2008✓GovernorJul 3, 2008✓Law
HB 1335 (2008)Became Law
establishing a commission to study the effects of post-traumatic stress disorder and traumatic brain injury suffered by New Hampshire soldiers and veterans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan.
Rep. Sharon Carson (R - Rock 3) House State-Federal Relations and Veterans Affairs Senate Election Law and Internal Affairs Study Committees and Commissions

Accede to the Request for a Committee of Conference (Agree to a conference)

Motion Passed: Conference Agreed on a voice vote

In the record: Sen. Burling Accede to House Request for Conference Committee

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓HouseMar 5, 2008✓SenateApr 17, 2008✓GovernorJun 26, 2008✓LawJun 26, 2008
HB 1346 (2008)Became Law
relative to the regulation of junk dealers, scrap metal dealers and pawnbrokers.
Rep. Richard Snow (D - Rock 1) House Municipal and County Government Senate Public and Municipal Affairs

Accede to the Request for a Committee of Conference (Agree to a conference)

Motion Passed: Conference Agreed on a voice vote

In the record: Sen. Hassan Accede to House Request For Committee of Conference

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓HouseMar 18, 2008✓SenateMay 14, 2008✓GovernorJun 27, 2008✓LawJun 27, 2008
HB 1405-FN (2008)Became Law
regulating outdoor wood-fired hydronic heaters.
Rep. Gilman Shattuck (D - Hills 1) House Science, Technology and Energy Senate Energy, Environment and Economic Development

Accede to the Request for a Committee of Conference (Agree to a conference)

Motion Passed: Conference Agreed on a voice vote

In the record: Sen. Fuller Clark Accede to House Request For Committee of Conference

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓HouseMar 5, 2008✓SenateMay 8, 2008✓GovernorJul 11, 2008✓LawAug 10, 2008
HB 1442-FN-A-LOCAL (2008)Became Law
relative to the taxation of farm buildings and land under farm buildings, and relative to the assessment of property subject to a housing covenant under the low-income housing tax credit program.
Rep. Eric Stohl (R - Coos 1) House Municipal and County Government Senate Public and Municipal Affairs Housing

Accede to the Request for a Committee of Conference (Agree to a conference)

Motion Passed: Conference Agreed on a voice vote

In the record: Sen. Hassan Accede to House Request For Committee of Conference

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓HouseFeb 13, 2008✓SenateMay 15, 2008✓GovernorJul 17, 2008✓Law
HB 1446 (2008)Became Law
relative to changes to the school building aid statutes and to the schoolhouses statutes.
Rep. Kenneth Weyler (R - Rock 8) House Education Senate Education Education - General

Accede to the Request for a Committee of Conference (Agree to a conference)

Motion Passed: Conference Agreed on a voice vote

In the record: Sen. Burling Accede to House Request For Committee of Conference

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓HouseFeb 6, 2008✓SenateMay 14, 2008✓GovernorJun 27, 2008✓LawAug 26, 2008
HB 1471 (2008)Became Law
relative to time limits for excavating and dredging permits and directing the department of environmental services to make legislative proposals regarding solid waste management.
Rep. Judith Spang (D - Straf 7) House Resources, Recreation and Development Senate Energy, Environment and Economic Development Environment - Administration

Accede to the Request for a Committee of Conference (Agree to a conference)

Motion Passed: Conference Agreed on a voice vote

In the record: Sen. Fuller Clark Accede to House Request For Committee of Conference

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓HouseFeb 13, 2008✓SenateMay 15, 2008✓GovernorJul 11, 2008✓Law
HB 1502-FN (2008)Became Law
establishing a commission to develop alternatives to the disposal of medical sharps in household waste.
Rep. J. David Knox (R - Carr 4) House Environment and Agriculture Senate Health and Human Services

Accede to the Request for a Committee of Conference (Agree to a conference)

Motion Passed: Conference Agreed on a voice vote

In the record: Sen. Estabrook Accede to House Request for Conference Committee

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓HouseMar 12, 2008✓SenateMay 1, 2008✓GovernorJun 26, 2008✓LawJun 26, 2008
HB 1594-FN (2008)Became Law
establishing a commission to study the current methods of funding the hazardous waste and hazardous materials programs in New Hampshire.
Rep. Richard Snow (D - Rock 1) House Environment and Agriculture Senate Energy, Environment and Economic Development Study Committees and Commissions

Accede to the Request for a Committee of Conference (Agree to a conference)

Motion Passed: Conference Agreed on a voice vote

In the record: Sen. Fuller Clark Accede to House Request For Committee of Conference

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓HouseMar 19, 2008✓SenateMay 15, 2008✓GovernorJul 11, 2008✓LawJul 11, 2008
HB 1615-FN-A (2008)Became Law
establishing the state office of rural health in the department of health and human services and establishing a commission to recommend policies and programs to increase the number of persons in health professions servicing New Hampshire’s rural and underserved areas.
Rep. Martha McLeod (D - Graf 2) House Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs Senate Health and Human Services Welfare/Medicare/Medicaid

Accede to the Request for a Committee of Conference (Agree to a conference)

Motion Passed: Conference Agreed on a voice vote

In the record: Sen. Estabrook Accede to House Request For Committee of Conference

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓HouseMar 5, 2008✓SenateMay 1, 2008✓GovernorJul 11, 2008✓Law
HB 1628 (2008)Became Law
relative to renewable energy generation incentive programs.
Rep. Michael Kaelin (D - Hills 4) House Science, Technology and Energy Senate Energy, Environment and Economic Development Energy and Utilities

