This bill establishes a commission tasked with studying the short and long-term impacts of pending national and regional carbon pricing mechanisms on New Hampshire's citizens, businesses, institutions, and environment. The commission will consist of various members, including representatives from the House and Senate, business and environmental organizations, and state departments. It will examine the effects of carbon pricing on public health, energy costs, local businesses, and the state's economy, as well as consider whether to recommend the introduction of carbon pricing in New Hampshire.

Additionally, the bill includes a repeal of RSA 12-A:71, which pertains to the commission's study of carbon pricing impacts, effective November 1, 2025. The commission is required to issue a public report with its findings and recommendations by that date. The new legal language inserted into the law outlines the formation and responsibilities of the commission, while the deletion removes the previous statute related to the commission's study.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 12-A:71