This bill establishes a new chapter in New Hampshire law, creating the Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena Commission. The commission is tasked with actively soliciting reports and testimony regarding unidentified anomalous phenomena occurring within the state's skies and territory. The collected information will be transmitted to the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) in accordance with the 2024 National Defense Authorization Act. The commission will consist of three members from the House of Representatives, appointed by the Speaker, and they will receive mileage compensation for their duties. The commission is required to meet at least every 90 days and must report its findings and recommendations by November 1, 2025.
The bill includes specific provisions to ensure that no information disclosed by the commission violates federal national security statutes. It also clarifies that all submitted testimony and evidence will be maintained in the commission's files, subject to public records laws, unless it conflicts with the national security framework established by the 2024 National Defense Authorization Act. Notably, the bill does not require the establishment of a state database for these reports, as the NARA will handle the cataloging of the information. The act will take effect upon its passage.