Accede to the Request for a Committee of Conference (Agree to a conference)

Motion Passed: Conference Agreed on a voice vote

In the record: Sen. Fuller Clark Accede to House Request For Committee of Conference

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓HouseMar 18, 2008✓SenateMay 15, 2008✓GovernorJul 11, 2008✓LawJul 11, 2008
HB 1637 (2008)Became Law
relative to reports to the cancer registry and requiring the oversight committee on health and human services to study the frequency of unfilled prescriptions due to inadequate staffing in pharmacies and pharmacy closures.
Rep. James MacKay (D - Merr 11) House Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs Senate Health and Human Services Public and Mental Health

Accede to the Request for a Committee of Conference (Agree to a conference)

Motion Passed: Conference Agreed on a voice vote

In the record: Sen. Estabrook Accede to House Request For Committee of Conference

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓HouseMar 18, 2008✓SenateMay 15, 2008✓GovernorJul 11, 2008✓Law
HB 1640-FN (2008)Became Law
relative to the classification of convicted sex offenders and offenders against children.
Rep. Cynthia Dokmo (R - Hills 6) House Criminal Justice and Public Safety Senate Judiciary Crimes, Criminal Procedure and Corrections

Accede to the Request for a Committee of Conference (Agree to a conference)

Motion Passed: Conference Agreed on a voice vote

In the record: Sen. Foster Accede to House Request For Committee of Conference

✓IntroducedJan 23, 2008✓HouseMar 5, 2008✓SenateMay 8, 2008✓GovernorJul 7, 2008✓LawJan 1, 2009
HB 1642-FN (2008)Became Law
providing additional funding for charter schools for the 2009 fiscal year.
Rep. Claire Clarke (D - Merr 6) House Education Senate Education Education - General

Accede to the Request for a Committee of Conference (Agree to a conference)

Motion Passed: Conference Agreed on a voice vote

In the record: Sen. Estabrook Accede to House Request For Committee of Conference

✓IntroducedJan 23, 2008✓HouseMar 18, 2008✓SenateMay 15, 2008✓GovernorJul 11, 2008✓LawJul 1, 2008
HB 1645-FN-LOCAL (2008)Became Law
relative to administration of the New Hampshire retirement system and benefits for members.
Rep. Daniel Eaton (D - Ches 2) House Executive Departments and Administration Senate Executive Departments and Administration Retirement

Accede to the Request for a Committee of Conference (Agree to a conference)

Motion Passed: Conference Agreed on a voice vote

In the record: Sen. Burling Accede to House Request For Committee of Conference

✓IntroducedFeb 6, 2008✓HouseMar 18, 2008✓SenateMay 8, 2008✓GovernorJun 30, 2008✓Law
HB 1646 (2008)Became Law
relative to the 10-year transportation improvement plan.
Rep. Candace Bouchard (D - Merr 11) House Public Works and Highways Senate Transportation and Interstate Cooperation Transportation and Highways

Senate Transportation and Interstate Cooperation recommended Ought to Pass (OTP).

Accede to the Request for a Committee of Conference (Agree to a conference)

Motion Passed: Conference Agreed on a voice vote

In the record: Sen. Letourneau Accede to House Request For Committee of Conference

✓IntroducedFeb 6, 2008✓HouseMar 19, 2008✓SenateMay 15, 2008✓GovernorJun 25, 2008✓LawAug 24, 2008
HB 310 (2008)Became Law
allowing municipalities to regulate small wind energy systems.
Rep. William Chase (D - Ches 1) House Science, Technology and Energy Senate Public and Municipal Affairs Energy and Utilities

Accede to the Request for a Committee of Conference (Agree to a conference)

Motion Passed: Conference Agreed on a voice vote

In the record: Sen. Hassan Accede to House Request For Committee of Conference

✓IntroducedJan 4, 2007✓HouseJan 23, 2008✓SenateMay 8, 2008✓GovernorJul 11, 2008✓Law
HB 359-FN (2008)Became Law
relative to recovery of medical assistance from an estate, relative to the nursing facility quality assessment, and establishing an assessment on intermediate care facilities for the intellectually disabled.
Rep. David Kidder (R - Merr 1) House Judiciary Senate Health and Human Services Public and Mental Health

Accede to the Request for a Committee of Conference (Agree to a conference)

Motion Passed: Conference Agreed on a voice vote

In the record: Sen. Estabrook Accede to House Request For Committee of Conference

✓IntroducedJan 4, 2007✓HouseJan 2, 2008✓SenateMay 15, 2008✓GovernorJun 26, 2008✓Law
HB 65 (2008)Became Law
relative to the Pease development authority.
Rep. Laura Pantelakos (D - Rock 16) House Executive Departments and Administration Senate Executive Departments and Administration

Accede to the Request for a Committee of Conference (Agree to a conference)

Motion Passed: Conference Agreed on a voice vote

In the record: Sen. Burling Accede to House Request For Committee of Conference

✓IntroducedJan 4, 2007✓HouseMar 18, 2008✓SenateMay 15, 2008✓GovernorJul 11, 2008✓LawJul 11, 2008
HB 765-FN (2008)Became Law
establishing a committee to study the financial liability for placement of a child with a disability.
Rep. Nancy Stiles (R - Rock 15) House Education Senate Education Study Committees and Commissions

Accede to the Request for a Committee of Conference (Agree to a conference)

