NH Landlord News

Subject: SB168

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0168.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

The analysis team has varying opinions on this bill.

This is a bill that aids veterans and a thank you for your service from all of us.

If SB80 passes there will be more Vets applying for tax credits. Doubling the amount will unfairly increase the burden on remaining tax payers.

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SB80, Veterans Tax Credits

04/11/2017 at 10:30 AM LOB Room 307

Title: Title: (New Title) relative to implementation of the all veterans' tax credit, and relative to applications for recovery from the FRM victims' contribution recovery fund.

Summary: The bill would give municipalities authority to phase out an older veteran's tax credit over three years and use the newer credit.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H43

Email to Committee:

To: HouseCommerceAndConsumerAffairs@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: SB80

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0080.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

This bill appears to be a house keeping bill, giving munipalites the ability

to change over the veteran's tax credits

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HB568, Taxability Of Lease Interests In Public Property

04/12/2017 at 09:00 AM LOB Room 102

Title: Title: relative to the taxability of lease interests in public property.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S07

Email to Committee:

To: andrew.hosmer@leg.state.nh.us; jeanie.forrester@leg.state.nh.us; 0;chuck.morse@leg.state.nh.us; dalas@leg.state.nh.us; john.reagan111@gmail.com; ;

Subject: HB568

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0568.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB85, Allow Replacement of AFCI

04/19/2017 at 10:15 AM LOB Room 101

Title: Title: (New Title) relative to installation requirements for arc-fault circuit interrupters.

Summary: The bill would allow "after repeated tripping of an AFCI device and

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S06

Email to Committee:

To: sharon.carson@leg.state.nh.us; Jeff.Woodburn@leg.state.nh.us;sam.cataldo@leg.state.nh.us; donna.soucy@leg.state.nh.us; john.reagan111@gmail.com; ;

Subject: HB85

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0085.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

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SB78, Tax Records Confidential

04/26/2017 at 10:00 AM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: requiring audit records related to payment of business profits tax to be confidential.

Summary: This bill would require that all taxpayer records obtained by State

be kept confidential.

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/bill_status/billText.aspx?sy=2017&id=978&txtFormat=pdf&v=current

Subject: SB78

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0078.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

There is no reason why a business's tax records should be public. Please support this bill.

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=Legislative Update, 2017 #16== Update on SB247, Lead bill, Legislator contact needed this week. More bills have an updated status.

2017-04-15T12:28:00.001-04:00

Howdee everyone,

Important Updates:

SB247, Lead Law

The House hearing did happen this past week

04/12/2017 at 10:30 AM LOB Room 205-207

There were approximately 16 people that signed in to speak on the bill. Of them only one spoke against the amended bill. The one speaking against raised issue with the mandate on parents to test children for lead & mandate that children be tested before entering school. All others spoke strongly in favor of the amended bill.

Assuming it passes this committee it will likely go before the House Finance committee because of the budget requirements in the bill. There is a large chance the House Finance committee will have high resistance to the bill because of the remediation fund allocation from the general budget.

This version, As Amended By The Senate, is attached so check it out, (same as last week). If you get this update directly from a source that does not forward attachments use these links. If you would like to get the update directly please contact us.

170316 SB247 AsAmendedBySenateWithLineNumbers.pdf

170316 SB247 AsAmendedBySenateWithoutLineNumbers.pdf

http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/bill_status/billText.aspx?sy=2017&id=978&txtFormat=html

We are continuing to monitor the bill to be on guard for any detrimental changes. So stay tuned.

Action items this week:

1. Review the revised talking points and detailed summary of SB247, Lead Law, immediately below.

2. If not done so already contact the House Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs committee, by email and phone, and ask them to vote to pass the bill as amended by the Senate with no further changes.

HHSEA@leg.state.nh.us; will email to all committee members

Contact info is available at

http://gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H09

3. Contact the House Finance committee, by email and phone, and ask them to vote to pass the bill as amended by the Senate with no further changes. Especially give them reasons to approve the allocation for the lead remediation fund. See point in the present version of the SB247 talking points.

HouseFinanceCommittee@leg.state.nh.us;

http://gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H34

See more info in Summaries & Full Detail for each bill further below. (includes property owner position, contact info, Talking points, and more).

(to jump right to bill detail, use Control-F, Find).

Many of the bills have an updated status

See Bills Updated Status summary below

In particular note the status of bills where we have a position For or Against that bill.

Hearings this week:

04/19/2017 at 10:15 AM LOB Room 101

HB85, Allow Replacement of AFCI

Level of Response: Call, Email Legislators

Property Owner Position: For

Hearings next week:

None scheduled so far

Further below is:

Bills Updated Status summary

Full details on all bills above

(Which includes property owner position, contact info, talking points, and more)

Love & Light,

Nick Norman

Director of Legislative Affairs

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Talking points and detailed summary SB247, Lead Law

As Amended By The Senate

SB247 Lead Law. Notes for House committees.

Property Owner Position: For As Amended By Senate

1. Support SB247 As Amended by the Senate. No changes. Keep present balance of the bill.

The 3 year NH Lead Commission has been meeting for about a year and a half with many stake holders from all sides of the lead issue represented.

Landlord’s were originally extremely opposed to the original version of the bill which was an extreme over reach in legislation for an issue which is already being solved with present law.

2. Present lead law is working.

NH has seen a 91% drop in BLL >=10ug/dl from 1999 through 2015

Data captured for the range of >=5 to <10ug 2013="" dl="" shows="" span="" starting="">

2013 1019 elevations

2014 795 elevations

2015 548 elevations

Clearly what we are doing is working.

3. Landlords on commission have always said “No money, No bill”.

All landlords want to eliminate lead from their properties.

No landlord wants to see a child harmed.

Eliminating lead is very expensive. We need the money to make it happen.

We need a large continuing annual allotment until all the lead is removed.

Again “No money, No bill”.

4. Lead testing in Water is unneeded

This is why the amended version of the bill only tests for water if a child has an elevated lead level.

When water is delivered to the property without lead and containing the correct corrosiveness factor then there is no issue.

Section by Section analysis

Section 1: Parental Notification

Section 2: Landlord Notification

In present law we already get notices from 5 and above. This would give us something we have asked for over many years, earlier notification.

The sooner the lead hazard is remedied, the better it is for child not to be injured from the lead exposure.

Section 3: Universal Testing

From DHHS numbers, 2015 showed 59 children measured at >=10ug/dl.

59 / present testing rate of 16% * 85% target rate = 313.

If those occurred in 4 families and we take the national average of $10,000 per unit to complete a lead order then the additional costs would be

(313 – 59) * 4 * $10,000= $10.1 Million / year.

This is why it important that testing remains tied to funding the Lead Remediation Fund.

Section 4: Lead testing gateway to enter school

This is another idea lead advocates wanted to force more testing of children.

Section 5: Creation of the Remediation of Lead in Water and Rental Housing Fund

Section 6:

This is perhaps the most critical part of the bill. There is no question that the lead issue is a money issue. See initial point 3 above.

Presently there is no state provided funding for lead remediation and the HUD grants administered by Manchester, Nashua & the state have strings attached that sometimes make the money unavailable .

The remediation fund would be established by a $3 Million allocation from the state general fund for the fiscal year ending 6/30/18 & next ending 6/30/19.

Section 7: Child Day Care must follow lead laws.

Section 8:

Landlords are neutral on this point but think it is only reasonable that Day care must follow lead laws like properties owners are required to do.

Section 9: Medical insurance companies must cover cost of blood lead testing

Section 10:

Section 11:

Section 12:

Section 13:

Section 14:

Landlords are neutral on this point.

Section 15: Sales disclosure, has more language on lead

Landlords are neutral on this point.

Section 16: Lead in Drinking Water in School and Child Care Facilities

Landlords are neutral on this point but because of the occurrence of old “bubblers” think that it is a good idea.

Section 17: Identification and Disclosure of Lead in Public Water Systems.

However, the wording seems weak. Water systems have to make reasonable efforts but don’t have to excavate to prove anything. Still it is a good start.

Section 18: Testing of lead in water in rental property.

This has been debated extensively on the lead commission. This section as amended by the Senate represents the agreement of stakeholders involved.

See initial point 4 above.

Section 19: Increased record keeping 3 to 10ug/dl

This is important for discovering the impact of increased testing resulting from the Universal Testing portions of the bill.

Section 20: Appropriates the read remediation fund

Section 21: Universal Testing contingent on lead remediation fund

Section 22:

Section 23:

Section 24: Effective dates.

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Bills Updated Status summary:

HB415, Establish an Income Tax, Reduce or Eliminate Other Taxes

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

HB489, Commission To Study The Tax Structure Of The State

Title: (New Title) establishing a commission to study adaptation of the tax structure of the state to economic and demographic change.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: SENATE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

Senate Status: REPORT FILED:

HB172, Enabling Counties to borrow against anticipated taxes

Title: relative to tax anticipation notes in counties.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: SENATE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED

Senate Status: CONSENT CALENDAR REPORT FILED

HB502, Condo Financial Information Available To Unit Owners

Title: relative to the availability of condominium financial information to unit owners.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: SENATE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

Senate Status: CONSENT CALENDAR REPORT FILED

HB85, Allow Replacement of AFCI

Title: (New Title) relative to installation requirements for arc-fault circuit interrupters.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: SENATE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

Senate Status: IN COMMITTEE

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Full details on all bills above:

HB489, Commission To Study The Tax Structure Of The State

03/15/2017 at 09:45 AM SH Room 100

Title: Title: (New Title) establishing a commission to study adaptation of the tax structure of the state to economic and demographic change.

Summary: The bill would establish a commission to study the state's tax structure.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S17

Email to Committee:

To: dboutin1465@comcast.net; 0; chuck.morse@leg.state.nh.us;andy.sanborn@leg.state.nh.us; dalas@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: HB489

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0489.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Rather than enact an income tax, repeal interest and dividend taxes and

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HB172, Enabling Counties to borrow against anticipated taxes

03/22/2017 at 09:30 AM LOB Room 102

Title: Title: relative to tax anticipation notes in counties.

