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N.H. Rev. Stat. § 217-A:4 — NH Code / Title XIX / Chapter 217-A / Section 4
217-A:4 Investigation and Research.
Status: in_force

The department shall conduct investigations on all species of plants and natural communities indigenous to and throughout this state necessary to develop information relating to population, distribution, habitat needs, limiting factors, and other biological and ecological data, and to determine protective measures and requirements necessary for their survival. The department may, at its discretion, withhold from any person information about the location and population of a species or natural community if it determines that disclosures of such information would threaten the survival of that or another species or natural community in any way.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 564-E:106 — NH Code / Title LVI / Chapter 564-E / Section 106
564-E:106 Validity of Power of Attorney.
Status: in_force

(a) A power of attorney executed in this state on or after the effective date of this chapter is valid if its execution complies with RSA 564-E:105. (b) A power of attorney executed in this state before the effective date of this chapter is valid if its execution complied with the law of this state as it existed at the time of execution. (c) A power of attorney executed other than in this state is valid in this state if, when the power of attorney was executed, the execution complied with: (1) the law of the jurisdiction that determines the meaning and effect of the power of attorney pursuant to RSA 564-E:107; or (2) the requirements for a military power of attorney pursuant to 10 U.S.C. section 1044b, as amended. (d) Except as otherwise provided in the power of attorney or by statute other than this chapter, a photocopy or electronically transmitted copy of an original power of attorney has the same effect as the original.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 261:141-b — NH Code / Title XXI / Chapter 261 / Section 141-b
261:141-b Processing Fee to be Collected.
Status: in_force

The department shall collect an additional $5 fee for each registration processed by electronic means.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 246:6-b — NH Code / Title XX / Chapter 246 / Section 6-b
246:6-b Utility Crossings.
Status: in_force

No railroad shall charge any municipality a fee for the privilege of constructing and laying water or sewer lines under existing railroad tracks, provided all construction and excavation costs shall be borne by the municipality. The municipality shall be obligated to rebuild the railroad track support to a condition at least as structurally strong and sound as its condition prior to the sewer or water line construction.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 110-B:7 — NH Code / Title VIII / Chapter 110-B / Section 7
110-B:7 Military Staff of the Governor.
Status: in_force

I. The military staff of the governor shall consist of the adjutant general who shall be the chief of staff and 12 aides-de-camp. Four shall be detailed from the national guard and 4 others shall be appointed from the reserve components of the armed forces of the United States. The remaining 4 may be appointed from officers or former officers of the United States army, navy, marine corps, coast guard, space force or air force, or of the national guard or of the various officers' reserves components or from civilian life. II. Officers detailed from the national guard shall retain their existing rank and shall remain subject to duty except as their services may be required by the governor as staff members. Officers or enlisted persons or former officers or enlisted persons appointed from the army, navy, air force, marine corps, coast guard, or the various military reserve corps, shall be of the rank held or last held by them in these organizations; except that, if the rank last held by a former member of the army, marine corps or air force is lower than major, such former member shall be commissioned in the rank of major; and that, if the rank last held by a former member of the navy or coast guard is lower than lieutenant-commander, such former member shall be commissioned in the rank of lieutenant-commander. Except as provided above, civilians appointed to the military staff of the governor shall be commissioned in the rank of major or its naval equivalent but shall not thereby be exempted from military duties. The 12 aides-de-camp shall hold office during the pleasure and not exceeding the term of office of the governor appointing them. III. As soon as may be after each state general election, the governor-elect shall submit to the governor and council the names of those persons not then officers of the militia whom the governor-elect shall wish to appoint to the military staff; and it shall thereupon be the duty of the governor and council to commission such nominees as officers of the militia in the appropriate rank as prescribed in this section. Such commission shall take effect on the day the governor-elect takes office. IV. The military staff of the governor shall perform such ceremonial functions and duties as the governor may prescribe.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 162-C:2 — NH Code / Title XII / Chapter 162-C / Section 2
162-C:2 Responsibilities.
Status: in_force

