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HB 1148 · 2026 · House · Resources, Recreation and Development Committee

Studying algae bloom control

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adding cyanobacteria and algae blooms to the study of the exotic aquatic weeds and species committee.

Expands the duties of the exotic aquatic weeds and species committee to include studying factors behind cyanobacteria and algae blooms and assisting in their control and eradication.AI-generated

Status

Signed into law · June 1, 2026
  1. ✓Introduced
  2. ✓House
  3. ✓Senate
  4. ✓Governor
  5. ✓Law

Analysis

This bill adds cyanobacteria and algae blooms to the study of the exotic aquatic weeds and species committee.

From the bill's official ANALYSIS section.

Official record

Bill page — docket & status

gc.nh.gov · the authoritative source

Sponsors

Rep. Tanya DonnellyRPrimeAssistant Majority Whip
  • Sen. Howard PearlRVice Chair· Energy and Natural Resources

Also: Rep. Will DarbyD

Public testimony

238 signed in online · 121 wrote testimony

100% support0% oppose0% neutral

ForNeed for scientific study of bloom causes

AgainstConcern about new costs or fees on property owners

AI-generatedLeading arguments, summarized by the testimony tool.

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“Cyanobacteria is a serious issue that threatens New Hampshire's water. I support all efforts to study, understand and ultimately prevent these toxic blooms.”
— Steven Liffmann, Salemsupports
“Necessary for control of Cyanobacteria and algae, to increase waterbody management and improve statewide water quality.”
— Tina Larochelle, Boscawensupports
“Algae and cyanobacteria blooms threaten the economy in NH. The lakes are a very important part of the economy and the water quality has to be studied and protected. This bill helps with monitoring the health of the lakes. Please support this bill!”
— Nina Lian, Sunapeesupports
“Not that the millionaires in the NH House care; this just another NH tax on property owners. My little sailboat will cost us <$100 / year for a few hours of use. We are OPPOSED to increasing individual mooring fees!”
— Ed LaCoursiere, Meredith and Leeopposes

Verbatim excerpts of submitted testimony, quoted from the testimony tool.

Read the testimony · as of Aug 12, 2026

Hearings

  • 2026-02-0410:00 amHouse Resources, Recreation and DevelopmentGP 228Public hearingrescheduled
  • 2026-03-199:00 amSenate Energy and Natural ResourcesSH 103Public hearing

Legislative history

  1. Jan 7, 2026HouseIntroduced 01/07/2026 and referred to Resources, Recreation and Development HJ 1 P. 8
  2. Feb 4, 2026HousePublic Hearing: 02/04/2026 02:00 pm GP 228
  3. Feb 4, 2026HouseExecutive Session: 02/04/2026 02:00 pm GP 228
  4. Feb 4, 2026House: Ought to Pass 02/04/2026 (Vote 13-0; CC) HC 7 P. 19
  5. Feb 19, 2026HouseOught to Pass: MA VV 02/19/2026 HJ 5 P. 31
  6. Feb 19, 2026SenIntroduced 02/19/2026 and Referred to Energy and Natural Resources; SJ 5
  7. Mar 19, 2026SenHearing: 03/19/2026, Room 103, SH, 09:10 am; SC 10
  8. Apr 16, 2026Sen: Ought to Pass, 04/16/2026; Vote 5-0; CC; SC 14A
  9. Apr 16, 2026SenOught to Pass: MA, VV; OT3rdg; 04/16/2026; SJ 9
  10. May 14, 2026SenEnrolled Adopted, VV, (In recess 05/14/2026); SJ 13
  11. May 14, 2026HouseEnrolled (in recess of) 05/14/2026 HJ 13 P. 147
  12. May 28, 2026HouseSigned by Governor Ayotte 05/28/2026; Chapter 89; eff. 07/27/2026

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Documents (PDF)

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