Summary: This bill would give counties the authority to borrow against anticipated taxes for current expenses. We don't see any direct impact on residential landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S27

Email to Committee:

To: 0; dboutin1465@comcast.net; bette.lasky@leg.state.nh.us;nancy.stiles@leg.state.nh.us; molly.kelly@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: HB172

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0172.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We're basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. Not sure we have the knowledge to take a position on the bill. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB502, Condo Financial Information Available To Unit Owners

04/04/2017 at 02:00 PM SH Room 100

Title: Title: relative to the availability of condominium financial information to unit owners.

Summary: Financial Information shall be provided within 15 days of request and 30 days prior to annual meeting. Unit owners shall have access to P&L salaries etc.

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S37

Email to Committee:

To: sam.cataldo@leg.state.nh.us; david.pierce@leg.state.nh.us;donna.soucy@leg.state.nh.us; represcott@represcott.com;jeb.bradley@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: HB502

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0502.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Unfortunately there is no enforcement mechanism if the law is not followed. The condo association could ignore any request.

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HB386, Technical Corrections To The Education Tax Credit

04/05/2017 at 09:15 AM SH Room 100

Title: Title: relative to technical corrections to the education tax credit statute.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S17

Email to Committee:

To: dboutin1465@comcast.net; 0; chuck.morse@leg.state.nh.us;andy.sanborn@leg.state.nh.us; dalas@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: HB386

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0386.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB85, Allow Replacement of AFCI

04/19/2017 at 10:15 AM LOB Room 101

Title: Title: (New Title) relative to installation requirements for arc-fault circuit interrupters.

Summary: The bill would allow "after repeated tripping of an AFCI device and

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S06

Email to Committee:

To: sharon.carson@leg.state.nh.us; Jeff.Woodburn@leg.state.nh.us;sam.cataldo@leg.state.nh.us; donna.soucy@leg.state.nh.us; john.reagan111@gmail.com; ;

Subject: HB85

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0085.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

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==Legislative Update, 2017 #15== Call to action! SB247, Lead bill, House committee hearing Wednesday morning. Many more bills have an updated status and are “crossing over”.

2017-04-08T15:25:00.001-04:00

Howdee everyone,

Important Updates:

SB247, Lead Law

04/12/2017 at 10:30 AM LOB Room 205-207

Level of Response: Attend hearings. Call, Email Legislators

Property Owner Position: For As Amended By Senate

As you saw in the last legislative update the full Senate voted 15 to 7 pass the amended bill. This means the version including the $3 million dollar lead remediation fund has survived which is very good news.

You can see each senator’s vote in the roll call immediately below this email.

Right away this bill has been assigned to the House Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs committee.

Remember this version was extremely paired down and all tenant advocates, lead advocates and landlords said they would support the amended bill and also agreed to keep this version in place for the rest of this legislative cycle. So we need to support it in the house.

170316 SB247 AsAmendedBySenateWithLineNumbers.pdf

http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/bill_status/billText.aspx?sy=2017&id=978&txtFormat=pdf&v=current

170316 SB247 AsAmendedBySenateWithoutLineNumbers.pdf

http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/bill_status/billText.aspx?sy=2017&id=978&txtFormat=html

We are continuing to monitor the bill to be on guard for any detrimental changes. So stay tuned.

Separately, this is “crossover” time when Senate bills go to the House and House bills go to the Senate. Many bills have just crossed over.

Action items this week:

1. Right now set aside time in your calendar to attend the hearing, Wednesday 10:30am. (This is likely to be the last time we need you so show up in person for this legislative season. Show up strong).

2. This is it! Time is now! Get your input to the committee this weekend and Monday!!

3. Review the talking points and detailed summary of SB247, Lead Law, immediately below.

4. Contact the House Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs committee, by email and phone, and ask them to vote to pass the bill as amended by the Senate with no further changes.

HHSEA@leg.state.nh.us; will email to all committee members

Contact info is available at

http://gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H09

5. Show up at the hearing and sign in FOR the bill as amended by Senate.

At lease sign in on the “blue sheet” saying you’re in favor of the bill as amended by the Senate (just that really helps). If you’re up for it sign on a pink card to speak and give you’re testimony supporting the bill.

See more info in Summaries & Full Detail for each bill further below. (includes property owner position, contact info, Talking points, and more).

(to jump right to bill detail, use Control-F, Find).

Many of the bills have an updated status

See Bills Updated Status summary below

In particular note the status of bills where we have a position For or Against that bill.

Hearings this week:

04/11/2017 at 10:00 AM LOB Room 301

SB168, Increase Veterans Tax Credit from $500 to $1000

Level of Response: You Decide

Property Owner Position: You Decide

04/11/2017 at 10:30 AM LOB Room 307

SB80, Veterans Tax Credits

Level of Response: You Decide

Property Owner Position: You Decide

04/11/2017 at 11:00 AM SH Room 100

HB215, Marijuana Study Commission

Level of Response:

Property Owner Position: For

04/11/2017 at 01:15 PM LOB Room 306

SB53, Regulation of Appraisers

Level of Response: You Decide

Property Owner Position: You Decide

04/12/2017 at 09:00 AM LOB Room 102

HB568, Taxability Of Lease Interests In Public Property

Level of Response: You Decide

Property Owner Position: You Decide

04/12/2017 at 10:30 AM LOB Room 205-207

SB247, Lead Law

Level of Response: Attend hearings. Call, Email Legislators

Property Owner Position: For As Amended By Senate

04/13/2017 at 01:00 PM LOB Room 202

SB74, Economic Revitalization Zone Tax Credits

Level of Response: You Decide

Property Owner Position: You Decide

04/13/2017 at 02:00 PM LOB Room 202

SB185, Tax Relief Coastal Property

Level of Response: You Decide

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Hearings next week:

None scheduled so far

Further below is:

Bills Updated Status summary

Full details on all bills above

(Which includes property owner position, contact info, talking points, and more)

Love & Light,

Nick Norman

Director of Legislative Affairs

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SB247 Senate Vote
Vote Date:03/30/2017	Vote#: 97	Question/Motion: Ought to Pass
Yeas: 15	Nays: 7
	Party	District	Vote
Avard, Kevin	Republican	12	Yea
Birdsell, Regina	Republican	19	Yea
Bradley, Jeb	Republican	3	Yea
Carson, Sharon	Republican	14	Yea
D'Allesandro, Lou	Democrat	20	Yea
Feltes, Dan	Democrat	15	Yea
Gannon, William	Republican	23	Yea
Gray, James	Republican	6	Yea
Hennessey, Martha	Democrat	5	Yea
Innis, Daniel	Republican	24	Yea
Kahn, Jay	Democrat	10	Yea
Lasky, Bette	Democrat	13	Yea
Soucy, Donna	Democrat	18	Yea
Watters, David	Democrat	4	Yea
Woodburn, Jeff	Democrat	1	Yea
Daniels, Gary	Republican	11	Nay
French, Harold	Republican	7	Nay
Giuda, Bob	Republican	2	Nay
Morse, Chuck	Republican	22	Nay
Reagan, John	Republican	17	Nay
Sanborn, Andy	Republican	9	Nay
Ward, Ruth	Republican	8	Nay

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Talking points and detailed summary SB247, Lead Law

As Amended By The Senate

SB247 Lead Law. Notes for House Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs committee. 04/12/2017 at 10:30 AM LOB Room 205-207

Property Owner Position: For As Amended By Senate

1. Support SB247 As Amended by the Senate. No changes. Keep present balance of the bill.

The 3 year NH Lead Commission has been meeting for about a year and a half with many stake holders from all sides of the lead issue represented.

Landlord’s were originally extremely opposed to the original version of the bill which was an extreme over reach in legislation for an issue which is already being solved with present law.

2. Present lead law is working.

NH has seen a 91% drop in BLL >=10ug/dl from 1999 through 2015

Data captured for the range of >=5 to <10ug 2013="" dl="" shows="" span="" starting="">

2013 1019 elevations

2014 795 elevations

2015 548 elevations

Clearly what we are doing is working.

3. Landlords on commission have always said “No money, No bill”.

All landlords want to eliminate lead from their properties.

No landlord wants to see a child harmed.

Eliminating lead is very expensive. We need the money to make it happen.

We need a large continuing annual allotment until all the lead is removed.

Again “No money, No bill”.

4. Lead testing in Water is unneeded

This is why the amended version of the bill only tests for water if a child has an elevated lead level.

When water is delivered to the property without lead and containing the correct corrosiveness factor then there is no issue.

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Previous notes on original bill. (most likely no longer needed).

SB247 Lead Law. Notes for Senate Health and Human Services Committee

02/21/2017 at 01:00 PM LOB Room 101

Nick Norman, Legislative Initiative Landlord Tenant Law, NickNorman@yahoo.com, 603-432-5549

Please vote Inexpedient to Legislate on SB247 Lead Law

Major areas of concern (full detail on entire bill further below)

1. The bill is very imbalanced and had very critical details withheld during important commission discussions of the bill. What was previously “negotiated” is no longer valid.

We have since found out that the so called “carrots” for the landlords either are already available in current law or likely not to happen or

have an extremely small benefit.

2. Present lead law is working.

NH has seen a 91% drop in BLL >=10ug/dl from 1999 through 2015

Data captured for the range of >=5 to <10ug 2013="" dl="" shows="" span="" starting="">

2013 1019 elevations

2014 795 elevations

2015 548 elevations

Clearly what we are doing is working.

3. Landlords on commission have always said “No money, No bill”.

All landlords want to eliminate lead from their properties.

No landlord wants to see a child harmed.

Eliminating lead is very expensive. We need the money to make it happen.

We need a large continuing annual allotment until all the lead is removed.

