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N.H. Rev. Stat. § 270:131 — NH Code / Title XXII / Chapter 270 / Section 131
270:131 Head's Pond.
Status: in_force

No person shall use or operate any watercraft, as defined in RSA 270:73, or powerboat equipped with a gas-powered internal combustion engine on the open waters of Head's Pond in the town of Hooksett. The use of electric-powered motors is authorized. Any person who violates the provisions of this section shall be guilty of a violation.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 369:4 — NH Code / Title XXXIV / Chapter 369 / Section 4
369:4 Authorization.
Status: in_force

The commission, after such hearing or investigation as it may deem proper, shall determine the actual or probable cost incurred or to be incurred; and, if in its judgment the issue of such securities upon the terms proposed is consistent with the public good, it shall authorize the same to an amount sufficient, at the price fixed in accordance with the laws applicable thereto, to provide funds for defraying the cost as so determined.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 239:3 — NH Code / Title XX / Chapter 239 / Section 3
239:3 Board of Directors.
Status: in_force

I. The board of directors of COAST may include but is not limited to the following representatives: (a) 5 from the governor's blue ribbon commission on seacoast transportation or from companies with 250 or more employees; (b) One from every town or city served by COAST; (c) One from the Strafford county commission; (d) One from the Rockingham county commission; (e) One each from 3 private, urban, fixed route transportation companies; (f) One from the university system of New Hampshire; (g) One each from 2 social service agencies providing transportation in Rockingham county; (h) One each from 2 social service agencies providing transportation in Strafford county; (i) One from a taxi company; (j) One from the state council on aging; (k) One each from the Strafford regional planning commission and the Rockingham planning commission; (l) One each from the Rochester, Dover, Portsmouth and Exeter Chambers of Commerce; (m) One from the governor's commission on disability; (n) One from the department of transportation; (o) One from the Rochester-Dover-Portsmouth metropolitan planning organization's policy committee; (p) One non-voting from the United States Department of Transportation, division I, Urban Mass Transportation Administration. II. Each entity in paragraph I of this section may appoint an alternate who will serve if the primary board member is absent. The board of directors shall hold office for 2 years. All initial appointments shall be regarded as having begun on the day of the annual meeting. III. Annually, the board of directors shall elect one of its members as chairman and another as vice chairman. The directors shall elect a secretary and a treasurer who shall also be board members, and the same person may serve both as secretary and as treasurer. The officers shall be elected by majority vote. IV. The directors shall serve without compensation, but COAST shall reimburse its directors for actual expenses appropriately and necessarily incurred in the discharge of their duties.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 168-B:3 — NH Code / Title XII / Chapter 168-B / Section 3
168-B:3 Legitimacy.
Status: in_force

If, under the provisions of this chapter, a parent-child relationship is created between 2 persons, the child shall be considered, for all purposes of law, the legitimate child of the parent. In the absence of specific language to the contrary in a statute or instrument, a legitimated child shall be considered the same as a birth child, issue, or heir of the body for all purposes of the law.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 514:9 — NH Code / Title LIII / Chapter 514 / Section 9
514:9 Amendments.
Status: in_force

Amendments in matters of substance may be permitted in any action, in any stage of the proceedings, upon such terms as the court shall deem just and reasonable, when it shall appear to the court that it is necessary for the prevention of injustice; but the rights of third persons shall not be affected thereby.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 420-J:23 — NH Code / Title XXXVII / Chapter 420-J / Section 23
420-J:23 Standardized Ground Ambulance Provider Contract.
Status: in_force

I. The commissioner shall issue a bulletin no later than December 31, 2025, establishing a standardized ground ambulance provider contract template that includes a standardized format and language for contracts between health carriers and ground ambulance providers. II. Once published by bulletin, all health carriers shall offer ground ambulance providers a standardized ground ambulance contract that incorporates the template established by the commissioner. The health carrier's standardized contract shall be offered to any ground ambulance provider that is qualified and willing to meet the terms and conditions of the standardized ground ambulance provider contract. III. Nothing shall prevent health carriers and ground ambulance providers from voluntarily negotiating a contract that varies in any respect from the standardized contract.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 178:2-a — NH Code / Title XIII / Chapter 178 / Section 2-a
178:2-a Temporary Licenses.
Status: in_force