Motion Passed: Conference Agreed on a voice vote

In the record: Sen. Estabrook Accede to House Request for Conference Committee

✓IntroducedJan 31, 2007✓HouseJan 2, 2008✓SenateMay 1, 2008✓GovernorJun 27, 2008✓LawJun 27, 2008
HB 781-FN (2008)Became Law
relative to the duties of the department of safety and relative to emergency lights and warning lights.
Rep. John Flanders (R - Rock 8) House Transportation Senate Transportation and Interstate Cooperation Motor Vehicles

Accede to the Request for a Committee of Conference (Agree to a conference)

Motion Passed: Conference Agreed on a voice vote

In the record: Sen. Letourneau Accede to House Request For Committee of Conference

✓IntroducedJan 31, 2007✓HouseMar 19, 2008✓SenateMay 1, 2008✓GovernorJul 11, 2008✓LawSep 9, 2008
SB 102-FN (2008)Became Law
relative to the powers of state government in the event of an incident or outbreak of communicable disease.
Sen. Robert Clegg (R - SD14) House Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs Senate Health and Human Services Public and Mental Health

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 2394

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Iris Estabrook (D - SD21).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{2394}

✓IntroducedJan 4, 2007✓SenateApr 5, 2007✓HouseJan 23, 2008✓GovernorJul 7, 2008✓LawJul 7, 2008
SB 158 (2008)Became Law
relative to review of activities affecting surface waters.
Sen. Jacalyn Cilley (D - SD6) House Resources, Recreation and Development Senate Energy, Environment and Economic Development Environment - Conservation

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1307

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Martha Fuller Clark (D - SD21).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{1307}

✓IntroducedJan 4, 2007✓SenateJan 17, 2008✓HouseApr 23, 2008✓GovernorJul 7, 2008✓LawSep 5, 2008
SB 166-FN (2008)Became Law
relative to port moorings.
Sen. Martha Fuller Clark (D - SD24) House Executive Departments and Administration Senate Energy, Environment and Economic Development

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 2641

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Martha Fuller Clark (D - SD21).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{2641}

✓IntroducedFeb 8, 2007✓SenateApr 5, 2007✓HouseJan 2, 2008✓GovernorJul 2, 2008✓LawJul 2, 2008
SB 177 (2008)Became Law
relative to orders of reparation by the public utilities commission and penalties against public utilities.
Sen. Deborah Reynolds (D - SD2) House Science, Technology and Energy Senate Energy, Environment and Economic Development Energy and Utilities

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1142

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Martha Fuller Clark (D - SD21).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{1142}

✓IntroducedJan 4, 2007✓SenateJan 23, 2008✓HouseApr 23, 2008✓GovernorJul 2, 2008✓LawAug 31, 2008
SB 212-FN (2008)Became Law
relative to the regulation of home inspectors.
Sen. Jacalyn Cilley (D - SD6) House Executive Departments and Administration Senate Executive Departments and Administration Occupational Regulation

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences) 1266, 1333

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Peter Burling (D - SD5).

In the record: Nonconcur with House Ams{1266}{1333}; Requests C of C

✓IntroducedJan 4, 2007✓SenateJan 17, 2008✓HouseMay 7, 2008✓GovernorJul 7, 2008✓LawJul 1, 2008
SB 259 (2008)Became Law
establishing state appliance and equipment energy efficiency standards.
Sen. Martha Fuller Clark (D - SD24) House Science, Technology and Energy Senate Energy, Environment and Economic Development Energy and Utilities

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1337

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Martha Fuller Clark (D - SD21).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{1337}

✓IntroducedMar 8, 2007✓SenateJan 23, 2008✓HouseApr 30, 2008✓GovernorJul 2, 2008✓LawJan 1, 2009
SB 264 (2008)Became Law
relative to post-judgment attachments to secure small claims judgments.
Sen. Betsi DeVries (D - SD18) House Judiciary Senate Judiciary

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences) 1311

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Joseph Foster (D - SD13).

In the record: Nonconcur with House Am{1311}(NT); Requests C of C

✓IntroducedMar 15, 2007✓SenateJan 17, 2008✓HouseMay 7, 2008✓GovernorJul 7, 2008✓LawSep 5, 2008
SB 308-FN-A (2008)Died
preventing potential double taxation on the identical gross business profits of business organizations.
Sen. Joseph Foster (D - SD13) House Ways and Means Senate Ways and Means Taxes - State

Nonconcur with the Amendment (Reject the other chamber's changes) 1351

Motion Passed: Changes Rejected on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Bob Odell (R - SD8).

In the record: Nonconcur With House Amendment{1351}(New Title)

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 20, 2008✓HouseApr 30, 2008Governor✕Law
SB 310-FN (2008)Became Law
relative to changes to games of chance.
Sen. Lou D'Allesandro (D - SD20) House Executive Departments and Administration Senate Ways and Means Gambling

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences) 1277, 1774

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Bob Odell (R - SD8).

In the record: Nonconcur with House Ams{1277}{1774}; Requests C of C

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 6, 2008✓HouseMay 15, 2008✓GovernorJul 11, 2008✓Law
SB 317-FN (2008)Became Law
relative to the sale of tobacco products and the appeals process concerning the seizure of illegal tobacco products.
Sen. David Gottesman (D - SD12) House Executive Departments and Administration Senate Executive Departments and Administration Liquor and Beer

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences) 1191, 1663

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Peter Burling (D - SD5).