The $3 Million fund in this bill is said to be not likely to pass. The idea of a paint can fee is said to be “dead on arrival” (already tried in previous legislative sessions). That leaves a general fund allocation for only 2 years. Then we are back to “No money” but would have all of the new regulations and bureaucracy. Again “No money, No bill”.

4. Are DHHS costs accurately included in Fiscal note?

To implement these additional bureaucracies DHHS has estimated another 14 or more full time employees. The commission has asked the DHHS to give us those numbers for months yet they are still not added the fiscal note in the bill.

Based on lack of disclosure of the cost of the employees we would be concerned about the accuracy of the fiscal note.

5. Essential Maintenance Practices, EMP, is unneeded.

This is another bureaucracy with fiscal cost and not needed.

Vermont has run an Essential Maintenance Practices program for years. It only gets 20% compliance. Vermont has had a 75% drop in BLL 1999 to 2015. NH with out EMP has had a 91% drop in BLL 1999 to 2015.

6. Changing abatement action from 10 to 5 ug/dl is a drastic overreach that is unneeded and will cause huge financial ramifications in the rental market.

As stated above the present system is working well. BLL in the range of 5 to 10 ug/dl have dropped 46.2% in just the 2 years that this range has been tracked. NH has been reliably applying for and receiving HUD grants in the range of 9 million every 3 years. While these grants do have problems with too many “strings attached”, they are increasing the number of lead abated units. Plus landlords have been steadily replacing windows, doors, covering trim and much more. Unfortunately, every year many properties are lost to fire. However, when those are rebuilt they no longer have lead.

All in all there is a large amount that happens every year already that is dramatically reducing lead elevations in young children.

In 2015, 59 children measured >=10ug/dl while 548 measured >=5 to <10 dl.="" span="" ug="">

The commission also wants to increase screening rates from 16 to 85%.

Combining that and action level reduced to 5 ug/dl the amount of actionable

BLLs would likely change from 59 to (59+548)/16*85 = 3224. 3224/59 = 5,464% increase. Clearly that is an extreme overreach in regulation for a system that is already working.

Another point to consider is that if this provision passes every property built before 1978 that has not had the lead fully removed would loose value, some dramatically. It could be likely that banks would stop lending on older multi families. These properties would validly be entitled to a property tax abatement thereby reducing town budgets across the state.

7. Lead testing in Water is unneeded

When water is delivered to the property without lead and containing the correct corrosiveness factor then there is no issue.

It is clear that this section is putting a cost on to landlords to address a problem that does not exist.

8. State run RRP. Another bureaucracy that is unneeded.

Currently the EPA runs the RRP program. There is no need for the state to pick up the tab for running the RRP. Although the bill may have a clause to prevent the DHHS from tightening the existing federal rules it would provide another domain of rulemaking which could become very troublesome. In addition, we certainly don’t want the DHHS to have “one foot in the door” to then come back in later years to change the law to tighten those rules even further.

Additionally, the DHHS has shown that they are quite “fee happy”. The RRP program allows for a $37,500 fine per violation. A violation is not defined.

The history of the EPA has been to fine in a reasonable manner that fits the situation and resources of the property owner. The DHHS has been shown to be overzealous in ordering abatement onto property owners and we have no trust that giving DHHS administrative control of the RRP program will result in anything good for property owners.

Much more detail below.

Again the present system is working.

The bigger detail on the bill:

There could easily be major confusion regarding the lead bill, now SB247, released 2/9/17.

What was released is the original bill before the many amendments worked out in the last sessions of the lead commission. The lead commission attempted to have the office of legislative services, OLS, release the amended bill but OLS did not get to it in time and released the original bill.

Therefore, the amended bill was planned to be substituted at the first Senate committee hearing. The original bill is far worse for landlords. We have heard that the original bill may be left with the amendments not presented.

If the original bill is moving forward then landlords would be even more against the bill.

The comments below were based on the amended bill.

The bill has an enormous amount of sections and detail. To walk you through the bill we have divided the bill in to categories. In each category you will see the section numbers of the amended bill & original bill (for comparison) that relate to that category.

After much analysis, a short summary of the bill is that there is very little benefit to property owners and many provisions that will hurt landlords and the rental real estate industry.

Therefore, the landlord position on this bill is to kill the entire bill.

The lead commission has 2 more years so there is absolutely no rush to push through anything.

Note:

EMP = Essential Maintenance Practices

BLL= Blood Lead Level

This bill can be broken down into the following categories covered below:

Schools, Day Cares

Water Utility Companies identify & disclose lead, prevent lead in water

Sales disclosure relating to lead

BLL Testing, increase screening rates

Restrict DHHS "belief" authority to conduct investigations (which trigger lead abatement orders)

Notification of any positive blood lead level

$3Million fund to pay for lead remediation. (Remediation of Lead in Water and Rental Housing Fund.)

Essential Maintenance Practices

Change Whole Building Approach to Phased Approach >=10ug/dl

Change abatement action from 10 to 5 ug/dl

Lead testing in Water

Landlord & Tenant 540-A requirements & remedies

RRP Information - Building permit

State run RRP

Effective Dates

Schools, Day Cares

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 14

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 15

EMP is mandatory for child day care.

Original bill section 10, section 11

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 23

Original bill section 19

Schools have to address lead in drinking water.

This is not directly our area of concern. However, whatever comes about for schools and day cares will eventually be imposed upon landlords as children spend more time at home than anywhere else.

Schools should be held to the highest drinking standards. Won’t affect most schools since most were built after lead solder was banned and certainly after lead pipes were discontinued. Finally, lead in the environment is a societal issue, not one created by landlords. Schools are owned by society.

Water Utility Companies identify & disclose lead, prevent lead in water

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 24

Original bill section 20

Public Water Systems and Privately Owned Redistribution Systems

Even though this will largely assist landlords in getting good water delivered to the property it is a small benefit at a cost to the water companies.

Because the benefit is small and the other negatives of the bill are more severe we are against the entire bill.

In other words, make sure the water being delivered to our properties is good before we are required to remediate lead in water which might not be from our building but actually delivered to us with lead in the water already or leaching from distribution systems because the water it too corrosive.

However, the wording seems weak. Water systems have to make reasonable efforts but don’t have to excavate to prove anything. Still it is a good start.

Makes no sense to address the effect (water in the property) without addressing the cause (water delivered to the property). An easy source of lead to identify and a broadly distributed product that requires quality assurance.

There will be additional costs for compliance.

Sales disclosure relating to lead

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 22

Original bill section 18

Modifies the existing disclosures given on the sale of real estate to include more information about lead.

We have no issue with informing buyers about lead.

BLL Testing, increase screening rates

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 4

Original bill section 4

Move all NH municipalities to universal testing meaning all 1 & 2 years old children would be tested for lead. Screening rate in NH are exceptionally low in the range of 16% are tested now. The legislation creates a push to get the rate closer to 85%.

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 5

Another provision makes it so no child admitted to public school without having had a prior lead test. However, parents may choose to refuse to have the child tested.

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 16

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 17

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 18

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 19

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 20

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 21

Original bill section 12,13,14,15,16,17

Insurance must cover blood lead testing.

Historically landlords have stood aside on the issue of testing. Higher testing rate will increase the number of detected BLLs and consequently result in more lead abatement orders. However, it is smart for the child’s health to know if they are or are not having an issue with lead.

Restrict DHHS “belief” authority to conduct investigations (which trigger lead abatement orders)

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 3

Original bill section 2 Not addressed in original bill.

Because the benefit is small and the other negatives of the bill are more severe we are against the entire bill.

Common knowledge is that abatement orders are only triggered when a child measures at or higher than the action level (presently 10 ug/dl). What is not known is that present law says DHHS commissioner may to conduct investigations when there “is reason to believe” a lead hazard exists. The department has said

“several years ago we were contacted by EPA to visit a residential job site that where there were construction activities that we not being conducted with Lead Safe work practices. During the visit a very young child was identified in the mist of the construction debris. The child was observed licking the windows in the middle of all that construction dust and debris. The HHLPPP conducted an investigation and issued an Administrative Order of Lead Hazard Reduction. This is the only case that I have knowledge of in the history of the program.”

Regardless we don’t like that the law can give an option as drastic as an abatement order based on reason to believe.

An offer was made to change that portion to probable cause. Not a great change but at least something.

We would also like to see language to allow landlord to get info about what constituted the “probable cause” so the landlord could possibly challenge it if a challenge seems warranted.

Notification of any positive blood lead level

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 6

Not in original bill.

In present law we already get notices from 5 and above. This would give us something we have asked for over many years, notification at any positive level of a venous blood test.

However, the negatives of this bill far out weigh the tiny benefits. It is better to oppose the entire bill, kill it now and add back benefits in another version that has real benefits for landlords.

The sooner the lead hazard is remedied, the better it is for child not to be injured from the lead exposure.

From the Bill:

“…if a venous blood test demonstrates the presence of lead at a level less than 5 micrograms per deciliter is found in the child’s blood. Such notice to the property owner shall specify that it is neither a finding that a lead exposure hazard exists in the property nor is it an order for lead hazard reduction. Such notice shall include information about the health hazards of lead poisoning, state standards for identifying and eliminating lead hazards, and the federal Renovation, Repair and Painting Program, and Essential Maintenance Practices. It shall contain information about the lead exposure risks associated with not complying with lead-safe renovation, repair and painting practices as well as information about requirements that will come into effect in the event a child is documented with a venous blood level of 5 micrograms per deciliter or higher.”

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 7

Notification to the parent

From the bill

“…Such materials shall inform parents who are tenants to work with the property owner and advise against engaging in renovation, repair or painting activities themselves.”

$3Million fund to pay for lead remediation. (Remediation of Lead in Water and Rental Housing Fund.)

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 33

Original bill section 6, keeps original fund of existing law but adds “and other designated activities”.

Original bill Section 7 creates new remediation fund.

Original bill Section 28 make general fund allocation

Presently there is no state provided funding for lead remediation and the HUD grants administered by Manchester, Nashua & the state have strings attached that sometimes make the money unavailable .