The director of licensing may issue a temporary form of any license authorized by this chapter. Temporary licenses shall be valid for the period specified in the license, which shall not exceed 90 days. Temporary licenses may not be renewed. Persons seeking a temporary license under this section shall file an application with the director of licensing which is in such form and contains such information as the commission may establish by rule consistent with the purposes of this chapter.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 193-G:1 — NH Code / Title XV / Chapter 193-G / Section 1
193-G:1 Persistently Dangerous Schools.
Status: in_force

I. A persistently dangerous school is a school in which 3 of the following acts have occurred as separate incidents during the period of one school year for 3 consecutive years: (a) Homicide under RSA 630. (b) First or second degree assault under RSA 631:1 and RSA 631:2. (c) Aggravated felonious sexual assault under RSA 632-A:2. (d) Arson under RSA 634:1. (e) Robbery as a class A felony under RSA 636:1, III; or (f) Unlawful possession or sale of a firearm or other dangerous weapon under RSA 159. II. Any act set forth in paragraph I must occur within the school or on school grounds, during regular school hours or during a school-sponsored event, or during transportation of pupils to or from school, if such transportation is provided by the school district. III. No later than July 1 of each year, the commissioner of the department of education shall report any persistently dangerous schools to the state board of education and to the school board of such schools.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 261:103-b — NH Code / Title XXI / Chapter 261 / Section 103-b
261:103-b Unlicensed Sales Prohibited.
Status: in_force

No person may sell 5 or more vehicles at retail to the general public or export 5 or more vehicles outside the United States in any consecutive 12-month period unless the person has an established place of business and a valid dealer license issued under RSA 261:103-a.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 597:36 — NH Code / Title LIX / Chapter 597 / Section 36
597:36 Declaration.
Status: in_force

In actions brought upon recognizances taken in criminal prosecutions, it shall be sufficient to set forth in the writ the substance of the recognizance and the time and place at which the same was declared forfeited, without setting forth the complaint or indictment or any subsequent proceedings thereon.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 411:30 — NH Code / Title XXXVII / Chapter 411 / Section 30
411:30 Transfer of Risks, Etc.
Status: in_force

No such corporation shall transfer its risks, or any part thereof, to, or reinsure its risks, or any part thereof, except reinsurance effected in the ordinary course of business, in any insurance corporation, association or society which is not at the time of such transfer or reinsurance authorized to do business in this state.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 6:4-a — NH Code / Title I / Chapter 6 / Section 4-a
6:4-a Insurance.
Status: in_force

The state treasurer may procure registered mail, certified mail or other shipping insurance to protect the state against losses, due to fire or other casualty, of negotiable securities shipped or mailed from and by the treasurer's office.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 301-A:27 — NH Code / Title XXVII / Chapter 301-A / Section 27
301-A:27 Application of Franchise, License, and Corporation Taxes.
Status: in_force

For taxation purposes, each association formed under this chapter shall pay to the secretary of state an annual fee of $25 in lieu of all franchise, license, or corporation taxes, or taxes upon reserves held by the association for its members.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 541-A:3-b — NH Code / Title LV / Chapter 541-A / Section 3-b
541-A:3-b Restriction on Rules Incorporating Documents by Reference.
Status: in_force

No agency may propose or adopt a rule under RSA 541-A:3 or RSA 541-A:19 that incorporates by reference any code, rule, or document from another state government without specific authority in the authorizing legislation or specific legislative approval for such a rule.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 403-B:2 — NH Code / Title XXXVII / Chapter 403-B / Section 2
403-B:2 Definitions.
Status: in_force

In this chapter: I. "Commissioner" means the insurance commissioner. II. "Conversion value" means the amount of the insurer's policyholder surplus, determined in accordance with those accounting procedures and practices prescribed by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners and by the commissioner, brought current to the date of adoption by the board of directors of the plan of conversion. III. "Eligible policyholder" means, with respect to a mutual fire or casualty insurance company, a policyholder of the insurer on the date of adoption of the plan of conversion by the board of directors pursuant to RSA 403-B:3, I or, with respect to a mutual life insurance company, such policyholders defined in the plan of conversion approved by the commissioner. IV. "Net premiums" means gross premiums paid by a policyholder to the insurer, less return premiums and dividends paid.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 141-A:2 — NH Code / Title X / Chapter 141-A / Section 2
141-A:2 Definitions.
Status: repealed

As used in this chapter: I. "Critical health problem" means any of the following: (a) Lead poisoning. (b) Reye's syndrome. (c) A disease, condition, or procedure relating to public health which is determined by the commissioner to be of particular concern or importance as a critical health problem in this state, being in need of greater research, study, and statistical analysis. II. "Commissioner" means the commissioner of the department of health and human services. III. [Repealed.] IV. "Facility" means a governmental or private agency, department, institution, clinic, laboratory, hospital, or a health maintenance organization, association, or other similar unit designated by the commissioner.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 151:51 — NH Code / Title XI / Chapter 151 / Section 51
151:51 Requirements for Trainers; Training Costs.
Status: in_force

