This bill establishes new regulations for employees of state agencies regarding the provision of information to legislative committees. It amends RSA 17-D:3 to include a prohibition against knowingly providing false information, which would result in the employee being barred from testifying before the committee and subject to legal penalties for perjury, false swearing, and witness tampering. Additionally, RSA 98-F:1 is amended to require state employees to wear identification badges when appearing before legislative meetings or hearings, and it reiterates the prohibition against providing false information.

The bill aims to enhance the integrity of the legislative process by holding state agency employees accountable for the accuracy of the information they provide. The effective date of the act is set for 60 days after its passage, ensuring that the new regulations are implemented in a timely manner.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 17-D:3, 98-F:1