The paint can fee previously talked about has been dropped because several contacts in legislature have said the paint can fee which has previously been charged is dead on arrival. It is not in original bill and also not in the amended bill.

The remediation fund would be established by a $3 Million allocation from the state general fund for the fiscal year ending 6/30/18 & next ending 6/30/19.

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 9

Not in original bill.

There is a proposal that this fund be administered using a simple voucher system that would effectively give landlords a flat price per window, per door etc. The target is reimbursing approximately 50% of average labor and materials. The reimbursement would be for landlords that voluntarily comply with Essential Maintenance Practices and are proactive at remediating lead hazards.

It would be available for property owners that voluntarily complied with the EMP program.

It would not be available for property owners who have a child with an elevated level or an enforcement action by DHHS.

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 11

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 12

Section 11 & 12 establish the fund

Original bill Section 8

We would want to have put into the statute that the fund could not be used for administrative or other uses outside of lead remediation. We would also want landlord input on creation of the rules. We would also want to see Non-profits restricted from its use because they already get grant funding.

Also use of this fund is tied to complying with EMP. The original plan was to have a paint can fee or other funding mechanism that would be on going. This proposal would only have money for 2 years and leave the landlords with the new EMP bureaucracy. The landlords on the commission have often said "No money no bill"

Essential Maintenance Practices

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 13

Original bill section 9

An EMP program has been active in Vermont for several years. There it is mandatory with a small release of liability incentive. It is said that only about 20% of property owners comply.

Vermont has had a 75% drop in BLL 1999 to 2015. NH with out EMP has had a 91% drop in BLL 1999 to 2015. Why do we need another bureaucracy when NH is doing far better than Vermont?

In the original meetings of the lead commission, EMP advocates were adamant that EMP would be mandatory but this final version has EMP voluntary unless a child had an elevated lead level.

II. There will be a training which presently is thought to be something simple on line with the idea that most everything in the EMP is already taught in the RRP.

The requirements are: (From the bill)

(a) Annual visual inspections of interior and exterior surfaces to be conducted by the

owner or his or her delegate to identify lead hazards.

(b) Safe repair of any lead hazards identified during annual inspection as soon as

practicable and no later than 60 days following annual inspection.

(d) Specialized cleaning at the time of tenant turnover, after any work that disturbs painted surfaces, and at least annually in interior common areas.

(e) The removal of visible paint chips from the ground of outdoor areas within 10 feet of the building, including outdoor porches and stairs, and from any play areas.

(f) Compliance with the federal Renovation, Repair and Painting Program in the event of renovation, repair or painting activities.

(g) Annual certification by the owner that essential maintenance practices have been implemented, with such certification to be notarized and retained for a minimum of 3 years.

(Current plan is the owner self certifies and holds the records).

III allows for owners to make a plan to come into compliance over time and still qualify for the use of remediation fund.

IV. Lead paint must not be left exposed.

Need to define what exposed means which would be something left to rule making.

It just says:

“IV. Exposed lead-based paint on any interior or exterior floor, including, but not limited to, stairs and porches and stairs, shall not be permitted.”

V. EMP mandatory for licensed child care facilities and properties where child measured >=5ug/dl BLL.

EMP shall not apply where a licensed lead inspector has certified that no lead-based paint is present.

VI EMP shall not be required for an owner occupied dwelling unit.

VII There are two incentives “carrots” for property owner that voluntarily comply with EMP:

1: some release of liability

“the owner shall not be liable for breach of warranty of habitability release to lead-based paint and shall also be entitled to a rebuttal presumption of having exercised due care relative to preventing lead hazard exposures, provided the property owner demonstrates having complied with essential maintenance practices during the time period relevant to a lead-based legal action.”

2: use of a new easy to use lead remediation fund to pay approximately 50% labor & materials for small to large project work.

While most of the requirements for the EMP is fairly minor, the covering of exposed lead paint on floors could be quite costly to landlords. Use of the fund to pay half would be helpful but still could cost a sizeable amount for some landlords and we don’t have any such requirements now. Additionally, the liability release is so weak it is almost useless.

This is yet another regulation and bureaucracy. It also establishes another duty of care that could be used to civilly sue a landlord. Of concern is that a visual inspection can be challenged. For instance, does the landlord have to move furniture to check baseboards? Some people rearrange furniture so a baseboard behind a couch or bed may become exposed.

Some are concerned that there is another area where " the department may adopt rules including but not limited to"… Will these rules be difficult and costly to comply with?

Change Whole Building Approach to Phased Approach >=10ug/dl

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 3

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 8

Original bill section 5 (left to rule making, later was defined in amended bill)

This changes the lead order process from the present abate entire building with abatement rules all at once method (whole building approach) to a method of abating the primary unit and units with children and pregnant women plus common areas accessible only to those units right away then the remainder at tenant turn over but no later than 5 years. (phased approach).

We originally negotiated this important benefit for landlords thinking we were getting a positive change but have learned and confirmed that in fact present law already allows for a variance process that can accommodate a “phased” approach with no time limit or other restrictions. This option is not in the law but rather in the rules.

It is better to have an advantage in law over having it only in rules. However, this “phased” approach in the law has limitations that are not in the present rules variance process.

To get the variance a property owner would need to make a definite plan, keep children safe, and make positive progress on the plan. The DHHS is already having some property owners using this phased method successfully.

Since we already have a variance process that is better than what is offered in this bill it does not make sense to accept more restriction with the version in this bill.

However, at some point we may want to attempt defining the variance phased approach into the law so that DHHS can not take it away in the rules.

Change abatement action from 10 to 5 ug/dl

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 2

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 10

Original bill, section 2, has no creative work plan approach. Rather full whole building lead abatement order immediately.

Landlords currently have no mandated requirements between 5 and 10 ug/dl. The amended bill would establish requirements but they would be very flexible.

In 2015 there were 59 children measuring >=10ug/dl. There were also 548 children measuring 5 to <10ug dl.="" span="">

If screening rates move from 16% (ballpark present rate) to 85% (desire goal of the lead commission) then the number of cases requiring some action in the 5 to 10 range could approximate 548/16*85=2911.

The total number of abatement orders could be increased from 59 per year to over 3200 per year. These extra orders are mostly in the range of 5 - 10 ug/dl and is a guilty with no chance of proving innocence sentence by DHHS. In this low range of 5 - 10 ug/dl it is much easier for the cause of the elevation to NOT be the property yet all units in the property could be forced to be abated at an enormous cost to the property owner with out any clear evidence that the property was actually the cause.

If the 3200 elevations were in 3 families and we take an average cost of $10,000/unit (a number often used in the lead world) then

3200 * 3 * $10,000 = $96 Million per year. The current HUD grants received by NH are not guaranteed to be continued and currently are about $9Million per 3 years. Obviously, the cost of the abatement would fall on the property owner and is clearly, untenable.

Originally, this was considered by landlords on the commission because it offered a creative approach to BLLs between 5 to 10 and we were going to get the $3Million annual fund and a big advantage with phased approach for case >=10 ug/dl.

This “deal” is falling through because word in the legislature is that we will not get the money and if we do it is only for 2 years and not annually,

the phased approach is giving us nothing because we already have a variance process better than that in present law.

Also there is a high fiscal note cost for DHHS to administrate the new provisions of this bill.

We feel it would be too costly for the state and too costly for landlords to go to 5.

As we said before “No money, No bill”.

This provision is explained below:

DHHS provides notice to parents that advises the importance of periodic blood lead level testing. If the parents are tenants of a rental property, the notice shall also include information about actions that the property owner is required to take, and about the importance of cooperating with such actions.

DHHS provides notice to property owners of the requirements in this section (5 – 10ug/dl).

The notice shall also contain information about the risks associated with not complying with lead safe practices.

Additionally, the property shall be subject to the essential maintenance practice requirements established in RSA 130-A:20 and associated rules.

Lead testing in Water

Original bill section 24

Landlords shall test for the presence of lead in drinking water prior to leasing a residential unit to a new tenant, or at any time a child tests positive for lead.

Amended bill Section 28

Landlords shall test for the presence of lead in drinking water no later than 365 days after the effective date of this section and at any time a child tests positive for lead.

Present law has no requirement for testing lead in water. There is a huge push across the nation for something to be done about testing for lead in the water because of “Flint, Michigan”.

Landlord core team is against this provision because as stated in the first section:

Make sure the water being delivered to our properties is good before we are required to remediate lead in water which might not be from our building but actually delivered to us with lead in the water already or leaching from distribution systems because the water it too corrosive.

Some background information:

DHHS has in 2016 been doing water testing during the abatement order process. They have conducted about 40 water tests. They say none of those have been above the EPA limit. In fact none of them have test above the detection limit.

It seems to us that this section is putting a cost on to landlords to address a problem that does not exist.

We understand that the state has a lab in the DES building that could do the test. How about having them do the water test at no charge for any landlord or tenant at no charge?

What’s in this section:

Landlords, under the bill, are required to test for lead in drinking water within one year of the bill passing, and at any time a child tests positive for lead. If lead is found to exceed EPA standards, the landlord shall notify the tenant and prospective tenants within 60 days of receiving the water test results, and take reasonable remediation steps. This can be installing a certified water filter on the kitchen sink. Using a water filtration pitcher may also be acceptable.

Landlords are against this section feeling that first efforts at lead in water should be with the companies supplying the water.

There is also planned to be the $3 Million remediation fund established that would give money at 50% labor and materials that could be used for lead remediation including lead in water for property owners voluntarily complying with EMP. The fund is planned to be simple to use with very little strings attached.

Landlord & Tenant 540-A requirements & remedies

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 25

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 26

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 27

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 29

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 30

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 31

Original bill section 21, 22, 23, 25, 26, 27

Unlike other prohibited practices, such as shutting off a utility where the improper action is clear and easily discernable, there is an evidentiary issue of proving that chipping, pealing or chalking paint contains lead, and what would have to be alleged in the petition to obtain an ex-parte or temporary order. How is a judge to know if there is lead? A person with training should do the testing, such as a building inspector or a DHHS employee, and not the tenant.

