This bill mandates that all state departments responsible for permitting programs related to real property, as well as the construction and operation of stationary structures, infrastructure, or facilities, must submit an annual report detailing their permitting activities. The reports are to be submitted in writing to the Senate President, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the chairs of the relevant executive departments and administration committees, starting on February 28, 2025, and continuing each year thereafter. The reports must include specific information such as the number of applications received, granted, or denied, the status of pending applications, and detailed timelines for applications that exceed 90 days without a decision.

The bill introduces a new section, RSA 20:6-a, which outlines these reporting requirements, while no existing legal language is deleted. The fiscal impact of the bill is significant, with estimates suggesting that the implementation could cost between $1,000,000 and $2,500,000 annually, primarily due to the need for additional staff and a new tracking system to manage the reporting requirements. Various departments have indicated differing levels of impact, with some departments like the Department of Transportation facing substantial costs to modify existing software to comply with the new reporting requirements. Overall, the bill aims to enhance transparency and accountability in the permitting process across state departments.