SB 497 — removing a reference to procurement through the department of administrative services for certain capital appropriations to the community college system of New Hampshire, changing the name of a capital project, and changing a reference regarding spaces assigned for use for members of the legislature.
Last action — Signed by the Governor on 04/21/2026; Chapter 27; Effective 04/21/2026
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✓Introduced
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✓Passed Senate
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✓Passed House
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✓To Executive
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6Enacted
This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced November 21, 2025. Enacted.
Signed by Governor Kelly Ayotte (Republican) on April 22, 2026.
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Enacted
Current position in the legislative process.
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3 sponsors
1 primary, 2 co-sponsors signed on.
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Single-party support
Sponsorship is currently within one party (2 D).
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Summary
(Second New Title) removing a reference to procurement through the department of administrative services for certain capital appropriations to the community college system of New Hampshire, changing the name of a capital project, and changing a reference regarding spaces assigned for use for members of the legislature.
Bill Text
What changed in the latest version
34 added · 33 removedPlain-language change summary
The final version of Bill SB 497 now clarifies that the trustees of the community college system of New Hampshire will directly oversee and spend the appropriations without needing to go through the department of administrative services for certain capital projects. This change is significant because it streamlines the process, giving the trustees more control over how the funds are used. This allows for quicker decision-making on capital improvements, which can benefit the college system and its students more efficiently.
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CHAPTER 27 SB 497 - VERSIONFINAL ADOPTEDVERSION BY BOTH BODIES 02/05/2026 0239s 02/05/2026 0447s 9Apr2026...
127:1 Capital Improvements;
227:2 Legislative Officers and Proceedings;
Amend RSA 14:14-14:14-b, b, IV to read as follows:
and 327:3 Project Amended;
NCC [Respiratory Therapy Program] Allied Health Instructional Center Teaching Equipment and Teaching Space Renovations 1,500,000 427:4 Repeal.
SB27:5 497 - VERSION ADOPTED BY BOTH BODIES - Page 2 - 5 Effective Date.
Approved:
April 21, 2026 Effective Date:
April 21, 2026
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- Chaptered CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION Current pdf
- Version adopted by both bodies View text pdf
- Amended As Amended by the Senate pdf
- Amended As Amended by the House pdf
- Introduced View text pdf
Action History
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Signed by the Governor on 04/21/2026; Chapter 27; Effective 04/21/2026
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Enrolled (in recess of) 04/09/2026 HJ 10 P. 28
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Enrolled Adopted, VV, (In recess 04/16/2026); SJ 9
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Sen. Gray Moved to Concur with the House Amendment, MA, VV; 04/16/2026; SJ 9
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Ought to Pass with Amendment 2026-1031h: MA VV 04/09/2026 HJ 10 P. 14
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Amendment # 2026-1031h: AA VV 04/09/2026 HJ 10 P. 14
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Committee Report: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-1031h (NT) 03/24/2026 (Vote 12-0; CC)
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Executive Session: 03/24/2026 10:00 am GP 228
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Public Hearing: 03/24/2026 10:00 am GP 228
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Introduced (in recess of) 02/19/2026 and referred to Public Works and Highways HJ 5 P. 124
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Ought to Pass with Amendments #2026-0239s and #2026-0447s, MA, VV; OT3rdg; 02/05/2026; SJ 3
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Sen. McConkey Floor Amendment # 2026-0447s, AA, VV; 02/05/2026; SJ 3
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Committee Amendment # 2026-0239s, AA, VV; 02/05/2026; SJ 3
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SB 497 was Removed from the Consent Calendar; 02/05/2026; SJ 3
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Committee Report: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-0239s, 02/05/2026; Vote 5-0; CC; SC 4
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Hearing: 01/21/2026, Room 122-123, SH, 01:00 pm; SC 48
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Introduced 01/07/2026 and Referred to Capital Budget; SJ 1
Sponsors
- Donovan Fenton · Cosponsor
- John R Cloutier · Cosponsor
- David Watters · Primary
Sponsorship breakdown
Export CSV (upgrade) →1 sponsors · 2 co-sponsors · 412 not signed on
Sponsors (1)
- David Watters Democrat
Co-sponsors (2)
- Donovan Fenton Democrat
- John R Cloutier
Not signed on (412)
412 members have not signed on to this bill.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does SB 497 do?
- (Second New Title) removing a reference to procurement through the department of administrative services for certain capital appropriations to the community college system of New Hampshire, changing the name of a capital project, and changing a reference regarding spaces assigned for use for members of the legislature.
- Who sponsors SB 497?
- SB 497 is sponsored by Donovan Fenton (Democrat), John R Cloutier, and David Watters (Democrat).
- What is the current status of SB 497?
- This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced November 21, 2025. Enacted.
- Where can I track SB 497?
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