This section does award damages to a tenant for a willful violation by the landlord, but does not award a landlord damages for a willful violation by the tenant.

Section 29 Landlord must comply with lead law.

Well that is obviously already the case.

This could be used as weapon by tenant against the landlord when relationship with landlord is strained or tenant is behind in rent. Also could be used to set up a retaliatory eviction defense.

We recommend leaving this to a neutral third party like a building inspector using present systems.

Section 30 & 31

No damages, except for willful violation, if landlord not complying with lead law but landlord would still be subject to injunctive relief and failure to comply could result in contempt of court.

Damages for tenant’s willful violation not included.

Section 25 gives no real benefit because willful (knowingly) creation of lead hazard would have to be proved.

Additionally

We already have ability to seek court order to enter an apartment to perform maintenance using RSA 540-A:3 V & 540-A petitions.

Here is a summary of this category’s sections:

These provisions are not in present law.

The section numbers at the end of each paragraph are the section numbers in the bill.

These sections amend RSA 540, which contains the rules regarding evictions, and RSA 540-A, which is the Prohibited Practices Act. The sections increase both landlord and tenant responsibilities, and gives both the ability to seek a court order to enforce those responsibilities.

Landlords cannot willfully fail to comply with the applicable laws concerning lead. (Section 29)

Tenants will have to:

1. Comply with the reasonable written instructions of the landlord, the landlord’s agent or contractor, to prepare the unit for remediation of a lead hazard (also insect or rodent infestation) as long as the instructions are given to an adult member of household and the tenant has a reasonable time to prepare the unit, which has to be at least 72 hours. (Section 26)

2. The tenant cannot refuse to allow the landlord to enter the unit after 48 hours’ notice, to evaluate if a lead hazard exists, when the landlord has been notified by the tenant or a public health official of a potential hazard. (Section 27)

Although landlords and tenant will be able to seek a court order to enforce the above using RSA 540-A, which is the simple fill in the form petition to the court, neither will be able to seek the $1,000 fines that can be imposed for other violation of that statute, except when a landlord willfully violates a court order. In that situation the landlord is subject having to pay damages, costs and attorney fees. (Sections 30 and 31). However if a tenant willfully violates a court order, the tenant is not subject to damages, costs and attorney fees.

The bill also includes a provision that it will be grounds for an eviction, with a 7 days’ notice, for a willful creation of a lead hazard exposure, as defined in RSA 130-A:1, XVI, by the tenant, members of his household, or guests (Section 25).

A lead hazard exposure is defined in RSA 130-A:1, XVI as follows:

"Lead exposure hazard'' means:

(a) The presence of lead base substances on chewable, accessible, horizontal surfaces that protrude more than 1/2 inch and are located more than 6 inches but less than 4 feet from the floor or ground;

(b) Lead base substances which are peeling, chipping, chalking, or cracking or any paint located on an interior or exterior surface or fixture that is damaged or deteriorated and is likely to become accessible to a child;

(c) Lead base substances on interior or exterior surfaces that are subject to abrasion or friction or subject to damage by repeated impact; or

(d) Bare soil in play areas or the rest of the yard that contains lead in concentrations equal to or greater than 400 parts per million of lead in bare soil in children's play areas or 1,200 parts per million average for bare soil in the rest of the yard.

RRP Information - Building permit

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 32

Because the benefit is small and the other negatives of the bill are more severe we are against the entire bill. Some landlords are against anything that adds to the building permit process.

This will educate owner occupied residences as well. Children who live in single family homes are a significant percentage of the children who have been found to have high blood lead levels. In addition, RRP already exists. If everyone disturbing lead paint was using RRP we would have less lead hazards, less children with elevated BLLs and less lead orders.

Initial phase would only be handing out info on RRP to applicant.

In the second phase building permit would require a certification that RRP will be used if RRP would be required.

Please note that everyone disturbing lead paint who receives compensation (like receiving rents) should be already be using RRP methods.

Also please note that this does not require more building permits than what is presently required.

State run RRP

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 1

Original bill section 1

Presently the EPA runs the RRP program for the country and NH. 14 state in the country have decided to run their own RRP program.

In this provision NH DHHS would take over running the RRP including some rule making authority.

Notice that the bill addresses one of our concerns by limiting DHHS so they can not “tighten” the RRP rule but would allow DHHS to enforce it which includes certifications, fines and fees.

Landlords do not want to see another bureaucracy created and don’t want to give DHHS “one foot in the door” and have them come back in a few years and tighten the RRP rules. The RRP rules as administered by the EPA are quite reasonable and we don’t need to provide opportunity for the state to make them worse. As originally designed by the EPA a contractor with EPA certification can work in any state. With state taking over running the RRP these same contractors would have to acquire certification in each state. We have seen DHHS quite over zealous in applying their rules and are concerned to give them yet another domain to control.

Effective Dates

“170131 LeadBillAmendedByCommission ToReplaceOriginalBill.pdf” Section 33

Original bill section 29

Insurance coverage

I. Sections 16, 17, 18, and 20 shall take effect October 1, 2017 at 12:03 a.m.

Health Services Corporations, Health Maintenance Organizations coverage

II. Sections 19 and 21 shall take effect January 1, 2021 at 12:02 a.m.

III. The remainder of this act shall take effect 60 days after its passage.

This bill is so large and complicated that expecting everything to occur in 60 days is not going to happen. If the bill survives make it become effective on January 1, 2018.

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Bills Updated Status summary:

HB415, Establish an Income Tax, Reduce or Eliminate Other Taxes

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

SB78, Tax Records Confidential

Title: requiring audit records related to payment of business profits tax to be confidential.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: IN COMMITTEE

Senate Status: PASSED/ADOPTED

SB229, Eminent Domain Pipelines

Title: relative to appraisals of residential property, procedures in eminent domain proceedings, and expenditures from the energy efficiency fund.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: REPORT FILED:

Senate Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

HB150, Property and Casualty Insurance

Title: relative to property and casualty insurance.

Property Owner Position: You decide

General Status: SENATE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

Senate Status: REPORT FILED:

HB501, Access To Minutes Of Meetings Of Condominium Unit Owner's Associations

Title: relative to access to minutes of meetings of condominium unit owner's associations.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: SENATE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

Senate Status: REPORT FILED:

SB168, Increase Veterans Tax Credit from $500 to $1000

Title: relative to increasing the maximum amount of the optional veterans tax credit.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: IN COMMITTEE

Senate Status: PASSED/ADOPTED

SB80, Veterans Tax Credits

Title: (New Title) relative to implementation of the all veterans' tax credit, and relative to applications for recovery from the FRM victims' contribution recovery fund.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: IN COMMITTEE

Senate Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

HB215, Marijuana Study Commission

Title: establishing a commission to study the legalization, regulation, and taxation of marijuana.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: SENATE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED

Senate Status: IN COMMITTEE

SB53, Regulation of Appraisers

Title: relative to regulation of appraisal management companies by the real estate appraiser board.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: IN COMMITTEE

Senate Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

HB568, Taxability Of Lease Interests In Public Property

Title: relative to the taxability of lease interests in public property.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: SENATE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED

Senate Status: IN COMMITTEE

SB247, Lead Law

Title: preventing childhood lead poisoning from paint and water and making an appropriation to a special fund.

Property Owner Position: For As Amended By Senate

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: IN COMMITTEE

Senate Status: PASSED/ADOPTED

SB74, Economic Revitalization Zone Tax Credits

Title: relative to economic revitalization zone tax credits.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: IN COMMITTEE

Senate Status: PASSED/ADOPTED

SB185, Tax Relief Coastal Property

Title: extending the community revitalization tax relief program to coastal properties subject to storm surge, sea level rise, and extreme precipitation.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: IN COMMITTEE

Senate Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

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Full details on all bills above:

SB78, Tax Records Confidential

01/25/2017 at 09:00 AM SH Room 100

Title: Title: requiring audit records related to payment of business profits tax to be confidential.

Summary: This bill would require that all taxpayer records obtained by State

be kept confidential.

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

Subject: SB78

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0078.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

There is no reason why a business's tax records should be public. Please support this bill.

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SB229, Eminent Domain Pipelines

03/15/2017 at 01:30 PM LOB Room 304

Title: Title: relative to appraisals of residential property, procedures in eminent domain proceedings, and expenditures from the energy efficiency fund.

Summary: The legislative services analysis of the bill is an accurate summary of the

II. Allows certain owners of property subject to a permanent partial taking under eminent domain to require a pipeline company to take the entire tract of land.

III. Provides for the awarding of relocation, temporary housing, and legal expenses in gas pipeline eminent domain proceedings.

IV. Requires the site evaluation committee to file as an intervenor in Federal Energy Regulatory Commission proceedings involving siting of high pressure gas pipelines.

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H24

Email to Committee:

To: HouseScienceTechnologyandEnergy@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: SB229

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0229.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

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HB150, Property and Casualty Insurance

04/04/2017 at 01:00 PM SH Room 100

Title: Title: relative to property and casualty insurance.

Summary: This is a bill that amends the statute for property and casualty insurance. It seems to have little impact on us.

Property Owner Position: You decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S37

Email to Committee:

To: sam.cataldo@leg.state.nh.us; david.pierce@leg.state.nh.us;donna.soucy@leg.state.nh.us; represcott@represcott.com;jeb.bradley@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: HB150

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0150.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We're basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. Not sure we have the knowledge to take a position on the bill. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB501, Access To Minutes Of Meetings Of Condominium Unit Owner's Associations

04/04/2017 at 01:45 PM SH Room 100

Title: Title: relative to access to minutes of meetings of condominium unit owner's associations.