The council shall: I. Consult upon common problems in the fields of environmental protection, natural resources, and growth management including the encouragement of smart growth; II. Consult with, negotiate with, and obtain information from, any federal or state agency concerned with any of the council's problems, reports, recommendations or studies; III. Make biennial reports and recommendations, as may be desirable, to the governor and council; IV. Make studies and recommendations concerning changes to effectively coordinate the work of the agencies which have membership in the council; V. Resolve differences or conflicts concerning development, resource management, or the encouragement of smart growth which result from the work of any agency represented on the council in developing policies, plans, or programs. The council shall investigate; if possible, resolve the problem; and if appropriate, submit its recommendations to the governor and council or to the general court. If investigation by the council shows that the laws and rules of an agency represented on the council are in conflict with those of another agency, the council shall submit a report with recommendations to the governor and council or to the general court; VI. Resolve differences and conflicts among the agencies and departments of the state in the implementation of the tourism policy under RSA 12-O:14; VII. Review the disposal of state owned real property pursuant to RSA 4:40; VIII. Provide oversight relative to the statewide public boat access program, work with the public water access advisory board and provide recommendations to the governor and executive council regarding public access; IX. Complete the smart growth report required under RSA 9-B:6; X. Review and coordinate the distribution of funds by state agencies to local and regional entities to encourage consistency with and provide support for New Hampshire's smart growth policies under RSA 9-B:4; XI. Review the following actions by state agencies and ensure, in consultation with the long range capital planning and utilization committee established by RSA 17-M:1-3, that these actions are taken into consideration in the long range capital improvement program that is updated every 2 years in conjunction with the capital budget process, and provide recommendations to the governor regarding whether the actions are consistent with New Hampshire's smart growth policies under RSA 9-B:5: (a) Capital budget requests; (b) Building operation and maintenance plans; and (c) Facility location and planning; and XII. Facilitate coordination of state agencies to support local, regional, and state planning efforts consistent with RSA 9-A:1-4.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 235:2 — NH Code / Title XX / Chapter 235 / Section 2
235:2 Faith and Credit Pledged.
Status: in_force

The faith and credit of the state are pledged to make adequate provision, from time to time, by appropriation or otherwise, to meet all obligations of the state incident to the acceptance of federal aid under the provisions of said act.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 535:6 — NH Code / Title LV / Chapter 535 / Section 6
535:6 Venue.
Status: in_force

If the land to which the proceedings relate is in different counties the proceedings may be in either, and the summons upon the information or petition shall be that the grantee appear and show cause why the grant should not be decreed forfeited.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 504-A:14 — NH Code / Title LI / Chapter 504-A / Section 14
504-A:14 Computerized Identification of Probationers and Parolees.
Status: in_force

The computerized motor vehicle files under the control of the commissioner of safety relative to probationers and parolees who have been convicted of felonies or misdemeanors shall reflect their status so that inquiring law enforcement officers shall be advised of the probation or parole status of such persons when detained or inquired about through motor vehicle records. Both the department of safety and the department of corrections and their employees and agents shall not be held liable for errors of omission or commission in maintenance of this data file unless the error is shown to be malicious.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 21-G:6 — NH Code / Title I / Chapter 21-G / Section 6
21-G:6 Structure of Executive Branch Departments.
Status: repealed

All departments of the state established following July 1, 1983, shall be structured as follows, unless otherwise provided for specifically by the general court: I. The department shall be the principal administrative unit of the executive branch, and each department shall be headed by a commissioner. Each department shall bear a title beginning with the words "The State of New Hampshire Department of .......... " and continuing with the name designated for the department. II. All departments shall adhere to the following operational structure and standard terminology: (a) The principal unit of the department shall be the division; and each division shall be headed by a director. (b) The principal unit of the division shall be the bureau; and each bureau shall be headed by an administrator. (c) The principal unit of the bureau shall be the section; and each section shall be headed by a supervisor. (d) [Repealed.]
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 52:13 — NH Code / Title III / Chapter 52 / Section 13
52:13 Warning of Meetings.
Status: in_force

In case of a vacancy in the office of commissioners, or of their neglect or refusal to warn a meeting or insert an article in a warrant, or of failure to hold an annual meeting, a meeting of the district may be called and warned in the same manner as in like cases in towns.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 12-O:22-a — NH Code / Title I / Chapter 12-O / Section 22-a
12-O:22-a New Hampshire-Ireland Trade Council.
Status: in_force