Persons responsible for conducting in-person dementia trainings shall meet minimum criteria including: 2 years of work experience related to Alzheimer's disease or other dementias or in health care, gerontology, or other related field; and have completed training equivalent to the requirements provided herein. Covered staff members shall not be required to bear any of the cost of training or to attend trainings and shall receive their normal compensation when attending required trainings.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 73:19 — NH Code / Title V / Chapter 73 / Section 19
73:19 Part Owners.
Status: in_force

If any tenant in common, or joint tenant in possession of any real estate of the kinds specified in RSA 73:17 and 18 refuses to be taxed beyond the shares claimed by him, and no other person is in possession, the other shares shall be taxed with such description of the land as it may be readily known by, the name of the person in possession, and the names of the owners of the shares for which he refuses to be taxed, if such owners are known.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 408-C:11 — NH Code / Title XXXVII / Chapter 408-C / Section 11
408-C:11 Review of Commission Decisions Regarding Filings.
Status: in_force

I. Not later than 30 days after the commission has given notice of a disapproved product or advertisement filed with the commission, the insurer or third party filer whose filing was disapproved may appeal the determination to a review panel appointed by the commission. The commission shall promulgate rules to establish procedures for appointing such review panels and provide for notice and hearing. An allegation that the commission, in disapproving a product or advertisement filed with the commission, acted arbitrarily, capriciously, or in a manner that is an abuse of discretion or otherwise not in accordance with the law, is subject to judicial review in accordance with RSA 408-C:3, IV. II. The commission shall have authority to monitor, review and reconsider products and advertisement subsequent to their filing or approval upon a finding that the product does not meet the relevant uniform standard. Where appropriate, the commission may withdraw or modify its approval after proper notice and hearing, subject to the appeal process in paragraph I.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 458-B:6 — NH Code / Title XLIII / Chapter 458-B / Section 6
458-B:6 Notice to Employer.
Status: in_force

Before the commencement of withholding procedures, the obligor's employer shall be given notice of the following: I. The amount to be withheld and that it cannot exceed the limits set under RSA 458-B:4, IV. II. That the employer must implement withholding no later than the first pay period that occurs after 14 days after the notice was mailed. III. That the withholding is binding upon the employer until further notice. IV. That the employer must send the withheld amount to the state or other payee at the same time the obligor is paid. V. That the employer is liable for the accumulated amount it should have withheld if it fails to withhold in accordance with the provisions of the notice. VI. That the withholding under this section shall have priority over any other legal process under state law against the same income. VII. That in addition to the amount withheld for support and arrearage, the employer may deduct a fee of $1.00 for each withholding for the administrative cost incurred as a result of the withholding procedures. VIII. That the employer shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and subject to a fine of up to $1,000 for discharging, refusing to employ, or taking any disciplinary action against an obligor because of the withholding procedures. IX. That the employer shall notify the state or other payee within 15 days of the obligor's termination of employment, and shall provide the obligor's last known address and the name and address of the present employer, if known. X. That the employer shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and subject to a fine of up to $1,000 for failure to comply with the provisions of paragraphs I-V. XI. That the employer shall be liable for an administrative fine of $100 per pay period for each employee who has an income assignment obligations with that employer payable directly to the department with respect to whom the employer has willfully failed to comply with the provisions of paragraphs II and IV. Prior to assessing such fine against the employer, the department shall notify the employer of its intent to assess the fine, the amount of the fine, the date by which the fine is payable, and shall provide the employer with the opportunity to contest the imposition of the fine. The only basis for contesting the imposition of such fine is a mistake of fact or that the employer did not knowingly fail to comply with the provisions of paragraphs II and IV.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 361-A:7 — NH Code / Title XXXIII-A / Chapter 361-A / Section 7
361-A:7 License Surrender.
Status: in_force

I. A licensee that ceases to engage in the business of a sales finance company or retail seller at any time for any cause shall file a request to surrender its license to the commissioner within 15 calendar days of such cessation and shall file such additional information as may be required by the department. II. Surrender of a license shall not take effect until the commissioner deems the surrender process complete and in furtherance of the public interest. III. Failure to comply with the provisions of this section and any rules adopted under this section shall be cause for denial of future license applications and may result in the imposition of penalties under RSA 361-A:27.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 265:37 — NH Code / Title XXI / Chapter 265 / Section 37
265:37 Drivers to Exercise Due Care.
Status: in_force

