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N.H. Rev. Stat. § 102:19 — NH Code / Title VI / Chapter 102 / Section 19
102:19 Eligibility and Application for Benefits.
Status: in_force

Call, volunteer, or substitute firemen to be eligible for the benefits hereof must be accepted by their respective city, town, precinct or organized volunteer company. All call, volunteer or substitute firemen who desire the benefits of this chapter shall make application to the retirement board and pay the sum of $12 per year, said amount to be paid in one sum, and shall give notice of their application for the benefits hereof to the treasurer or other disbursing officer of the city, town or precinct which employs them. The chief, clerk or other responsible officer of a fire company whose members have applied for the benefits of this chapter shall forward to the secretary of the board, on a form approved by the board, the number and the names of such members as of July 1 of every year and shall also notify the board of any dismissals, resignations or deaths during the year of any of its members who were eligible to the benefits hereof. New members applying for the benefits of this chapter during the fiscal year, who are not replacing former members of their company who had applied for benefits hereunder shall be assessed the full amount as stated above, if their applications are received on or before December 31 of any year, but their protection hereunder shall run only to June 30 of the following year or to the beginning of the new fiscal year. All new members who are not replacing former members during the fiscal year whose applications are received on or after January 1 of any year shall be assessed 1/2 the amount stated above and shall be protected only to June 30 of the same year or to the beginning of the new fiscal year. Members who, during the fiscal year, are replacing members who had accepted the benefits of this chapter but who are no longer members of the fire department, shall not be assessed, but shall be entitled to the benefits hereof to June 30 of the same fiscal year for which the member whom they are replacing was eligible. All assessments from call, volunteer or substitute firemen, for any fiscal year beginning July 1 to June 30 of the following year, shall be paid on or before June 30 of that fiscal year in which application or renewal of application is received by the board; with the exception, that, in case of total and permanent disability or accidental death of any member who has made application for the benefits of this chapter, benefits accruing to such member or to his beneficiary shall not be paid until his assessment for that fiscal year has first been received by the board.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 106-J:3 — NH Code / Title VII / Chapter 106-J / Section 3
106-J:3 Definitions.
Status: in_force

In this subdivision: I. "Caregiver" means any individual duly designated as a caregiver for a person who needs care assistance as a vulnerable adult. A caregiver includes, but is not limited to, a relative, paid caregiving professional, partner, friend, or neighbor who has a significant relationship with the person. II. "Department" means the department of safety. III. "Missing vulnerable adult" includes, but is not limited to, a missing adult who: (a)(1) Is 18 years or older; (2) Whose whereabouts are unknown; (3) Whose last known whereabouts at the time he or she is reported missing is in New Hampshire; and (4) Whose disappearance poses a credible threat to the safety and health of the person, as determined by a local law enforcement agency; and (b)(1) Who has a mental or cognitive disability, such as dementia; (2) Who has an intellectual or developmental disability; (3) Who has a brain injury; or (4) Who has another physical, mental, or emotional disability.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 551-A:4 — NH Code / Title LVI / Chapter 551-A / Section 4
551-A:4 International Will; Other Points of Form.
Status: in_force

I. The signatures shall be placed at the end of the will. If the will consists of several sheets, each sheet will be signed by the testator or, if he or she is unable to sign, by the person signing on his or her behalf or, if there is no such person, by the authorized person. In addition, each sheet shall be numbered. II. The date of the will shall be the date of its signature by the authorized person. That date shall be noted at the end of the will by the authorized person. III. The authorized person shall ask the testator whether he or she wishes to make a declaration concerning the safekeeping of the testator's will. If so and at the express request of the testator the place where he or she intends to have his or her will kept shall be mentioned in the certificate provided for in RSA 551-A:5. IV. A will executed in compliance with RSA 551-A:3 shall not be invalid merely because it does not comply with this section.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 478:7 — NH Code / Title XLVIII / Chapter 478 / Section 7
478:7 Levy; Extent.
Status: in_force

The names of the debtors or defendants upon whose land any levy or extent shall be made, if the same is recorded, shall be entered as such in the index of grantors, and the names of the creditors or plaintiffs, as such, in the index of the grantees.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 72-B:16 — NH Code / Title V / Chapter 72-B / Section 16
72-B:16 Administration and Enforcement Fee.
Status: in_force

There shall be an administration and enforcement fee of $100 for each original notice of intent to excavate filed with the department. Such fee shall accompany the original intent to excavate and shall be deposited into the general fund.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 261:176-a — NH Code / Title XXI / Chapter 261 / Section 176-a
261:176-a Counterfeiting or Duplication of Number Plates.
Status: in_force