In the record: Nonconcur with House Ams{1191}{1663}(NT); Requests C of C

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateFeb 14, 2008✓HouseMay 15, 2008✓GovernorJul 7, 2008✓Law
SB 319-FN (2008)Became Law
relative to third party liability and state recovery of public assistance.
Sen. Lou D'Allesandro (D - SD20) House Commerce Senate Commerce, Labor and Consumer Protection Insurance

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1299

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. David Gottesman (D - SD12).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{1299}

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateFeb 14, 2008✓HouseApr 23, 2008✓GovernorJul 7, 2008✓LawSep 5, 2008
SB 32-FN (2008)Died
increasing the maximum amount of debt or damages for small claims actions.
Sen. Joseph Foster (D - SD13) House Judiciary Senate Judiciary

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences) 2501

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Joseph Foster (D - SD13).

In the record: Nonconcur with House Am{2501}(NT); Requests C of C

✓IntroducedJan 4, 2007✓SenateMar 15, 2007✕HouseJun 4, 2008Governor✕LawJun 4, 2008
SB 321 (2008)Became Law
relative to construction or renovation of regional vocational centers, transferring certain positions from the pari-mutuel commission to the department of safety, requiring certain operating budget reductions, relative to revenues and expenditures, and legalizing certain meetings.
Sen. Lou D'Allesandro (D - SD20) House Finance Senate Finance Children

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences) 1790

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Lou D'Allesandro (D - SD20).

In the record: Nonconcur with House Am{1790}(NT); Requests C of C

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 20, 2008✓HouseMay 14, 2008✓GovernorJun 27, 2008✓Law
SB 324-FN (2008)Became Law
relative to substance abuse services within the department of health and human services.
Sen. Kathleen Sgambati (D - SD4) House Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs Senate Health and Human Services Public and Mental Health

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1248

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Iris Estabrook (D - SD21).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{1248}(New Title)

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateFeb 14, 2008✓HouseApr 16, 2008✓GovernorJul 2, 2008✓LawJul 2, 2008
SB 327-FN (2008)Became Law
relative to compensation for state employees injured in the line of duty.
Sen. Margaret Hassan (D - SD23) House Executive Departments and Administration Senate Executive Departments and Administration Retirement

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences) 1249, 1726

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Peter Burling (D - SD5).

In the record: Nonconcur with House Am{1249}{1726}; Requests C of C

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 20, 2008✓HouseMay 14, 2008✓GovernorJul 7, 2008✓LawJan 1, 2009
SB 331-FN (2008)Became Law
establishing new positions and realigning functions at the department of corrections.
Sen. Lou D'Allesandro (D - SD20) House Executive Departments and Administration Senate Executive Departments and Administration

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1412

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Peter Burling (D - SD5).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{1412}

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 20, 2008✓HouseApr 30, 2008✓GovernorJul 2, 2008✓LawJul 1, 2008
SB 332-FN (2008)Became Law
prohibiting the disposal of human remains through a reductive process utilizing alkaline hydrolysis in New Hampshire and establishing a committee to examine the practice of resomation.
Sen. Betsi DeVries (D - SD18) House Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs Senate Executive Departments and Administration Occupational Regulation

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1286

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Peter Burling (D - SD5).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{1286}(New Title)

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateFeb 21, 2008✓HouseApr 16, 2008✓GovernorJun 26, 2008✓LawAug 26, 2008
SB 335 (2008)Became Law
allowing certain judges to terminate membership in the judicial retirement plan and elect senior active status.
Sen. David Gottesman (D - SD12) House Executive Departments and Administration Senate Executive Departments and Administration

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1416

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Peter Burling (D - SD5).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{1416}

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 6, 2008✓HouseApr 30, 2008✓GovernorJul 2, 2008✓LawAug 31, 2008
SB 337-FN (2008)Became Law
relative to notification requirements for home education programs, adding legislative members to the home education advisory council, and establishing a commission to examine New Hampshire’s home education statutes.
Sen. Iris Estabrook (D - SD21) House Education Senate Education Education - General

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1658

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted 14–10 on a roll call

Moved by Sen. Iris Estabrook (D - SD21).

In the record: Concur with House Am{1658}(N T)

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 13, 2008✓HouseMay 14, 2008✓GovernorJul 7, 2008✓LawJul 7, 2008
SB 341 (2008)Died
prohibiting digital advertising devices on certain highways.
Sen. Martha Fuller Clark (D - SD24) House Public Works and Highways Senate Transportation and Interstate Cooperation Transportation and Highways

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences) 1707

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Robert Letourneau (R - SD19).

In the record: Nonconcur with House Am{1707}; Requests C of C

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 20, 2008✓HouseMay 15, 2008Governor✕LawJun 4, 2008
SB 342-FN-LOCAL (2008)Became Law
establishing a mechanism for expediting relief from municipal actions which deny, impede, or delay qualified proposals for workforce housing.
Sen. Martha Fuller Clark (D - SD24) House Municipal and County Government Senate Public and Municipal Affairs Housing

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1657

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Margaret Hassan (D - SD23).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{1657}

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 20, 2008✓HouseMay 15, 2008✓GovernorJun 30, 2008✓LawJul 1, 2009
SB 358 (2008)Became Law
relative to mooring permits.
Sen. Robert Letourneau (R - SD19) House Resources, Recreation and Development Senate Transportation and Interstate Cooperation Environment - Conservation

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1605

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Robert Letourneau (R - SD19).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{1605}