Notwithstanding the foregoing provisions of this chapter or the provisions of any local ordinance, every driver of a vehicle shall exercise due care to avoid colliding with any pedestrian or any person propelling a human-powered vehicle and shall give an audible signal when necessary and shall exercise proper precaution upon observing any child or any obviously confused, incapacitated or intoxicated person.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 78:14 — NH Code / Title V / Chapter 78 / Section 14
78:14 Indicia of Tax Paid.
Status: in_force

I. Every wholesaler who satisfies RSA 78:2, III shall provide adequate documentation for every purchase of cigarettes and little cigars sold in packages of other than 20 or 25 and other tobacco products by a retailer or sampler to demonstrate that the wholesaler has paid the taxes due on the products. II. Every retailer and sampler shall keep on its licensed premises adequate documentation to demonstrate that tax has been paid on all cigarettes and little cigars sold in packages of other than 20 or 25 and other tobacco products on the premises. All documentation shall be available for inspection during all regular business hours. III. Indicia of tax paid includes, but is not limited to, all invoices from all wholesalers purchased from within the preceding 24 months. At a minimum, invoices shall contain the names and addresses of the seller and the purchaser, the license and tobacco tax certificate numbers of the seller and purchaser, the date of purchase of the product, the type and brand of each product, the quantity of each product, the purchase price of each product, and an affirmative statement from the wholesaler that all taxes on the product have been paid.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 339-D:4 — NH Code / Title XXXI / Chapter 339-D / Section 4
339-D:4 Remedies; Enforcement.
Status: in_force

I. If any person, in violation of the provisions of this chapter, knowingly fails to file complete and accurate reports with the director of the governor's council on energy, the director may petition the superior court for injunctive relief. The director shall be represented by the attorney general. Such petition may be filed in the superior court of the county in which the defendant resides, or if such defendant is a nonresident, in the superior court of any county in which he does business. II. Upon a finding by the court that a violation of this chapter has occurred, the court may grant such relief as it deems necessary and, in addition, may impose a fine of an amount not exceeding $5,000 for each violation.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 33:7-c — NH Code / Title III / Chapter 33 / Section 7-c
33:7-c Borrowing in Emergency Due to Bankruptcy.
Status: in_force

Whenever any person, firm or corporation, who or which owns property subject to taxation under any provision of RSA 72, files a petition in bankruptcy, or is adjudicated bankrupt under any chapter of the federal bankruptcy laws, thus causing a substantial delay in or impediment to the payment or collection of property taxes assessed thereon by the city or town in which such property is located, such city or town, if the locally assessed value of such property of the bankrupt taxpayer exceeds 5 percent of the total locally assessed value of all taxable property within the city or town, may borrow money from time to time to meet any such deficit by issuance of its notes in such amount as may be approved by majority vote of its legislative body if a city, or of those present and voting at any annual or duly called special meeting, if a town. The discretion of fixing the date, maturities and denominations, interest or discount rate, the form and other details of said notes and of providing for the issuance and place of payment thereof shall be deemed delegated to the selectmen or the treasurer, unless otherwise voted by said legislative body or town meeting. The issuance of such notes and the provisions thereof shall also be subject to the approval of the commissioner of revenue administration, who may approve the same upon a finding that the proposed borrowing complies with the provisions of this section and is in the best interests of the municipality. The provisions of RSA 31:5 shall not apply to action by special town meetings under this section. Such notes may be renewed subject to the provisions of this section and subject to the approval of the commissioner of revenue administration. Indebtedness incurred under this section shall not be subject to the debt limit prescribed by RSA 33:4-a and shall be excluded from the definition of net indebtedness in RSA 33:1. All taxes recovered from the bankrupt or through the bankruptcy proceedings shall be promptly applied toward the reduction of notes issued under this section. The commissioner may, from time to time, require reports from any such municipality as to progress in retirement of such indebtedness. All notes issued under this section shall be general obligations.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 339-E:3 — NH Code / Title XXXI / Chapter 339-E / Section 3
339-E:3 Damages.
Status: in_force

The party who fails to comply with a provision of a contract entered into under RSA 339-E:2 relating to payment of a commission is liable in a civil action for damages, plus reasonable attorney's fees and costs. The court may award exemplary damages of up to 3 times the commission owed in an action brought under this chapter.