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New HampshireHB252025-2026 Regular SessionHouseWALLET

HB25

Sponsored By: David E Milz (Republican)

Signed by Governor

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

18 provisions identified: 16 benefits, 0 costs, 2 mixed.

State borrows $170 million for projects

Beginning July 1, 2025, the State Treasurer may borrow up to $170.163 million to fund these projects. $143.434 million is backed by the General Fund, $4.65 million by the Highway Fund, and $22.079 million by other funds. The state pays principal and interest from those same funds, which adds future debt service costs.

More time to use past project funds

The law keeps many earlier capital appropriations available through June 30, 2027. Agencies have more time to use prior project funds and finish work.

Water, sewer, and dam safety funding

The law funds safe drinking water, clean water, and dam repairs. It provides $10.81 million for dam repairs and reconstruction. It supplies state matches of $8.85 million for drinking water and $9.47 million for clean water to unlock federal SRF dollars. It adds $829,217 for Superfund cleanup matches. It also funds $19.7 million for Winnipesaukee River Basin upgrades from a revolving fund, with borrowing up to $19.7 million repaid from the basin’s replacement fund. These investments support reliable water and wastewater services.

Stronger oversight for capital projects

Beginning July 1, 2025, projects that use federal funds can hire temporary inspectors to check work and Davis-Bacon wages. If expected outside money comes in lower, the project budget, state share, and bond authority all drop by the same percent. Agencies cannot move project money to other uses; leftover balances from finished, state-only projects can shift only with advance approval. Any land bought with these funds needs approval from the Governor and Council.

Medicaid and benefits systems upgrade

The law funds major upgrades to Medicaid and eligibility systems. It provides $33.75 million for the Medicaid enterprise, with $30.38 million from federal funds and $3.38 million from the state. It adds $1.88 million to modernize eligibility services, with $1.22 million federal and $0.66 million state. These changes help enroll people faster and process claims more smoothly.

Courts and DOJ go digital

The courts and the state DOJ improve their case systems. The law adds $157,950 to digitize more court records. It provides $2,231,696 to replace the DOJ case management system. These updates aim to speed access to public records and improve case handling.

Fish and Game gear and funding

The Fish and Game Department upgrades equipment using its own fund. It provides $2.2 million for hatchery predator control, $65,000 to replace a 50‑foot, 25‑ton trailer, and $114,000 for inland fisheries equipment. These amounts come from the Fish and Game Fund, not the state general fund. The Treasurer may also borrow up to $2.379 million for projects, with debt paid from the Fish and Game Fund.

Guard readiness centers get upgrades

The law improves National Guard sites. It funds $4.0 million to add and renovate the Milford Readiness Center, with $3.0 million federal and $1.0 million state. It provides $5.1 million for roof replacements statewide, with $2.55 million federal. It also sets aside $5.0 million for Manchester land replacement. These projects support safe, ready facilities for service members.

Law enforcement training sites improved

The law improves training facilities for public safety staff. It provides $480,000 for main entrance security at the Police Standards and Training Council. It also funds $2.3 million for a gun range training facility. These projects support safer, more effective training.

Prison safety and HVAC upgrades

The state prison in Concord gets safety and building system upgrades. It provides $2.0 million for new electronic controls and cameras. It funds $7.7 million to replace HVAC units that use R‑22 refrigerant. It adds $2.3 million to replace boilers and surge and deaerator tanks. These projects improve safety and keep critical systems running.

State buildings and emergency fund

The state improves buildings and sets money aside for emergencies. It provides $12.25 million for State House Annex renovation (Phase 2). It funds $550,000 to replace sprinklers and $1.1 million to replace a main building elevator. It also adds $1.5 million to the Statewide Emergency Fund. These investments support safety and readiness.

State IT and fuel tax upgrades

The law invests in statewide IT and tax systems. It provides $2.15 million for cloud solutions and services to keep state digital tools running. It adds $2.86 million for software to automate fuel tax collection. These projects improve reliability and tax administration. They do not change tax rates.

Upgrades at the State Veterans Home

The Veterans Home gets new equipment and repairs to improve care. It funds $1.3 million for three air handlers, $60,000 for a diesel tank, and $140,000 for tubs and a bariatric shower trolley. Starting July 1, 2025, it provides $155,000 to replace 50 beds and $180,000 for 20 medical lifts. These upgrades support safer, more comfortable care for residents.