No person shall photograph, photostat, counterfeit, duplicate, or in any manner reproduce or display any number plate or a facsimile of any number plate in such a manner that it could be mistaken for an official number plate issued by the department, or possess any such photograph, photostat, duplicate, reproduction, or facsimile unless specifically authorized by the director.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 550:12 — NH Code / Title LVI / Chapter 550 / Section 12
550:12 Person Beneficially Interested Defined.
Status: in_force

A person is beneficially interested if the person is: I. An heir or distributee of an intestate estate; II. A residuary legatee under a will; III. A specific legatee under a will, but has not received the legacy; IV. A beneficiary having a vested interest in a trust; V. The attorney general in estates involving charitable trusts; VI. A ward, or a minor under guardianship who is 14 years of age or older; VII. An heir, or legatee under a will of a deceased ward; VIII. A creditor who is known to the fiduciary and has not been paid; or IX. The trustee of a trust which is a beneficiary of the estate.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 404-H:9 — NH Code / Title XXXVII / Chapter 404-H / Section 9
404-H:9 Plan of Operation.
Status: in_force

I. The association shall submit to the commissioner a plan of operation and any amendments thereto necessary or suitable to assure the fair, reasonable, and equitable administration of the association. The plan of operation and any amendments thereto shall become effective upon approval in writing by the commissioner. II. If the association fails to submit a suitable plan of operation within 90 days following the effective date of this chapter, the commissioner shall, after notice and hearing, adopt and promulgate such reasonable rules as are necessary or advisable to effectuate the provisions of this chapter. Such rules shall continue in force until modified by the commissioner or superseded by a plan submitted by the association and approved by the commissioner. III. All member insurers shall comply with the plan of operation. IV. The plan of operation shall: (a) Establish the procedures whereby all the powers and duties of the association under RSA 404-H:8 will be performed. (b) Establish procedures for handling assets of the association. (c) Establish the method of reimbursing members of the board of directors under RSA 404-H:7. (d) Establish procedures by which claims may be filed with the association. (e) Provide that notice of claims to the receiver or liquidator of the insolvent insurer shall be deemed notice to and filing with the association or its agent and a list of such claims shall be periodically submitted to the association or similar organization in another state by the receiver or liquidator. (f) Establish regular places and times for meetings of the board of directors. (g) Establish procedures for records to be kept of all financial transactions of the association, its agents, and the board of directors. (h) Provide that any member insurer aggrieved by any final action or decision of the association may appeal to the commissioner within 30 days after the action or decision. (i) Establish the procedures whereby selections for the board of directors will be submitted to the commissioner. (j) Contain additional provisions necessary or proper for the execution of the powers and duties of the association. V. The plan of operation may provide that any or all powers and duties of the association, except those under RSA 404-H:8, II(b) and IV are delegated to a corporation, association, or other organization which performs or will perform functions similar to those of this association, or its equivalent, in 2 or more states. Such a corporation, association or organization shall be reimbursed as a servicing facility would be reimbursed and shall be paid for its performance of any other functions of the association. A delegation under this paragraph shall take effect only with the approval of both the board of directors and the commissioner, and may be made only to a corporation, association, or organization which extends protection not substantially less favorable and effective than that provided by this chapter.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 301-A:34 — NH Code / Title XXVII / Chapter 301-A / Section 34
301-A:34 Use of Term "Cooperative".
Status: in_force

Only persons, firms, corporations, associations, and foreign corporations operating on a cooperative basis and authorized to do business in New Hampshire, and which comply with the provisions of this chapter, shall be entitled to use the term "cooperative." Provided, that any person, firm, or corporation using the word "cooperative" as part of its business name prior to July 1, 1983, shall not be subject to the provisions of this section.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 652:9 — NH Code / Title LXIII / Chapter 652 / Section 9
652:9 School District Election.
Status: in_force

"School district election" shall mean an election to choose a school district officer.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 6:8-c — NH Code / Title I / Chapter 6 / Section 8-c
6:8-c Swap Agreements.
Status: in_force

