This bill amends RSA 498-A:16 to formalize the Board of Tax and Land Appeals' authority to conduct hearings in its designated hearing room in Concord. It introduces provisions allowing parties involved in just compensation hearings to participate via electronic or telephonic means, aligning with RSA 91-A. The bill also removes the previous requirement that hearings be held in the county where the declaration was filed, thus providing greater flexibility in the location of hearings.

The fiscal impact of this bill is expected to be indeterminable, as it may lead to a decrease in travel costs for the Board due to the elimination of the requirement to hold hearings in specific counties. Additionally, it is anticipated that county and local expenditures will also decrease, as the Board will rely less on county resources and staff for conducting hearings. However, the exact financial implications remain uncertain, as they depend on the number of eminent domain hearings held each year. The bill is set to take effect on January 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 498-A:16