This bill establishes a new commission under RSA 672 to study solutions related to growth, traffic, planning, and land use, specifically for ten designated towns: Bedford, Derry, Goffstown, Hooksett, Hudson, Litchfield, Londonderry, Merrimack, Pelham, and Windham. The commission will consist of one representative from each town, who may be a state representative, town council or select board member, or a planning board member. These representatives will be appointed by their respective town officials from volunteers interested in serving. The commission is tasked with sharing best practices and developing solutions to the identified issues, and it will have the authority to meet as needed until it submits its report.

Additionally, the bill includes a provision for the commission to report its findings and any legislative recommendations by November 1, 2026. It also specifies that members will receive mileage reimbursement for their duties. Notably, the bill repeals the existing RSA 672:1-a, which pertains to studying these same issues, effective November 1, 2026, while the rest of the act will take effect upon its passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 672:1-a