The "Fair Maps Act" establishes new criteria for the redistricting of congressional, state senate, state house of representatives, and executive councilor districts in New Hampshire. The bill mandates that the general court conduct at least ten public hearings across the state before proposing any reapportionment plan, allowing for public input on communities of interest and other relevant matters. Additionally, it requires at least three public hearings after a plan is proposed to gather further feedback. The hearings must be scheduled at convenient times and locations, with provisions for remote participation, and must include opportunities for public comment during committee discussions on reapportionment.

The bill also stipulates that all comments received from the public must be addressed by the general court, either by incorporating them into the proposed plan or through a written report explaining the decisions made. Furthermore, the general court is required to maintain a public website that provides access to all proposed reapportionment plans, public comments, relevant demographic data, and live or archived footage of proceedings. The act aims to ensure transparency and public engagement in the redistricting process, reflecting the makeup of New Hampshire voters more accurately. The effective date of the act is set for 60 days after its passage.