This bill mandates that the state of New Hampshire must obtain approval from municipal legislative bodies before transferring state-owned class I or II highways. Specifically, it introduces new legal language stating that the state cannot dispose of class I or class II highway property if the highway is still in use for public motor vehicle travel and if the selectmen of the relevant town object to the discontinuance, reclassification, or reversion of the highway as per RSA 230:57. This requirement is added to existing provisions regarding the disposal of state-owned real property, ensuring local governance has a say in the management of these highways.

Additionally, the bill amends several sections of the New Hampshire Revised Statutes Annotated (RSA) to incorporate this new requirement. It modifies RSA 4:39-c, RSA 4:39-f, and RSA 230:57 to reflect that the state cannot proceed with the disposal or reclassification of class I or II highways under certain conditions. The bill aims to enhance local control over state highway management and ensure that community interests are considered in decisions affecting public roadways. The act will take effect 60 days after its passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 4:39-c, 4:39-f, 4:40, 230:57