Summary: The bill would require all condo associations to take minutes of all meeting held, and make the minutes available within 15 days to any condo owner

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S37

Email to Committee:

To: sam.cataldo@leg.state.nh.us; david.pierce@leg.state.nh.us;donna.soucy@leg.state.nh.us; represcott@represcott.com;jeb.bradley@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: HB501

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0501.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Unfortunately there is no enforcement mechanism if the law is not followed. The condo association could ignore any request.

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SB168, Increase Veterans Tax Credit from $500 to $1000

04/11/2017 at 10:00 AM LOB Room 301

Title: Title: relative to increasing the maximum amount of the optional veterans tax credit.

Summary: The optional upper limit of the veterans tax credit would increase from

$500 to $1,000.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H18

Email to Committee:

http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/bill_status/billText.aspx?sy=2017&id=978&txtFormat=pdf&v=current

Subject: SB168

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0168.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

The analysis team has varying opinions on this bill.

This is a bill that aids veterans and a thank you for your service from all of us.

If SB80 passes there will be more Vets applying for tax credits. Doubling the amount will unfairly increase the burden on remaining tax payers.

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SB80, Veterans Tax Credits

04/11/2017 at 10:30 AM LOB Room 307

Title: Title: (New Title) relative to implementation of the all veterans' tax credit, and relative to applications for recovery from the FRM victims' contribution recovery fund.

Summary: The bill would give municipalities authority to phase out an older veteran's tax credit over three years and use the newer credit.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H43

Email to Committee:

To: HouseCommerceAndConsumerAffairs@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: SB80

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0080.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

This bill appears to be a house keeping bill, giving munipalites the ability

to change over the veteran's tax credits

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HB215, Marijuana Study Commission

04/11/2017 at 11:00 AM SH Room 100

Title: Title: establishing a commission to study the legalization, regulation, and taxation of marijuana.

Summary: Establish a commission to study the impact of legalization, regulation and taxation of marijuana without input from residential or commercial landlords.

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S10

Email to Committee:

To: bette.lasky@leg.state.nh.us; gldaniels@myfairpoint.net;david.pierce@leg.state.nh.us; sharon.carson@leg.state.nh.us;sam.cataldo@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: HB215

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0215.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Again many mixed thoughts on the analysis team which are included below.

It is inevitable marijuana will eventually become legal due to the way surrounding states treat this issue.

People already smoke it, its legal in ME and MA, why not develop some new tax revenue?

This is a gate way drug that we should not legalize. Make it a fine to be in possession of so much of it, de-criminalize it.

There are way too many people incarcerated for small marijuana related offenses

The only issue to landlords is the nuisance factor. Odor will go to other apartments. We need something to allow landlords to react to complaints. Could lead to new “sin tax” which could lower property tax.

Most of us are a least FOR studying the issue because it is obvious that it won’t go away so we might as well study it and hopefully come up with a reasonable plan for addressing it in NH and learning from other states that have gone before us.

We would like opportunity for landlord input on the commission.

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SB53, Regulation of Appraisers

04/11/2017 at 01:15 PM LOB Room 306

Title: Title: relative to regulation of appraisal management companies by the real estate appraiser board.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H07

Email to Committee:

To: HouseExecutiveDepartmentsandAdministration@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: SB53

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0053.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB568, Taxability Of Lease Interests In Public Property

04/12/2017 at 09:00 AM LOB Room 102

Title: Title: relative to the taxability of lease interests in public property.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S27

Email to Committee:

To: 0; dboutin1465@comcast.net; bette.lasky@leg.state.nh.us; nancy.stiles@leg.state.nh.us; molly.kelly@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: HB568

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0568.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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SB74, Economic Revitalization Zone Tax Credits

04/13/2017 at 01:00 PM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: relative to economic revitalization zone tax credits.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

To: HouseWays&MeansCommittee@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: SB74

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0074.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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SB185, Tax Relief Coastal Property

04/13/2017 at 02:00 PM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: extending the community revitalization tax relief program to coastal properties subject to storm surge, sea level rise, and extreme precipitation.

Summary: The legislative services analysis of the bill is an accurate summary of the

bill. It states (Via copy and paste) This bill allows municipalities to adopt a program for tax and other relief for coastal properties subject to storm surge, sea level rise, and extreme precipitation, under the community revitalization tax relief program.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

To: HouseWays&MeansCommittee@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: SB185

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0185.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

This is a bill where someone with more knowledge and understanding that we have should do the analysis.

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Next legislative update

BIG changes from HUD announced yesterday. New dust clearance levels as of 4/1/17

floors 10ug/ft2 (currently 40)

window sills 100ug/ft2 (currently 250)

window wells 100ug/ft2 (currently 400)

porch floors 40ug/ft2 (currently no standard as far as I know)

This will be nationwide, effective 4/1/17 and NHHFA has already announced that they will comply. I believe Nashua and Manchester will do the same - so will all section 8 and public housing- I don't think they will have a choice.

From Kate Kirkwood.

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Legislative Update, 2017 #14== SB247, Lead bill, passed the Senate. Many more bills have an updated status and are “crossing over"

2017-04-02T11:21:00.003-04:00

Howdee everyone,

Important Updates:

SB247, Lead Law

The Senate voted NOT to re-refer as the Senate Finance Committee recommended. Instead on a vote of 15 to 7 they voted to pass the amended bill.

This means the favorable version including the $3 million dollar lead remediation fund has survived. This is very good news and a bit of a surprise to get the money to assist landlords passed. Remember this version was extremely paired down and all tenant advocates, lead advocates and landlords said they would support the amended bill and also agreed to keep this version in place for the rest of this legislative cycle. So we need to support it in the house.

Now we expect the amended bill, called “as amended by the Senate”, to “cross over” and work its way through the House.

This version is attached so check it out. If you get this update directly from a source that does not forward attachments use these links. If you would like to get the update directly please contact us.

170316 SB247 AsAmendedBySenateWithLineNumbers.pdf

170316 SB247 AsAmendedBySenateWithoutLineNumbers.pdf

http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/bill_status/billText.aspx?sy=2017&id=978&txtFormat=html

Of particular note, Senator Jeb Bradley, jeb.bradley@leg.state.nh.us, has been very helpful to us moving along this amended bill to pass the Senate. It might be good to send him a thank you.

We are continuing to monitor the bill to be on guard for any detrimental changes. So stay tuned.

Separately, this is “crossover” time when Senate bills go to the House and House bills go to the Senate. Many bills have just crossed over.

Action items:

None required. Enjoy.

See more info in Summaries & Full Detail for each bill further below. (includes property owner position, contact info, Talking points, and more).

(to jump right to bill detail, use Control-F, Find).

Many of the bills have an updated status

See Bills Updated Status summary below

In particular note the status of bills where we have a position For or Against that bill.

Hearings this week:

04/04/2017 at 01:00 PM SH Room 100

HB150, Property and Casualty Insurance

Level of Response: You decide

Property Owner Position: You decide

04/04/2017 at 01:15 PM SH Room 100

HB305, Tenant Notice

Level of Response: Call, Email Legislators

Property Owner Position: For

04/04/2017 at 01:45 PM SH Room 100

HB501, Access To Minutes Of Meetings Of Condominium Unit Owner's Associations

Level of Response: Call, Email Legislators

Property Owner Position: For

04/04/2017 at 02:00 PM SH Room 100

HB502, Condo Financial Information Available To Unit Owners

Level of Response: Call, Email Legislators

Property Owner Position: For

04/05/2017 at 09:15 AM SH Room 100

HB386, Technical Corrections To The Education Tax Credit

Level of Response: You Decide

Property Owner Position: You Decide

04/05/2017 at 09:30 AM SH Room 100

HB531, Increase Minimum Gross Business Income Required For BPT

Level of Response: Call, Email Legislators

Property Owner Position: For

04/05/2017 at 10:00 AM SH Room 100

HB654, Regulation and Rooms & Meals tax for short term rentals

Level of Response: You Decide

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Hearings next week:

None scheduled so far

Further below is:

Bills Updated Status summary

Full details on all bills above

(Which includes property owner position, contact info, talking points, and more)

Love & Light,

Nick Norman

Director of Legislative Affairs

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Bills Updated Status summary:

HB415, Establish an Income Tax, Reduce or Eliminate Other Taxes

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

SB168, Increase Veterans Tax Credit from $500 to $1000

Title: relative to increasing the maximum amount of the optional veterans tax credit.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: SENATE

House Status: none

Senate Status: PASSED/ADOPTED

SB78, Tax Records Confidential

Title: requiring audit records related to payment of business profits tax to be confidential.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: SENATE

House Status: none

Senate Status: PASSED/ADOPTED

SB74, Economic Revitalization Zone Tax Credits

Title: relative to economic revitalization zone tax credits.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: SENATE

House Status: none

Senate Status: PASSED/ADOPTED

SB247, Lead Law

Title: preventing childhood lead poisoning from paint and water and making an appropriation to a special fund.

Property Owner Position: Against

General Status: SENATE

House Status: none

Senate Status: PASSED/ADOPTED

HB568, Taxability Of Lease Interests In Public Property

Title: relative to the taxability of lease interests in public property.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: SENATE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED

Senate Status: IN COMMITTEE

SB185, Tax Relief Coastal Property

Title: extending the community revitalization tax relief program to coastal properties subject to storm surge, sea level rise, and extreme precipitation.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: SENATE

House Status: none

Senate Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

SB69, Requiring Sex Offenders To Register On-Line Identifiers

Title: requiring registered sex offenders to report online identifiers.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: REPORT FILED:

Senate Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

HB150, Property and Casualty Insurance

Title: relative to property and casualty insurance.