I. The general court finds as follows: (a) Ireland's ties to New Hampshire date back to 1719 when a group of Scots-Irish families built the settlement of Nutfield; (b) Irish Americans were an important part of New Hampshire early history, such as Gen. John Sullivan, who helped win the American Revolution, served in the Continental Congress, and was New Hampshire's third Governor; (c) New Hampshire is the most Irish state in the nation, with more than 20 percent of Granite Staters boasting of Irish ancestry; (d) Ireland is one of New Hampshire's largest trade partners, exporting more than $400 million in Granite State goods to Ireland annually; and (e) New Hampshire should build upon its historic, cultural, and economic ties with the Republic of Ireland. II. The commissioner of the department of business and economic affairs and the secretary of state shall have the authority to establish a New Hampshire-Ireland trade council to meet with one or more trade councils established by the Republic of Ireland. The purpose of the council shall be to advance bilateral trade and investment between New Hampshire and Ireland, initiate joint action on policy issues of mutual interest to New Hampshire and Ireland, and promote business and academic exchanges between New Hampshire and Ireland. III. The members of the council shall include: (a) Two senators, appointed by the president of the senate. (b) Two house members, appointed by the speaker of the house of representatives. (c) The commissioner of the department of business and economic development, or their designee. (d) The secretary of state, or their designee. (e) A representative from the Business and Industry Association, selected by that organization. (f) A representative of the division of economic development, appointed by the commissioner of the department of business and economic affairs. (g) A representative of the university system of New Hampshire, appointed by the chancellor. (h) Two public members, appointed by the governor. (i) Such other members as the commissioner and secretary of state may appoint. IV. The council shall elect a chairperson, whose duties shall include calling meetings. V. The New Hampshire-Ireland trade council shall be authorized to raise and accept funds, through direct solicitation or other fundraising events, alone, or with other groups, and accept gifts, grants, and bequests from individuals, corporations, foundations, government agencies, and public and private organizations and institutions. VI. There is hereby established in the state treasury the New Hampshire-Ireland trade council fund. The funds shall be comprised of monies obtained according to paragraph V, and shall be used to defray the council's administrative costs and to carry out its purposes. The fund shall be non-lapsing and shall be continually appropriated to the council.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 19-J:5 — NH Code / Title I / Chapter 19-J / Section 5
19-J:5 Organization of Council.
Status: in_force

The council shall organize itself in conformity with its responsibilities under the DD Act and this chapter, and shall establish committees to address issues that affect persons with developmental disabilities. The chairperson, with the input of the council, shall designate the members of such committees. The council shall adopt policies and procedures to carry out the council's duties under the DD Act and this chapter.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 210:4 — NH Code / Title XVIII / Chapter 210 / Section 4
210:4 Muskrat House, Dens, Etc.
Status: in_force

No person shall at any time destroy or injure a muskrat house, den or burrow, or place a trap within 15 feet thereof. No person shall at any time injure or destroy the house, den or burrow used by any game animal or fur-bearing animal.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 266:78-l — NH Code / Title XXI / Chapter 266 / Section 78-l
266:78-l Private Security Vehicles.
Status: in_force

Vehicles owned by or leased to licensed public or private security services but not personally owned vehicles of security guards may be equipped with amber or green warning lights, which shall only be illuminated when patrolling a shopping center or mall parking lot or other private premises or if stopped in a hazardous location for the purposes of warning approaching traffic.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 447:11 — NH Code / Title XLI / Chapter 447 / Section 11
447:11 Precedence.
Status: in_force

Such attachment shall have precedence over all lien claims for labor, professional design services, materials, or other things done or furnished after the attachment was made, except the same were done or furnished in the performance of a contract existing when the attachment was made, or were necessary for the preservation of the property attached.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 261:135 — NH Code / Title XXI / Chapter 261 / Section 135
261:135 Penalty.
Status: in_force

Any person who violates any of the provisions of this subdivision or any rule of the director made hereunder shall be guilty of a misdemeanor if a natural person, or guilty of a felony if any other person.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 273:18 — NH Code / Title XXIII / Chapter 273 / Section 18
273:18 Proceedings Not Evidence.
Status: in_force

Neither the proceedings, nor any part thereof, before the labor commissioner by virtue of the foregoing provisions of this subdivision shall be received in evidence for any purpose in any judicial proceeding before any other court or tribunal.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 328-F:3 — NH Code / Title XXX / Chapter 328-F / Section 3
328-F:3 Governing Boards Established.
Status: repealed

There shall be established governing boards of athletic trainers, occupational therapists, physical therapists, speech-language pathologists and hearing care providers, and genetic counselors. In order to eliminate a redundant regulatory framework and promote efficiency and economy, and as set forth in RSA 310, the responsibility for administration of the governing boards shall be with the office of professional licensure and certification, and the authority of the board of directors of allied health professionals is repealed.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 498-A:23 — NH Code / Title LI / Chapter 498-A / Section 23
498-A:23 Procedure Established; Guardian Ad Litem.
Status: in_force

The board, on its own motion, may, or on petition of any party in interest shall, appoint a guardian ad litem to represent the interest of minors, persons under disability, unborn or unascertained parties or parties whose whereabouts are unknown.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 216-B:1 — NH Code / Title XIX / Chapter 216-B / Section 1
216-B:1 Authority.
Status: in_force

