This bill amends the existing laws regarding the adoption of energy-efficient and clean energy districts by municipalities. It updates the definition of "Municipality" in RSA 53-F:1, VIII to include "unincorporated place" while removing the term "unorganized place." The bill also repeals and reenacts RSA 53-F:2, which outlines the procedures for municipalities to adopt energy-efficient and clean energy districts. It specifies that municipalities with a charter can act according to their charter, while those without a charter or village districts must hold at least one public hearing before placing the question on the warrant for an annual meeting. Additionally, it allows for public notice of hearings to be posted on the municipality's website instead of in a paper of general circulation, provided certain conditions are met.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a provision that allows county commissioners in counties with unincorporated places to create energy districts by resolution. It also clarifies that municipalities, village districts, or counties can vote to dissolve a district, ensuring that any agreements with property owners prior to dissolution remain in effect. The bill modifies the language in RSA 53-F:4, III to specify that municipalities must execute a notice of assessment and lien for "improvements" related to the installation of qualifying projects. The act is set to take effect upon its passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 53-F:4
As Amended by the Senate: 53-F:1, 53-F:4
Version adopted by both bodies: 53-F:1, 53-F:4
SB440 text: 53-F:4