This bill introduces a new section to RSA 41, specifically section 41:11-e, which prohibits municipalities from banning the use of grounds maintenance and snow and ice removal equipment powered by internal combustion engines. The bill stipulates that local governing bodies cannot prevent individuals from operating such equipment on any property within their jurisdiction. However, it allows for a local governing body to prohibit the purchase of snow or ice removal equipment powered by internal combustion engines, provided that a majority of the municipality's citizens vote in favor of this prohibition.

The bill aims to ensure that municipalities cannot impose restrictions on the operation of internal combustion engine-powered maintenance equipment, thereby promoting their continued use. The effective date of the act is set for 60 days after its passage. The legal language inserted into current law includes the new section 41:11-e, while no specific deletions from existing law are noted in the text provided.