I. In this section: (a) "Obligations" means bonds, notes or other evidences of indebtedness, or lease, installment purchase, or other similar agreements or certificates of participation therein. (b) "Swap agreement" means: (1) An agreement, including terms and conditions incorporated by reference therein, which is a rate swap agreement, basis swap, forward rate agreement, commodity swap, interest rate option, forward foreign exchange agreement, rate cap agreement, rate floor agreement, rate collar agreement, currency swap agreement, cross-currency rate swap agreement, currency option, or any other similar agreement, including any option to enter into any of the foregoing; (2) Any combination of the agreements in subparagraph (1); or (3) A master agreement for any of the agreements in subparagraphs (1) and (2), together with all supplements. II. The treasurer, with the approval of the governor and council, may from time to time enter into and amend any swap agreements that the treasurer determines to be necessary or desirable for the purpose of managing an interest rate, currency, commodity price, investment or similar risk that arises in connection with, or is incidental to, the issuance, carrying or securing of obligations or the acquisition or carrying of investments. Swap agreements entered into by the state shall contain such provisions, including payment, term, security, default and remedy provisions, and shall be with such parties, as the treasurer shall determine to be necessary or desirable after due consideration to the creditworthiness of those parties. III. In connection with entering into any swap agreement the treasurer, with the approval of the governor and council, may enter into credit enhancement or liquidity agreements on behalf of the state, with such payment, security, default, remedy, and other terms and conditions as the treasurer determines.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 284:20-g — NH Code / Title XXIV / Chapter 284 / Section 20-g
284:20-g Contracting and Payment for Laboratory Testing.
Status: in_force

I. Beginning April 1, 2008, the lottery commission shall contract with a qualified laboratory to provide laboratory testing services for the lottery commission on horses that perform live at racetracks authorized to conduct live racing in the state. The lottery commission shall issue a request for proposals for such services that sets forth the terms and conditions of the proposed service contract, including the requirements of this section, laboratory qualifications, cost per test, and such other information determined to be relevant by the lottery commission. The lottery commission shall present the contract to the attorney general for review and, upon approval by the attorney general, the proposal shall be submitted to the governor and council for approval. The contract shall expire no later than June 30 of the second year of a biennium. Such laboratory test service agreement shall provide that the laboratory shall send each licensee an invoice for such testing in accordance with paragraph III. II. The total cost of any contract under this section shall not exceed $300,000 annually. In the event that the aggregate cost of testing exceeds $300,000 based solely upon an increase in live racing within the state, the lottery commission may request an increase in the maximum contract amount from the governor and council. III. Each licensee shall pay the laboratory for the cost of each laboratory test conducted pursuant to the laboratory test service contract on the horse that performed live at the licensee's track. The laboratory shall provide the licensee with an invoice for such costs within 10 days after the end of each month in which the licensee conducts live racing and the licensee shall pay the invoice within 30 days after receipt of that invoice. Each invoice shall specify the number of tests conducted during the prior month, the identity of the animal tested, the results of each test, and the cost of each test.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 522:4 — NH Code / Title LIII / Chapter 522 / Section 4
522:4 Effect of Test Results.
Status: in_force

I. Tests taken pursuant to RSA 522:1 shall have the following effect: (a) If the court finds that the conclusion of all the experts, as disclosed by the evidence based upon the tests, is that the alleged father is not the parent of the child, the question of paternity shall be resolved accordingly. (b) If the experts disagree in their findings or conclusions, the question shall be weighed with other competent evidence of paternity. (c) If the blood, tissue and/or genetic marker tests show that the alleged father is not excluded and that the probability of the alleged father's paternity is less than 97 percent, this evidence shall be admitted by the court and shall be weighed with other competent evidence of paternity. (d) If the blood, tissue and/or genetic marker tests show that the alleged father is not excluded and that the probability of the alleged father's paternity is 97 percent or higher, the alleged father is presumed to be the father, and this evidence shall be admitted. This presumption may be rebutted by clear and convincing evidence. II. Notarized documentation of the chain of custody of the blood, tissue and/or genetic marker samples is competent evidence to establish the chain of custody. III. A notarized report of the blood, tissue and/or genetic marker tests, prepared by the appointed experts, shall be admitted at trial as evidence of paternity without the need for foundation testimony or other proof of authenticity or accuracy, unless a written challenge to the testing procedure or results of the blood, tissue and/or genetic marker tests has been filed with the court and delivered to opposing counsel at least 30 days before any hearing set to determine the issue of paternity. Failure to make that timely challenge constitutes a waiver of the right to have the experts appear in person and shall not be grounds for a continuance of the hearing to determine paternity. IV. If the court's notice of hearing is issued less than 40 days before the hearing to determine paternity, then upon motion by a party setting forth the party's intention to challenge the blood test result, the hearing shall be continued for 45 days.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 506:3 — NH Code / Title LII / Chapter 506 / Section 3
506:3 Assignment of Wages.
Status: in_force

No assignment of, or order for, wages to be earned in the future shall be valid against a creditor of the person making it until it has been accepted in writing and a copy of it and of the acceptance has been filed with the clerk of the town or city where the party making it resides.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 216-J:3 — NH Code / Title XIX / Chapter 216-J / Section 3
216-J:3 Powers and Duties of the Commission.
Status: in_force