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 20, 2008✓HouseMay 7, 2008✓GovernorJul 2, 2008✓LawAug 31, 2008
SB 359 (2008)Became Law
updating the health curriculum requirements for public school students and requiring the state board of education to provide for procedures through which students may be excused from course requirements relating to health and sex education on religious grounds without penalty.
Sen. Joseph Foster (D - SD13) House Education Senate Education Education - General

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1664

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Iris Estabrook (D - SD21).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{1664}

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 13, 2008✓HouseMay 14, 2008✓GovernorJun 24, 2008✓LawAug 23, 2008
SB 361 (2008)Became Law
relative to the widening of Interstate 93.
Sen. Robert Letourneau (R - SD19) House Public Works and Highways Senate Transportation and Interstate Cooperation Transportation and Highways

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1242

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Robert Letourneau (R - SD19).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{1242}

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 13, 2008✓HouseApr 16, 2008✓GovernorJul 3, 2008✓LawJul 3, 2008
SB 363 (2008)Became Law
requiring youth operators and passengers of OHRVs and snowmobiles to wear approved protective headgear.
Sen. John Barnes Jr. (R - SD17) House Transportation Senate Transportation and Interstate Cooperation

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences) 1182

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Robert Letourneau (R - SD19).

In the record: Nonconcur with House Am{1182}; Requests C of C

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateFeb 14, 2008✓HouseApr 16, 2008✓GovernorJul 7, 2008✓LawJan 1, 2009
SB 370 (2008)Became Law
relative to emergency powers of the supreme court.
Sen. Joseph Foster (D - SD13) House Judiciary Senate Judiciary

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences) 1197

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Joseph Foster (D - SD13).

In the record: Nonconcur with House Am{1197}; Requests C of C, Adopted

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateJan 23, 2008✓HouseApr 23, 2008✓GovernorJul 7, 2008✓LawJul 7, 2008
SB 373 (2008)Became Law
relative to the application of the civil unions law to the retirement system.
Sen. Lou D'Allesandro (D - SD20) House Executive Departments and Administration Senate Public and Municipal Affairs Retirement

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1346

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted 18–5 on a roll call

Moved by Sen. Margaret Hassan (D - SD23).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{1346}(NT)

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 20, 2008✓HouseApr 23, 2008✓GovernorJul 7, 2008✓LawJan 1, 2008
SB 374 (2008)Died
relative to the process for nonrenewal of teacher contracts.
Sen. Jacalyn Cilley (D - SD6) House Education Senate Education Education - General

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences) 1655

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Iris Estabrook (D - SD21).

In the record: Nonconcur with House Am{1655}; Requests C of C

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 13, 2008✕HouseMay 21, 2008Governor✕LawMay 21, 2008
SB 377 (2008)Became Law
relative to the application of the prudent investor rule to town trust funds.
Sen. Peter Burling (D - SD5) House Municipal and County Government Senate Public and Municipal Affairs

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1127

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Margaret Hassan (D - SD23).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{1127}

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateJan 23, 2008✓HouseApr 16, 2008✓GovernorJun 26, 2008✓LawAug 25, 2008
SB 379 (2008)Became Law
relative to boating while intoxicated and transporting alcoholic beverages by a minor.
Sen. Robert Letourneau (R - SD19) House Transportation Senate Judiciary Crimes, Criminal Procedure and Corrections

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1272

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Joseph Foster (D - SD13).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{1272}

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 20, 2008✓HouseApr 16, 2008✓GovernorJul 2, 2008✓LawJul 2, 2008
SB 381 (2008)Became Law
relative to conservation commissions.
Sen. Peter Burling (D - SD5) House Municipal and County Government Senate Public and Municipal Affairs Municipalities

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1485, 1798

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Margaret Hassan (D - SD23).

In the record: Concur with House Amendments{1485}{1798}

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 6, 2008✓HouseMay 15, 2008✓GovernorJul 2, 2008✓LawJan 1, 2009
SB 383 (2008)Became Law
establishing a commission to develop a plan for the expansion of transmission capacity in the north country.
Sen. Martha Fuller Clark (D - SD24) House Science, Technology and Energy Senate Energy, Environment and Economic Development Energy and Utilities

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1787, 1848

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Martha Fuller Clark (D - SD21).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{1787}{1848}

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 20, 2008✓HouseMay 15, 2008✓GovernorJul 7, 2008✓LawJul 7, 2008
SB 384 (2008)Became Law
relative to the repair of septic systems prior to the sale of waterfront property.
Sen. Kathleen Sgambati (D - SD4) House Resources, Recreation and Development Senate Energy, Environment and Economic Development Environment - Administration

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences) 1309

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Martha Fuller Clark (D - SD21).

In the record: Nonconcur with House Am{1309}; Requests C of C

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 20, 2008✓HouseApr 23, 2008✓GovernorJul 7, 2008✓LawJan 1, 2009
SB 403 (2008)Became Law
relative to the commission to study issues relating to stormwater.
Sen. Jacalyn Cilley (D - SD6) House Resources, Recreation and Development Senate Energy, Environment and Economic Development Study Committees and Commissions

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1604

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Martha Fuller Clark (D - SD21).

In the record: Concur with House Am{1604}(New Title)

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateFeb 21, 2008✓HouseMay 14, 2008✓GovernorJun 26, 2008✓Law
SB 413 (2008)Became Law
relative to the administrative fee for certain disposals of state lands.
Sen. John Gallus (R - SD1) House Resources, Recreation and Development Senate Executive Departments and Administration

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences) 1116, 1499

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Peter Burling (D - SD5).

