This bill designates the Virginia opossum (Didelphis virginiana) as the official state marsupial of New Hampshire, with the opossums found within the state being referred to as "New Hampshire opossums." This new legal language is inserted into RSA 3 by adding a section 3:32, which formally recognizes the Virginia opossum in this capacity.

Additionally, the bill introduces graduated penalties for the incorrect application of fertilizers, amending RSA 431:4-e. The new paragraph VIII outlines that a first offense will result in a written warning, a second offense will incur a $250 fine per acre, and a third or subsequent offense will be classified as a misdemeanor. This amendment aims to enforce proper fertilizer application practices while establishing clear consequences for violations. The effective date for the state marsupial designation is set for 60 days after passage, while the remainder of the act takes effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
As Amended by the House: 431:4-e