More career and welding training

The law provides $18.518 million to renovate Jaffrey-Rindge career and technical education space. It also gives $700,000 to expand welding training at Great Bay Community College. The projects add classroom and equipment capacity for students and local workers.

Upgrades at UNH, Keene, Plymouth campuses

The law funds campus renovations at three schools. UNH gets $12 million for Morse Hall. Plymouth State gets $4 million for Hyde Hall. Keene State gets $4 million for the Elliot Center. These upgrades improve classrooms and student services.

Federal funds rule and start date

Beginning July 1, 2025, the Governor and Council can accept federal money for projects in this act. When federal money is accepted for a project, the state appropriation and bond amount for that project go down by the same amount. This lowers the state’s share when federal funds are available.

Parks, roads, and tram upgrades

The law invests in tourism and park access. It provides $20 million for the Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway project. It funds $950,000 for Umbagog Lake State Park marina and facilities, with $475,000 from federal funds and $475,000 from the state. It adds $1.4 million to repair roads in the Connecticut Lakes Headwaters. These projects support visitors and local economies.

Transit vehicles and winter road sheds

The law helps keep transit and winter roads running. Beginning July 1, 2025, it provides $390,000 as matching funds to buy or replace transit vehicles. It also provides $4.65 million from highway funds to replace salt and sand sheds statewide. These projects support safer travel and more reliable service.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

  • David E Milz

    Republican • House

Cosponsors

There are no cosponsors for this bill.

Roll Call Votes

No roll call votes available for this bill.

Actions Timeline

  1. Signed by Governor Ayotte 07/15/2025; Chapter 159; eff.I. Sec 18 eff 06/30/2025 II. Rem eff 07/01/2025 HJ 18

    7/22/2025House

  2. Enrolled (in recess of) 06/26/2025 HJ 18 P. 59

    7/7/2025House

  3. Enrolled Adopted, VV, (In recess 06/26/2025); SJ 18

    7/3/2025Senate

  4. House Concurs with Senate Amendment 2025-2039s (Rep. Milz): MA VV 06/12/2025 HJ 17 P. 15

    6/12/2025House

  5. Without Objection, the Clerk is authorized to make technical and administrative corrections which are necessary to reflect the intent of the Senate, MA; 06/05/2025; SJ 15

    6/5/2025Senate

  6. Ought to Pass with Amendment #2025-2039s, MA, VV; OT3rdg; 06/05/2025; SJ 15

    6/5/2025Senate

  7. Committee Amendment # 2025-2039s, AA, VV; 06/05/2025; SJ 15

    6/5/2025Senate

  8. Committee Report: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2025-2039s, 06/05/2025, Vote 5-0; SC 24

    5/23/2025Senate

  9. Hearing: 04/24/2025, Room 100, SH, 09:00 am; SC 19

    4/17/2025Senate

  10. ==CANCELLED== Hearing: 04/21/2025, Room 100, SH, 09:00 am; SC 19

    4/17/2025Senate

  11. Introduced 03/27/2025 and Referred to Capital Budget; SJ 10

    4/11/2025Senate

  12. Ought to Pass with Amendment 2025-1455h: MA VV 04/10/2025 HJ 12 P. 21

    4/10/2025House

  13. FLAM # 2025-1493h (Rep. Kaczynski): AF RC 136-232 04/10/2025 HJ 12 P. 19

    4/10/2025House

  14. Amendment # 2025-1455h: AA VV 04/10/2025 HJ 12 P. 6

    4/10/2025House

  15. Committee Report: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2025-1455h 04/01/2025 (Vote 17-1; RC) HC 19 P. 13

    4/1/2025House

  16. Executive Session: 04/01/2025 10:00 am LOB 201

    3/25/2025House

  17. Full Committee Work Session: 03/25/2025 10:00 am LOB 201

    3/18/2025House

  18. Subcommittee Work Session: 03/14/2025 10:00 am LOB 201

    3/5/2025House

  19. Full Committee Work Session: 03/18/2025 10:30 am LOB 201

    3/5/2025House

  20. Public Hearing: 03/18/2025 10:00 am LOB 201

    3/5/2025House

  21. Introduced (in recess of) 02/20/2025 and referred to Public Works and Highways HJ 6 P. 53

    3/3/2025House

Bill Text

  • Enrolled

    7/3/2025

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  • Introduced

    3/3/2025

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  • CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION

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  • Version adopted by both bodies

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