This bill mandates that any amendments or permanent removals of historical markers require legislative approval. Specifically, it amends RSA 236:41 to stipulate that before the commissioner of the department of natural and cultural resources can amend or permanently remove any historical marker, they must secure the approval of the joint legislative historical committee. This change aims to ensure that decisions regarding historical markers are subject to legislative oversight.

Additionally, the bill retains the existing requirement for the commissioner of transportation to consult with the state historic preservation office before placing any new markers, including obtaining approval for the marker's wording and location. The state historic preservation office is also tasked with conducting necessary investigations and public consultations regarding the events commemorated by the markers. The act will take effect 60 days after its passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 236:41
As Amended by the House: 236:41
HB1097 text: 236:41