Property Owner Position: You decide

General Status: SENATE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

Senate Status: IN COMMITTEE

HB305, Tenant Notice

Title: clarifying lessee liability for month-to-month leases.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: SENATE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED

Senate Status: IN COMMITTEE

HB501, Access To Minutes Of Meetings Of Condominium Unit Owner's Associations

Title: relative to access to minutes of meetings of condominium unit owner's associations.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: SENATE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

Senate Status: IN COMMITTEE

HB502, Condo Financial Information Available To Unit Owners

Title: relative to the availability of condominium financial information to unit owners.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: SENATE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

Senate Status: IN COMMITTEE

HB386, Technical Corrections To The Education Tax Credit

Title: relative to technical corrections to the education tax credit statute.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: SENATE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED

Senate Status: IN COMMITTEE

HB531, Increase Minimum Gross Business Income Required For BPT

Title: increasing the minimum gross business income required for filing a business profits tax return.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: SENATE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

Senate Status: IN COMMITTEE

HB654, Regulation and Rooms & Meals tax for short term rentals

Title: (New Title) establishing a committee to study the regulation and taxation of vacation rentals and short-term rentals.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: SENATE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED

Senate Status: IN COMMITTEE

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Full details on all bills above:

SB168, Increase Veterans Tax Credit from $500 to $1000

02/01/2017 at 09:30 AM LOB Room 102

Title: Title: relative to increasing the maximum amount of the optional veterans tax credit.

Summary: The optional upper limit of the veterans tax credit would increase from

$500 to $1,000.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S27

Email to Committee:

To: 0; dboutin1465@comcast.net; bette.lasky@leg.state.nh.us;nancy.stiles@leg.state.nh.us; molly.kelly@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: SB168

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0168.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

The analysis team has varying opinions on this bill.

This is a bill that aids veterans and a thank you for your service from all of us.

If SB80 passes there will be more Vets applying for tax credits. Doubling the amount will unfairly increase the burden on remaining tax payers.

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SB78, Tax Records Confidential

01/25/2017 at 09:00 AM SH Room 100

Title: Title: requiring audit records related to payment of business profits tax to be confidential.

Summary: This bill would require that all taxpayer records obtained by State

be kept confidential.

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S17

Email to Committee:

To: dboutin1465@comcast.net; 0; chuck.morse@leg.state.nh.us;andy.sanborn@leg.state.nh.us; dalas@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: SB78

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0078.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

There is no reason why a business's tax records should be public. Please support this bill.

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SB74, Economic Revitalization Zone Tax Credits

01/25/2017 at 09:20 AM SH Room 100

Title: Title: relative to economic revitalization zone tax credits.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S07

Email to Committee:

To: andrew.hosmer@leg.state.nh.us; jeanie.forrester@leg.state.nh.us; 0;chuck.morse@leg.state.nh.us; dalas@leg.state.nh.us; john.reagan111@gmail.com; ;

Subject: SB74

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0074.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB568, Taxability Of Lease Interests In Public Property

03/07/2017 at 11:00 AM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: relative to the taxability of lease interests in public property.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S27

Email to Committee:

To: 0; dboutin1465@comcast.net; bette.lasky@leg.state.nh.us;nancy.stiles@leg.state.nh.us; molly.kelly@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: HB568

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0568.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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SB185, Tax Relief Coastal Property

03/15/2017 at 09:15 AM SH Room 100

Title: Title: extending the community revitalization tax relief program to coastal properties subject to storm surge, sea level rise, and extreme precipitation.

Summary: The legislative services analysis of the bill is an accurate summary of the

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S17

Email to Committee:

To: dboutin1465@comcast.net; 0; chuck.morse@leg.state.nh.us;andy.sanborn@leg.state.nh.us; dalas@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: SB185

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0185.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

This is a bill where someone with more knowledge and understanding that we have should do the analysis.

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SB69, Requiring Sex Offenders To Register On-Line Identifiers

03/22/2017 at 01:30 PM LOB Room 204

Title: Title: requiring registered sex offenders to report online identifiers.

Summary: The bill would require sex offenders to register on-line identifiers such as email address, screen names and the like. This would include social media names.

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H26

Email to Committee:

To: HouseCriminalJusticeandPublicSafety@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: SB69

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0069.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

The Department of Safety has requested this bill to help track the offenders and protect children.

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HB150, Property and Casualty Insurance

04/04/2017 at 01:00 PM SH Room 100

Title: Title: relative to property and casualty insurance.

Summary: This is a bill that amends the statute for property and casualty insurance. It seems to have little impact on us.

Property Owner Position: You decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S37

Email to Committee:

To: sam.cataldo@leg.state.nh.us; david.pierce@leg.state.nh.us;donna.soucy@leg.state.nh.us; represcott@represcott.com;jeb.bradley@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: HB150

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0150.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We're basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. Not sure we have the knowledge to take a position on the bill. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB305, Tenant Notice

04/04/2017 at 01:15 PM SH Room 100

Title: Title: clarifying lessee liability for month-to-month leases.

Summary: Clarifies existing law regarding tenant notice and liability for month-to-month leases .

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S37

Email to Committee:

To: sam.cataldo@leg.state.nh.us; david.pierce@leg.state.nh.us;donna.soucy@leg.state.nh.us; represcott@represcott.com;jeb.bradley@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: HB305

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0305.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Simple clarification of what is present law and standard practice for many. It is related to a Supreme Court decision from 1935 (Duhaime).

The court found that tenants who pay by the month cannot pro rate rent on their own. They must pay a monthly rent as it becomes due during the 30 day period of the move out notice if the notice move out date does not coincide with the end of the payment period. The purpose of the bill is to make it clear to tenants exactly what their responsibility is. The way it’s written now is very vague.

For many landlords, especially ones that only have monthly rentals, when a tenant gives their notice to terminate lease in the middle of a monthly period, and they only make a partial last payment, that can easily cause the landlord to loose the remainder of the rent for the remaining partial monthly period.

For example, if the rent is monthly due on the first and tenant gives 30 day notice on March 15 ending April 14 that easily leaves April 15 - April 30unpaid because for monthly rentals it can be hard to find someone to move in at the middle of the month. This caused those landlords to loose a significant amount for every notice not received on the first.

Note, the tenant can cure this problem by giving the notice on or slightly before the beginning of the rental period. Why should the landlord pay because the tenant is not disciplined about giving proper notice?

Also, nothing in present law or this bill prevents a landlord and tenant from agreeing to prorate the final rent.

Fo David Cline: is their

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HB501, Access To Minutes Of Meetings Of Condominium Unit Owner's Associations

04/04/2017 at 01:45 PM SH Room 100

Title: Title: relative to access to minutes of meetings of condominium unit owner's associations.

Summary: The bill would require all condo associations to take minutes of all meeting held, and make the minutes available within 15 days to any condo owner

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S37

Email to Committee:

To: sam.cataldo@leg.state.nh.us; david.pierce@leg.state.nh.us;donna.soucy@leg.state.nh.us; represcott@represcott.com;jeb.bradley@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: HB501

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0501.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Unfortunately there is no enforcement mechanism if the law is not followed. The condo association could ignore any request.

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HB502, Condo Financial Information Available To Unit Owners

04/04/2017 at 02:00 PM SH Room 100

Title: Title: relative to the availability of condominium financial information to unit owners.

Summary: Financial Information shall be provided within 15 days of request and 30 days prior to annual meeting. Unit owners shall have access to P&L salaries etc.

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S37

Email to Committee:

To: sam.cataldo@leg.state.nh.us; david.pierce@leg.state.nh.us;donna.soucy@leg.state.nh.us; represcott@represcott.com;jeb.bradley@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: HB502

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0502.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Unfortunately there is no enforcement mechanism if the law is not followed. The condo association could ignore any request.

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HB386, Technical Corrections To The Education Tax Credit

04/05/2017 at 09:15 AM SH Room 100

Title: Title: relative to technical corrections to the education tax credit statute.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S17

Email to Committee:

To: dboutin1465@comcast.net; 0; chuck.morse@leg.state.nh.us;andy.sanborn@leg.state.nh.us; dalas@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: HB386

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0386.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB531, Increase Minimum Gross Business Income Required For BPT

04/05/2017 at 09:30 AM SH Room 100

Title: Title: increasing the minimum gross business income required for filing a business profits tax return.

Summary: The bill would increase to $100,000 from $50,000 as the amount of gross income a business earns before the business has to file a business profits tax return.

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S17

Email to Committee:

To: dboutin1465@comcast.net; 0; chuck.morse@leg.state.nh.us;andy.sanborn@leg.state.nh.us; dalas@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: HB531

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0531.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Currently, if a business has $50,000 of gross income, such as total rents exceed that amount, not taking into account any expenses, the business must file a business tax return. For a small start up business, who most likely will need to retain an accountant to prepare the return, this could be a very burdensome expense. Raising the threshhold to $100,000, would give very small businesses a better chance to succeed.

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HB654, Regulation and Rooms & Meals tax for short term rentals

04/05/2017 at 10:00 AM SH Room 100

Title: Title: (New Title) establishing a committee to study the regulation and taxation of vacation rentals and short-term rentals.

Summary: This is a detailed bill that would first stop municipalities from prohibiting short term rentals, but would allow the short term rentals to be subject building and similar codes, and would set up a system to allow entities that handle short term rentals to pay the rooms and meals tax on behalf of the property owner.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S17

Email to Committee:

To: dboutin1465@comcast.net; 0; chuck.morse@leg.state.nh.us;andy.sanborn@leg.state.nh.us; dalas@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: HB654

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0654.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Note the rooms and meals tax is already a requirement to be paid under present law and this bill does not change that fact.

The following description is listed in the bill purpose.

“Internet platforms are enabling more Americans to earn extra income from their homes and investment properties through short-term and vacation rentals. At the same time, American travelers and family vacationers are saving money by renting fully-furnished homes instead of hotel rooms. The growth of this new market is encountering resistance from many governments, in the form of zoning restrictions and prohibitions that prevent homeowners from using their residences for short-term rentals. In 2016, Arizona enacted breakthrough legislation that enables short-term rentals while increasing tax revenue and preserving limited local regulation. The Arizona law stops local governments from prohibiting short-term rentals, while allowing local enforcement of regulations on parking and public safety. This law also makes taxes more efficient by allowing online platforms to collect and pay taxes at the state level, relieving homeowners of the need to file individually.”