In the record: Nonconcur with House Am{1116}(NT){1499}; Requests C of C

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateJan 31, 2008✓HouseMay 7, 2008✓GovernorJul 7, 2008✓LawSep 5, 2008
SB 414 (2008)Became Law
authorizing special elections to fill vacancies in elective town offices.
Sen. John Barnes Jr. (R - SD17) House Municipal and County Government Senate Public and Municipal Affairs Elections

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1377

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Margaret Hassan (D - SD23).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{1377}

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 20, 2008✓HouseApr 30, 2008✓GovernorJun 26, 2008✓LawAug 25, 2008
SB 422 (2008)Became Law
adding an energy section to zoning and planning master plans.
Sen. Martha Fuller Clark (D - SD24) House Municipal and County Government Senate Public and Municipal Affairs Zoning and Planning

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1173

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Margaret Hassan (D - SD23).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{1173}

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateFeb 7, 2008✓HouseMay 14, 2008✓GovernorJun 26, 2008✓LawAug 25, 2008
SB 429 (2008)Became Law
relative to driver education courses in other states.
Sen. Joseph Kenney (R - SD3) House Transportation Senate Transportation and Interstate Cooperation Motor Vehicles

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences) 1435

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Robert Letourneau (R - SD19).

In the record: Nonconcur with House Am{1435}; Requests C of C

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 20, 2008✓HouseApr 30, 2008✓GovernorJul 7, 2008✓LawSep 5, 2008
SB 433 (2008)Became Law
relative to confidential communications between a physician and a patient.
Sen. Joseph Foster (D - SD13) House Criminal Justice and Public Safety Senate Judiciary

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences) 1391

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Joseph Foster (D - SD13).

In the record: Nonconcur with House Am{1391}; Requests C of C, Adopted

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 20, 2008✓HouseApr 30, 2008✓GovernorJul 7, 2008✓LawSep 5, 2008
SB 439 (2008)Became Law
relative to money transmitters and mortgage servicing companies.
Sen. David Gottesman (D - SD12) House Commerce Senate Commerce, Labor and Consumer Protection Banking and Finance

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1287

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. David Gottesman (D - SD12).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{1287}

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateFeb 14, 2008✓HouseMay 7, 2008✓GovernorJul 11, 2008✓LawJan 1, 2009
SB 451 (2008)Became Law
authorizing rate recovery for electric public utilities investments in distributed energy resources.
Sen. Martha Fuller Clark (D - SD24) House Science, Technology and Energy Senate Energy, Environment and Economic Development Energy and Utilities

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1727

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Martha Fuller Clark (D - SD21).

In the record: Concur with House Am{1727}

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 20, 2008✓HouseMay 15, 2008✓GovernorJul 11, 2008✓LawSep 9, 2008
SB 463 (2008)Died
establishing an investment committee and an audit committee in the New Hampshire retirement system.
Sen. Peter Burling (D - SD5) House Executive Departments and Administration Senate Executive Departments and Administration Retirement

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences) 1702

Motion Failed 6–18 on a roll call

Moved by Sen. Peter Burling (D - SD5).

In the record: Nonconcur With Am{1702}(NT); Requests C of C

Nonconcur with the Amendment (Reject the other chamber's changes) 1702

Motion Passed: Changes Rejected 18–6 on a roll call

Moved by Sen. Martha Fuller Clark (D - SD21).

In the record: Nonconcur With House Am{1702}(NT)

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateJan 31, 2008✓HouseMay 14, 2008Governor✕Law
SB 465 (2008)Became Law
relative to the laws regulating trusts and trust companies in New Hampshire.
Sen. Lou D'Allesandro (D - SD20) House Commerce Senate Commerce, Labor and Consumer Protection

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1312, 1698

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. David Gottesman (D - SD12).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{1312}{1698}

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 20, 2008✓HouseMay 14, 2008✓GovernorJul 11, 2008✓LawSep 9, 2008
SB 468 (2008)Became Law
relative to the reinsurance pool and the New Hampshire vaccine association.
Sen. Margaret Hassan (D - SD23) House Commerce Senate Commerce, Labor and Consumer Protection

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1478

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted 13–11 on a roll call

Moved by Sen. David Gottesman (D - SD12).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{1478}

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 13, 2008✓HouseMay 7, 2008✓GovernorJul 11, 2008✓LawJul 1, 2008
SB 472 (2008)Became Law
relative to consumer protection from certain practices of payday loan, small loan, and title loan lenders and establishing a commission to study access to consumer credit for people in New Hampshire.
Sen. David Gottesman (D - SD12) House Commerce Senate Commerce, Labor and Consumer Protection Banking and Finance

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1541

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. David Gottesman (D - SD12).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{1541}

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateFeb 14, 2008✓HouseMay 14, 2008✓GovernorJul 2, 2008✓Law
SB 473 (2008)Died
naming the Prisoners of War/Missing in Action Memorial in Hesky Park in the town of Meredith.
Sen. Deborah Reynolds (D - SD2) House Municipal and County Government Senate Public and Municipal Affairs

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences) 1367

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Margaret Hassan (D - SD23).

