re-establishing the commission to study the economic impact of the arts and culture in New Hampshire.
Sponsored By: David Rochefort (Republican)
Signed by Governor
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Arts commission returns with lawmaker reimbursements
Effective upon passage, the law re-establishes New Hampshire’s commission to study the economic impact of arts and culture. Its 17 members include lawmakers, state officials, and arts, museum, and tourism representatives. The commission must recommend ways to strengthen the sector and can seek information from artists, organizations, and other states. Its first meeting must occur within 45 days of passage; nine members are needed to conduct business. Legislative members receive mileage reimbursement at the legislative rate for commission duties; the law gives no dollar amount. Findings and any recommendations for legislation are due to legislative leaders, legislative clerks, the governor, and State Library by November 1, 2026. The commission and its reimbursement rule end on November 1, 2026.
Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsor
David Rochefort
Republican • Senate
Cosponsors
Daniel E. Innis
Republican • Senate
David H. Watters
Democratic • Senate
Denise Ricciardi
Republican • Senate
Suzanne M. Prentiss
Democratic • Senate
Timothy Lang
Republican • Senate
Roll Call Votes
No roll call votes available for this bill.
Actions Timeline
II. Remainder Effective 05/08/2026
5/12/2026SenateI. Section 2 Effective 11/01/2026
5/12/2026SenateSigned by the Governor on 05/08/2026; Chapter 65
5/12/2026SenateEnrolled (in recess of) 04/23/2026 HJ 11 P. 82
4/27/2026HouseEnrolled Adopted, VV, (In recess 04/23/2026); SJ 11
4/24/2026SenateOught to Pass: MA VV 04/09/2026 HJ 10 P. 15
4/9/2026HouseCommittee Report: Ought to Pass 03/25/2026 (Vote 15-0; CC)
4/1/2026HouseExecutive Session: 03/25/2026 10:00 am GP 228
4/1/2026HousePublic Hearing: 03/25/2026 10:30 am GP 228
3/18/2026HouseIntroduced (in recess of) 02/19/2026 and referred to Resources, Recreation and Development HJ 5 P. 124
2/26/2026HouseOught to Pass: MA, VV; OT3rdg; 02/05/2026; SJ 3
2/5/2026SenateCommittee Report: Ought to Pass, 02/05/2026; Vote 4-0; CC; SC 4
1/29/2026SenateHearing: 01/14/2026, Room 103, SH, 01:00 pm; SC 1
1/8/2026SenateIntroduced 01/07/2026 and Referred to Executive Departments and Administration; SJ 1
11/21/2025Senate
Bill Text
Enrolled
4/24/2026
Introduced
11/21/2025
CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION
Version adopted by both bodies
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