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NH HB1213

Bill

Status

Introduced

12/1/2025

Primary Sponsor

Robert Wherry

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Allows towns to change the number of highway agents, method of selection (elected vs. selectmen-appointed), and term lengths (1, 2, or 3 years) through majority vote at annual town meetings

  • Establishes a default of one elected highway agent serving a one-year term unless the town votes to change this arrangement

  • Requires ballot questions for any proposed changes to highway agent positions, with changes taking effect at the next annual meeting after approval

  • Repeals RSA 231:62-b, which contained separate provisions for repair of highways by large towns

  • Existing highway agents may continue serving until the end of their current terms when changes are approved, and towns are not required to readopt or amend existing arrangements

Legislative Description

Relative to the number, selection, and terms of town highway agents and relative to the appointment of an expert highway agent.

Last Action

Ought to Pass with Amendment 2026-0408h: Motion Adopted DV 183-165 03/12/2026 House Journal 8

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Municipal and County Government12/1/2025

Full Bill Text

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