In the record: Nonconcur with House Am{1367}(NT); Requests C of C

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateJan 31, 2008✕HouseMay 21, 2008Governor✕LawMay 21, 2008
SB 474 (2008)Became Law
relative to registers of deeds and reports of county officers.
Sen. John Gallus (R - SD1) House Municipal and County Government Senate Public and Municipal Affairs Counties

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1372

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Margaret Hassan (D - SD23).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{1372}

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 20, 2008✓HouseApr 30, 2008✓GovernorJul 2, 2008✓LawAug 31, 2008
SB 482 (2008)Died
relative to ethical standards for volunteer service in the executive branch.
Sen. Peter Burling (D - SD5) House Legislative Administration Senate Election Law and Internal Affairs

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences) 1786, 1791

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Peter Burling (D - SD5).

In the record: Nonconcur with House Ams{1786}{1791}(NT); Requests C of C

✓IntroducedJan 8, 2008✓SenateMar 20, 2008✕HouseJun 4, 2008Governor✕LawJun 4, 2008
SB 483 (2008)Became Law
establishing a committee to study in-home intervention and counseling services for families and children charged with a crime or designated in need of services by the juvenile court.
Sen. Margaret Hassan (D - SD23) House Children and Family Law Senate Judiciary Study Committees and Commissions

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1426

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Joseph Foster (D - SD13).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{1426}

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 13, 2008✓HouseApr 30, 2008✓GovernorJun 20, 2008✓LawJun 20, 2008
SB 484 (2008)Became Law
establishing a commission to study the sentencing, incarceration, and recidivism of criminal offenders in order to enhance public safety and improve the criminal justice system's cost effectiveness.
Sen. Margaret Hassan (D - SD23) House Criminal Justice and Public Safety Senate Public and Municipal Affairs Study Committees and Commissions

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences) 1318

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Margaret Hassan (D - SD23).

In the record: Nonconcur with House Am{1318}; Requests C of C

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 13, 2008✓HouseApr 30, 2008✓GovernorJul 11, 2008✓LawJul 11, 2008
SB 490-FN (2008)Became Law
relative to fees for special number plates for veterans and relative to vehicle registration fees for disabled veterans and former prisoners of war.
Sen. Kathleen Sgambati (D - SD4) House Transportation Senate Transportation and Interstate Cooperation Motor Vehicles

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences) 1672

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Robert Letourneau (R - SD19).

In the record: Nonconcur with House Am{1672}(NT); Requests C of C

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateJan 23, 2008✓HouseMay 14, 2008✓GovernorJul 10, 2008✓LawJul 1, 2008
SB 492 (2008)Became Law
relative to persons designated to fill vacancies on the ballot and relative to recount requests by candidates.
Sen. Jacalyn Cilley (D - SD6) House Election Law Senate Election Law and Internal Affairs Elections

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences) 1223

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Peter Burling (D - SD5).

In the record: Nonconcur with House Am{1223}(NT); Requests C of C

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateFeb 7, 2008✓HouseMay 15, 2008✓GovernorJul 11, 2008✓LawSep 9, 2008
SB 496 (2008)Became Law
establishing a commission to study incentives for providers of home and community-based care.
Sen. Kathleen Sgambati (D - SD4) House Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs Senate Health and Human Services Study Committees and Commissions

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1621

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Iris Estabrook (D - SD21).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{1621}

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 13, 2008✓HouseMay 7, 2008✓GovernorJun 16, 2008✓LawJun 16, 2008
SB 500-FN (2008)Became Law
relative to certain insurance fraud and establishing a task force on employee misclassification.
Sen. Margaret Hassan (D - SD23) House Commerce Senate Commerce, Labor and Consumer Protection Employment

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1291

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. David Gottesman (D - SD12).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{1291}(New Title)

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 13, 2008✓HouseMay 7, 2008✓GovernorJul 11, 2008✓Law
SB 501-FN (2008)Became Law
relative to workers’ compensation on certain state projects, penalty collection powers of the department of labor and permanent impairment awards under workers’ compensation.
Sen. Margaret Hassan (D - SD23) House Labor, Industrial and Rehabilitative Services Senate Commerce, Labor and Consumer Protection Employment

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1313

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. David Gottesman (D - SD12).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{1313}(New Title)

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 13, 2008✓HouseApr 23, 2008✓GovernorJun 26, 2008✓LawJun 26, 2008
SB 507-FN (2008)Became Law
relative to criminal street gangs and establishing a commission to study the scope of criminal street gang violence in New Hampshire and methods of addressing such violence.
Sen. Theodore Gatsas (R - SD16) House Criminal Justice and Public Safety Senate Judiciary Crimes, Criminal Procedure and Corrections

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences) 1288

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Joseph Foster (D - SD13).

In the record: Nonconcur with House Am{1288}(NT); Requests C of C

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 6, 2008✓HouseMay 14, 2008✓GovernorJul 11, 2008✓Law
SB 508-FN-LOCAL (2008)Died
relative to municipal deposits.
Sen. Deborah Reynolds (D - SD2) House Municipal and County Government Senate Public and Municipal Affairs Municipalities

Senate Public and Municipal Affairs recommended Ought to Pass with Amendment (OTPA).

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences) 1652

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Margaret Hassan (D - SD23).

