New Hampshire 2026 Session Status: Enacted Bipartisan · 2 R · 1 D cosponsors

HB 1148 — adding cyanobacteria and algae blooms to the study of the exotic aquatic weeds and species committee.

Last action — Signed by Governor Ayotte 05/28/2026; Chapter 89; eff. 07/27/2026

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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced December 01, 2025. Enacted.

Signed by Governor Kelly Ayotte (Republican) on June 01, 2026.

Prognosis

Likely to advance 72% · moderate confidence

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Odds of enactment

High

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  • Enacted

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 3 sponsors

    1 primary, 2 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Bipartisan support

    Sponsored across 2 parties (2 R · 1 D) — cross-party backing.

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In plain language

The bill includes cyanobacteria and algae blooms in the study of aquatic weeds and species.

This bill expands the focus of the exotic aquatic weeds and species committee to include cyanobacteria and algae blooms. This change acknowledges the importance of studying these issues in managing aquatic environments.

Summary

adding cyanobacteria and algae blooms to the study of the exotic aquatic weeds and species committee.

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

21 added · 20 removed

Plain-language change summary

The updated version of Bill HB 1148 includes the addition of cyanobacteria and harmful algae blooms to the responsibilities of the Exotic Aquatic Weeds and Species Committee. This change allows the committee to study the causes of these blooms, their connection to invasive species, and how to manage them alongside other aquatic nuisances. It matters because harmful algal blooms can negatively impact water quality and marine life, so this expanded focus aims to better protect the state's water resources.

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HB 1148 - VERSION ADOPTED BY BOTH BODIES SESSION 26-2332 08/07 HOUSE BILL 1148 AN ACT adding cyanobacteria and algae blooms to the study of the exotic aquatic weeds and species committee.
CHAPTER 89 HB 1148 - FINAL VERSION SESSION 26-2332 08/07 HOUSE BILL 1148 AN ACT adding cyanobacteria and algae blooms to the study of the exotic aquatic weeds and species committee.
HB 1148 - VERSION ADOPTED BY BOTH BODIES 26-2332 08/07 STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE In the Year of Our Lord Two Thousand Twenty-Six AN ACT adding cyanobacteria and algae blooms to the study of the exotic aquatic weeds and species committee.
CHAPTER 89 HB 1148 - FINAL VERSION 26-2332 08/07 STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE In the Year of Our Lord Two Thousand Twenty-Six AN ACT adding cyanobacteria and algae blooms to the study of the exotic aquatic weeds and species committee.
1 Exotic Aquatic Weeds and Species Committee;
89:1 Exotic Aquatic Weeds and Species Committee;
2 Effective Date.
89:2 Effective Date.
Approved:
May 28, 2026 Effective Date:
July 27, 2026
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Action History

  1. Signed by Governor Ayotte 05/28/2026; Chapter 89; eff. 07/27/2026

  2. Enrolled (in recess of) 05/14/2026 HJ 13

  3. Enrolled Adopted, VV, (In recess 05/14/2026); SJ 13

  4. Ought to Pass: MA, VV; OT3rdg; 04/16/2026; SJ 9

  5. Committee Report: Ought to Pass, 04/16/2026; Vote 5-0; CC; SC 14A

  6. Hearing: 03/19/2026, Room 103, SH, 09:10 am; SC 10

  7. Introduced 02/19/2026 and Referred to Energy and Natural Resources; SJ 5

  8. Ought to Pass: MA VV 02/19/2026 HJ 5 P. 31

  9. Committee Report: Ought to Pass 02/04/2026 (Vote 13-0; CC) HC 7 P. 19

  10. Executive Session: 02/04/2026 02:00 pm GP 228

  11. Public Hearing: 02/04/2026 02:00 pm GP 228

  12. Introduced 01/07/2026 and referred to Resources, Recreation and Development HJ 1 P. 8

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1 sponsors · 2 co-sponsors · 412 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (2)

Not signed on (412)

412 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 1148 do?
adding cyanobacteria and algae blooms to the study of the exotic aquatic weeds and species committee.
Who sponsors HB 1148?
HB 1148 is sponsored by Will Darby (Democrat), Tanya Donnelly (Republican), and Howard Pearl (Republican).
What is the current status of HB 1148?
This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced December 01, 2025. Enacted.
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