The governor with the advice of the council is hereby authorized and empowered to undertake in cooperation with the Corps of Engineers, United States Army, a project to improve navigation in the entrance to Hampton Harbor together with a corrective project to restore damaged beach areas resulting from coastal erosion on Hampton Beach between Great Boar's Head and Hampton River. The governor, with the advice of the council, is further authorized and empowered to act in behalf and for the town of Hampton and the town of Seabrook and other public local interests as may be required in the construction of the cooperative projects. Provided, however, that no action shall be taken under the authority hereof except upon a finding by the governor and council that federal funds will be made available for the projects herein described and upon a determination that the state expenditure with respect to such projects is economically justified.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 317-A:27-a — NH Code / Title XXX / Chapter 317-A / Section 27-a
317-A:27-a Dental Records.
Status: in_force

Dentists and dental hygienists shall make a record of all examinations and treatments performed or recommended. The record shall be in such a manner and in sufficient detail that it may be used for identification purposes. A dentist shall maintain patients' paper or electronic, and radiographic records, for at least 7 years from the time the dentist or dental hygienist last treated the patient. In the case of a minor patient, a dentist shall maintain a patient's paper or electronic, and radiographic dental records for at least 7 years past the age of majority.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 436:26 — NH Code / Title XL / Chapter 436 / Section 26
436:26 Expense of Examination, Etc.
Status: in_force

The importer or owner shall bear the expense of detention, examination, test and slaughter under this subdivision and RSA 436:10-20, but not the personal expenses of the commissioner or his agent.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 209:6 — NH Code / Title XVIII / Chapter 209 / Section 6
209:6 Taking; Federal Duck Stamp Required.
Status: in_force

I. No person shall hunt, capture, kill, take, possess, buy or sell any migratory game bird or part thereof, except during such time and in such manner and numbers as may be prescribed by regulations promulgated under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, an act of Congress approved July 3, 1918, which regulations are hereby made a part of the game law of the state. II. No person who has attained the age of 16 years shall take any migratory waterfowl (brant, wild ducks, geese and swans) unless at the time of such taking he or she has on their person an unexpired federal migratory bird stamp (commonly called a duck stamp) validated by his or her signature written across the face of said stamp in ink, or confirmation, including digital confirmation, of a current and valid electronic migratory bird hunting and conservation stamp. A person who has not attained the age of 16 years is not required to have a duck stamp. Said duck stamp shall be required in addition to a valid New Hampshire hunting license obtained pursuant to RSA 214:1. Regulations promulgated under the Federal Migratory Bird Hunting Stamp Act of 1934 are hereby made a part of the game law of the state.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 304-C:159 — NH Code / Title XXVIII / Chapter 304-C / Section 159
304-C:159 Merger Effects.
Status: in_force

A merger under this act has the following effects: I. Each constituent entity shall be merged into a single entity, which shall be the entity designated in the plan of merger as the surviving entity; II. Each constituent entity, except the surviving entity, shall cease to exist; III. The surviving entity shall thereupon and thereafter possess all the rights, privileges, immunities, and powers of each constituent entity and shall be subject to all the restrictions, disabilities, and duties of each of such constituent entities to the extent such rights, privileges, immunities, powers, franchises, restrictions, disabilities, and duties are applicable to the type of business entity that is the surviving entity; IV. All property, real, personal, and mixed, and all debts due on whatever account, including promises to make capital contributions and subscriptions for shares, and all other related claims, and all and every other interest of or belonging to or due to each of the constituent entities shall be vested in the surviving entity without further act or deed; V. The title to all real estate and any interest therein, vested in any such constituent entity shall not revert or be in any way impaired by reason of such merger; VI. As of the effective date the surviving entity shall be liable for all liabilities and obligations of each of the constituent entities so merged, and any claim existing or action or proceeding pending by or against any such constituent entity may be prosecuted as if such merger had not taken place, or the surviving entity may be substituted in the action; VII. Neither the rights of creditors nor any liens on the property of any constituent entity shall be impaired by the merger; and VIII. The interests in a limited liability company or shares or other interests in an other business entity that are to be converted or exchanged into interests, shares or other securities, cash, obligations, or other property under the terms of the merger agreement are so converted, and the former holders of these interests are entitled only to the rights provided in the merger agreement or the rights otherwise provided by law.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 356-B:69 — NH Code / Title XXXI / Chapter 356-B / Section 69
356-B:69 Conflict of Interests.
Status: in_force

No member of the consumer protection and antitrust bureau, department of justice shall act as an officer, employee, agent, attorney or broker of a condominium or offer or dispose of any interest in a condominium unit required to be approved pursuant to RSA 356-B:51.