In the record: Nonconcur with House Am{1652}(NT); Requests C of C

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 13, 2008✕HouseMay 21, 2008Governor✕LawMay 21, 2008
SB 512-FN (2008)Became Law
relative to emergency management powers.
Sen. Margaret Hassan (D - SD23) House Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs Senate Health and Human Services Public and Mental Health

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1536, 1864

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Iris Estabrook (D - SD21).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{1536}{1864}

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 20, 2008✓HouseMay 14, 2008✓GovernorJun 26, 2008✓LawJun 26, 2008
SB 516-FN-LOCAL (2008)Became Law
relative to aid for county bridges.
Sen. Joseph Kenney (R - SD3) House Public Works and Highways Senate Transportation and Interstate Cooperation

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences) 1213

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Robert Letourneau (R - SD19).

In the record: Nonconcur with House Am{1213}; Requests C of C

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 20, 2008✓HouseMay 14, 2008✓GovernorJul 11, 2008✓Law
SB 519-FN (2008)Became Law
imposing a per diem fine on dam owners and operators for failure to repair damage.
Sen. Jacalyn Cilley (D - SD6) House Resources, Recreation and Development Senate Energy, Environment and Economic Development Environment - Administration

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1303, 1687

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Martha Fuller Clark (D - SD21).

In the record: Concur with House Amendments{1303}{1687}

✓IntroducedJan 2, 2008✓SenateMar 6, 2008✓HouseMay 15, 2008✓GovernorJun 26, 2008✓LawJan 1, 2009
SB 528-FN (2008)Became Law
relative to a mercury-added thermostat collection program.
Sen. Martha Fuller Clark (D - SD24) House Environment and Agriculture Senate Energy, Environment and Economic Development Environment - Conservation

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1284, 1522

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Martha Fuller Clark (D - SD21).

In the record: Concur with House Amendments{1284}{1522}

✓IntroducedJan 23, 2008✓SenateFeb 14, 2008✓HouseMay 14, 2008✓GovernorJul 11, 2008✓LawJul 11, 2008
SB 531 (2008)Became Law
relative to making capital appropriations for the Hillsborough north superior court and the Manchester district court family division and lapsing certain prior capital appropriations, and relative to the venue for civil and criminal cases in Hillsborough county.
Sen. Margaret Hassan (D - SD23) House Judiciary Senate Capital Budget

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences) 1194, 1715

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Margaret Hassan (D - SD23).

In the record: Nonconcur with House Ams{1194}(NT){1715}(NT); Requests C of C

✓IntroducedFeb 14, 2008✓SenateMar 13, 2008✓HouseMay 14, 2008✓GovernorJul 11, 2008✓LawJul 11, 2008
SB 532 (2008)Became Law
relative to administrative fines under the indoor smoking act.
Sen. David Gottesman (D - SD12) House Commerce Senate Commerce, Labor and Consumer Protection

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 1292, 1512

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. David Gottesman (D - SD12).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{1292}{1512}

✓IntroducedFeb 14, 2008✓SenateMar 13, 2008✓HouseMay 15, 2008✓GovernorJul 2, 2008✓LawJan 1, 2009
SB 533 (2008)Became Law
establishing a committee to study age-based driver's license renewal testing.
Sen. Deborah Reynolds (D - SD2) House Transportation Senate Transportation and Interstate Cooperation Study Committees and Commissions

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences) 1206

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Robert Letourneau (R - SD19).

In the record: Nonconcur with House Am{1206}(NT); Requests C of C

✓IntroducedFeb 14, 2008✓SenateMar 13, 2008✓HouseApr 16, 2008✓GovernorJul 11, 2008✓LawJul 11, 2008
SB 63 (2008)Became Law
authorizing the commissioner of revenue administration to extend tax filing deadlines for certain members of the armed forces.
Sen. Robert Clegg (R - SD14) House Ways and Means Senate Ways and Means Taxes - State

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 2619

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Bob Odell (R - SD8).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{2619}

✓IntroducedJan 4, 2007✓SenateFeb 8, 2007✓HouseJan 2, 2008✓GovernorJul 2, 2008✓LawJul 2, 2008
SB 84 (2008)Died
AN ACT establishing procedural requirements to improve implementation of the 10-year highway plan.
Sen. Robert Clegg (R - SD14) House Public Works and Highways Senate Transportation and Interstate Cooperation Transportation and Highways

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences) 2642

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Robert Letourneau (R - SD19).

In the record: Nonconcur with House Am{2642}(NT); Requests C of C

✓IntroducedJan 4, 2007✓SenateFeb 15, 2007✓HouseJan 23, 2008Governor✕Law
SB 85 (2008)Became Law
relative to eligibility for the property tax exemption for the disabled.
Sen. Betsi DeVries (D - SD18) House Municipal and County Government Senate Public and Municipal Affairs Taxes - Local

Concur with the Amendment (Accept the other chamber's changes) 2409

Motion Passed: Changes Accepted on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Margaret Hassan (D - SD23).

In the record: Concur with House Amendment{2409}

✓IntroducedJan 4, 2007✓SenateMar 15, 2007✓HouseJan 23, 2008✓GovernorJul 2, 2008✓LawApr 1, 2008
SB 94 (2008)Became Law
establishing the department of information technology, relative to positions in the department of information technology, and the membership of the information technology council.
Sen. Peter Burling (D - SD5) House Executive Departments and Administration Senate Executive Departments and Administration State Government

Nonconcur and Request a Committee of Conference (Ask for a conference to settle the differences) 0962

Motion Passed: Conference Requested on a voice vote

Moved by Sen. Peter Burling (D - SD5).

In the record: Nonconcur with House Am{0962}; Requests C of C

✓IntroducedJan 4, 2007✓SenateFeb 15, 2007✓HouseMar 18, 2008✓GovernorJul 7, 2008✓Law