Subject to available funds, the Hampton Beach area commission shall: I. Consult and advise the state and the town on implementation strategies for the Hampton Beach master plan including capital improvements. II. Assist in the promotion, periodic review, and recommendation of updates of the Hampton Beach master plan. III. Assist the state and town in acquiring lands and rights in lands, to ensure a consistent management of the plan. IV. Assist the town to develop building and zoning code language and design review guidelines and procedures for the plan area. V. Provide advice and counsel to the state and the town on proposed land use developments and capital projects for consistency with the plan. VI. Consult with the Hampton Beach area businesses and residents to promote the plan. VII. Meet at least quarterly, with a quorum of at least 5 members, to conduct any business relevant to the purposes of this chapter. VIII. Meet at least annually with the selectmen and precinct commissioners and provide a written report annually, on or before November 1, to the selectmen and precinct commissioners, the governor and executive council, president of the senate, and speaker of the house of representatives on its activities and its recommendations for implementation of the plan.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 17-E:6 — NH Code / Title I / Chapter 17-E / Section 6
17-E:6 Committee Records.
Status: in_force

A record of the minutes of committee and subcommittee meetings shall be available to the public and shall be maintained in accordance with the provisions of RSA 91-A:2, II. The minutes shall include the names of members in attendance and of persons appearing before the committee, and a brief description of the subjects discussed, votes taken, and final dispositions of all actions. The minutes shall be available and open to public inspection not more than 5 business days after the meeting. The record of the minutes of the joint committee on legislative facilities and the house and senate subcommittees shall be available at the office of legislative accounting. For the purposes of this section, a business day means the hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday through Friday, excluding national and state holidays.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 515:7 — NH Code / Title LIII / Chapter 515 / Section 7
515:7 Mutual Debts.
Status: in_force

If there are mutual debts or demands between the plaintiff and defendant at the time of the commencement of the plaintiff's action, one debt or demand may be set off against the other.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 207:3-d — NH Code / Title XVIII / Chapter 207 / Section 3-d
207:3-d Baiting.
Status: in_force

I. The executive director shall adopt rules, pursuant to RSA 541-A, relative to the opening and closing of the season for the practice of baiting for coyote, furbearing animals, game birds, or game animals with the exception of gray squirrel. II. No person shall engage in the act of baiting on the property of another unless he has secured from the owner or occupant of the property upon which the bait is to be deposited a permit in writing, signed by the owner or occupant, and until he has filed a copy of the permit with the conservation officer in whose district the person plans to bait, together with a topographic map or copy thereof showing the specific location of the bait site. III. Notwithstanding the provisions of this section, persons holding a valid trapping license who have complied with the landowner permit requirements of RSA 210:11 shall be allowed to place bait for the trapping of fur-bearing animals during the open season. IV. Notwithstanding the provisions of this section, the executive director may grant a special permit for scientific purposes, animal damage control, or for any other purpose at the discretion of the executive director. V. Notwithstanding the provisions of this section, no person shall place bait less than 300 feet from a dwelling or public roadway, pathway or trail.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 21-U:2 — NH Code / Title I / Chapter 21-U / Section 2
21-U:2 Definitions.
Status: in_force

In this chapter: I. "Agency data" means information originally received, created, or held by a member agency regarding consumer complaints, agency investigations, and agency enforcement actions. For the department of justice, "agency data" means complaint, investigation and enforcement data received, created, or held by the consumer protection and antitrust bureau and does not apply to privileged documents between any agency and the department of justice, nor does it apply to any documents related to an active criminal investigation. "Agency data" does not include any information received from foreign, federal, or state governmental agencies or other third parties that is protected from further disclosure by statute, regulation, or a nondisclosure or non-dissemination agreement entered into by the member agency in possession of the information. "Agency data" does not include records of examination, except to the extent such records are included in an investigation file. II. "Cooperative information-sharing database" means a shared system designed, developed, or purchased using data standards developed by the member agencies to make complaint data from each member agency accessible to all member agencies. III. "Interagency group" means the New Hampshire financial services regulators group. IV. "Member agency" or "member agencies" means the department of justice, the insurance department, the banking department, and the bureau of securities regulation, department of state. V. "Shared data" means agency data submitted and held within the cooperative information-sharing database.
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 420-B:17 — NH Code / Title XXXVII / Chapter 420-B / Section 17
420-B:17 Taxation.
Status: in_force

Every organization doing business pursuant to this chapter shall be subject to the premium tax requirements of RSA 400-A:31 and 32. Except for payments made by the state of New Hampshire, no tax shall be levied on any premiums, fees-for-service and other payments for health, dental, and employee benefit coverages from political subdivisions of the state of New Hampshire or from employees or retirees of such political subdivisions, either directly or indirectly. Nor shall any tax be levied on any revenues of such an organization that are derived from any business of the organization where the organization has assumed no insurance risk and is providing administrative services, only.