The bill would allow the use of rooms in a home for short term rentals, and would subject the room or other lodging to be up to housing standards. Taxing the rooms would help level the playing field for hotels, as they have to charge the tax and are at a price disadvantage with the short term renters, as well as put more funds in the state treasury. It also specifically allows on line platforms that handle short term room rentals to handle the rooms and meals tax which is supposed to be paid under existing law.

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Legislative Update, 2017 #13== Update on SB247, Lead bill. A few more bills decided or have an updated status.

2017-03-25T12:15:00.002-04:00

Howdee everyone,

Important Updates:

SB247, Lead Law

The Senate Finance Committee voted 4-2 to “Re-refer” SB 247. The vote was along party lines with Republicans (Daniels, Morse, Reagan, and Giuda) supporting re-referral while Democrats (Feltes and D’Allesandro) opposed the motion.

Generally, some of the Senators argued that landlords should know that properties they are acquiring may contain lead. If so, they need to negotiate a lower purchase price to offset the lead abatement costs and have some repairs rolled into the mortgage. They argued that state taxpayers should not have to pay for lead abatement costs since the risk is known prior to the acquisition. This was their main argument to re-refer the bill rather than kill it since they understood the intent had merit.

Some of the senators have the impression that lead is not a big deal, simply replace a few windows and a little trim and you're done. I left the meeting with a discouraged feeling of how ill informed our legislators are who then make large sweeping decisions that drastically affect our businesses and lives.

Procedurally, if the re-referral committee recommendation is adopted by the entire Senate, it would mean that the bill would be sent back to the Senate Finance Committee for the remainder of 2017. In early 2018, the Senate Finance Committee would have to vote again to send the bill back to the floor. At that time, the Committee could vote to pass, amend, kill, or re-refer the bill once again. It is a common motion. It is important to remember that the entire Senate needs to vote on the committee report. If they approve the motion, the bill will stay in the Finance committee. If the re-refer motion fails, another motion can be made. There were several Senators who felt that, based upon last week’s 17-6 vote in favor of the bill, that there could be sufficient support to overturn the committee recommendation.

It is planned that SB247 will come to the Senate floor this week. There is expected to be an effort to "flip" the decision of the committee which means to vote down the recommendation of "Re-refer" and vote "Ought to pass" instead.

Consider:

1. If SB247 is "Re-refer"ed it will go back to Senate Finance and there it will likely sit for a long time, perhaps until November.

meaning no money but also no regulation changes (Universal testing, notification at >3ug/dl, water utility companies, schools & day car addressing water, having to comply with lead law, sales disclosure change, testing of rental property drinking water is limited to when a child tests positive and DHHS pays for the test, additional reporting of DHHS to be able to better project effect of universal testing etc)

2. If SB247 is "flipped" and voted Ought to pass it will move on through the legislative process meaning we have a chance at getting the money but also the regulation changes.

3. Since this bill has now been negotiated down to something we can live with then whether the bill survives with the negotiated regulation or the bill is severely delayed or it actually dies and the lead law stays the same for another year, we are actually ok either way.

4. We are continuing to monitor the bill to be on guard for any detrimental changes.

Action items:

1. None required. However, if you would like to educate your senators please feel free to do so. Some points to mention:

A. increased regulation requiring buyers to negotiate down a purchase price is like the government “moving the goal post” and taking away a significant part of our property value.

B. the fund in the bill is a critical part of the bill that assists in providing balance to offset the cost of significantly more abatement orders caused by the increased universal testing.

Remember the full Senate will likely vote on SB247 this Wednesday or Thursday.

Stay tuned.

See more info in Summaries & Full Detail for each bill further below. (includes property owner position, contact info, Talking points, and more).

(to jump right to bill detail, use Control-F, Find).

Many of the bills have an updated status

See Bills Updated Status summary below

In particular note the status of bills where we have a position For or Against that bill.

This time we have listed all the bills that have died, been laid on the table or retained in committee.

Hearings this week:

03/28/2017 at 09:00 AM SH Room 100

HB614, Forfeiture Of Personal Property

Level of Response: You Decide

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Hearings next week:

None scheduled so far

Further below is:

Bills Updated Status summary

Full details on all bills above

(Which includes property owner position, contact info, talking points, and more)

Love & Light,

Nick Norman

Director of Legislative Affairs

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Bills Updated Status summary:

HB415, Establish an Income Tax, Reduce or Eliminate Other Taxes

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

SB78, Tax Records Confidential

Title: requiring audit records related to payment of business profits tax to be confidential.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: SENATE

House Status: none

Senate Status: REPORT FILED:

HB614, Forfeiture Of Personal Property

Title: relative to forfeiture of personal property.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: SENATE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED

Senate Status: IN COMMITTEE

SB247, Lead Law

Title: preventing childhood lead poisoning from paint and water and making an appropriation to a special fund.

Property Owner Position: Against

General Status: SENATE

House Status: none

Senate Status: REPORT FILED:

HB654, Regulation and Rooms & Meals tax for short term rentals

Title: (New Title) establishing a committee to study the regulation and taxation of vacation rentals and short-term rentals.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED

Senate Status: none

HB386, Technical Corrections To The Education Tax Credit

Title: relative to technical corrections to the education tax credit statute.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED

Senate Status: none

HB568, Taxability Of Lease Interests In Public Property

Title: relative to the taxability of lease interests in public property.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED

Senate Status: none

SB185, Tax Relief Coastal Property

Title: extending the community revitalization tax relief program to coastal properties subject to storm surge, sea level rise, and extreme precipitation.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: SENATE

House Status: none

Senate Status: REPORT FILED: ==============================================

Full details on all bills above:

SB78, Tax Records Confidential

01/25/2017 at 09:00 AM SH Room 100

Title: Title: requiring audit records related to payment of business profits tax to be confidential.

Summary: This bill would require that all taxpayer records obtained by State

be kept confidential.

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S17

Email to Committee:

To: dboutin1465@comcast.net; 0; chuck.morse@leg.state.nh.us;andy.sanborn@leg.state.nh.us; dalas@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: SB78

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0078.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

There is no reason why a business's tax records should be public. Please support this bill.

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HB614, Forfeiture Of Personal Property

03/28/2017 at 09:00 AM SH Room 100

Title: Title: relative to forfeiture of personal property.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S10

Email to Committee:

To: bette.lasky@leg.state.nh.us; gldaniels@myfairpoint.net;david.pierce@leg.state.nh.us; sharon.carson@leg.state.nh.us;sam.cataldo@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: HB614

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0614.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB654, Regulation and Rooms & Meals tax for short term rentals

03/07/2017 at 12:00 AM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: (New Title) establishing a committee to study the regulation and taxation of vacation rentals and short-term rentals.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB654

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0654.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Note the rooms and meals tax is already a requirement to be paid under present law and this bill does not change that fact.

The following description is listed in the bill purpose.

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HB386, Technical Corrections To The Education Tax Credit

03/07/2017 at 10:30 AM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: relative to technical corrections to the education tax credit statute.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB386

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0386.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB568, Taxability Of Lease Interests In Public Property

03/07/2017 at 11:00 AM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: relative to the taxability of lease interests in public property.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

Gary.Daniels@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: HB568

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0568.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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SB185, Tax Relief Coastal Property

03/15/2017 at 09:15 AM SH Room 100

Title: Title: extending the community revitalization tax relief program to coastal properties subject to storm surge, sea level rise, and extreme precipitation.

Summary: The legislative services analysis of the bill is an accurate summary of the

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S17

Email to Committee:

To: dboutin1465@comcast.net; 0; chuck.morse@leg.state.nh.us;andy.sanborn@leg.state.nh.us; dalas@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: SB185

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0185.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

This is a bill where someone with more knowledge and understanding that we have should do the analysis.

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==Legislative Update, 2017 #12== Immediate Action Item

2017-03-18T11:52:00.001-04:00

Immediate Action Item

Contact Senate Finance committee NOW on SB247, Lead bill. Contact information provided below.

Update on amended Lead bill, more bills decided or have an updated status.

Howdee everyone,

Important Updates:

SB247, Lead Law

Everything is moving fast now that we are nearing the end of the first half of the legislative cycle. So quick response is needed!!

The very favorable & large amendment to SB247 Lead Law bill mentioned last update has now been voted and approved by the full Senate on a vote of 17 to 6. This is very good news.

The next milestone is for the bill to be approved by the Senate Finance committee. It is actually one of THE moments we have been concerned about all along. The $3 million per year for 2 years remediation fund is critical for landlords to use to assist remediating our rental properties.

You might imagine that asking the state for an additional $6 million dollars in our tight budget climate would be difficult to get approved.

The Senate Finance committee will be making their decision this Tuesday 3/21/17. It is extremely important that everyone, right now, this weekendemail the Senate Finance committee and ask them to approve the appropriation for the Remediation Of Lead In Water And Rental Housing Fund in SB247.

Action items now, (by midday Monday 3/20/17):

0. Realize something:

This is a critical moment. We need you desperately only a very few times a year to make a huge positive impact on landlord/tenant law. This is one.

We need you to write NOW. Tuesday is TOO LATE.

You can really make a positive difference.

1. Review Example Email/Letter Format Talking Points below.

2. Contact the Senate Finance committee and ask them to vote for the amended bill SB247 with the full appropriation for the Remediation of Lead in Water and Rental Housing Fund.

Senate Finance committee links

Gary Daniels (R) Chairman, 603-271-4980John Reagan (R) V Chairman, 603-271-4063Bob Giuda (R), 603-271-3074 (note phone number is wrong on the website)Chuck Morse (R) , 603-271-8472Lou D'Allesandro (D) , 603-271-2117Dan Feltes (D) , 603-271-3067

Emails (note you can likely copy all emails at the same time and just paste them in the To field of your email):

john.reagan111@gmail.com

bob.giuda@leg.state.nh.us

chuck.morse@leg.state.nh.us

Lou.DAlas@leg.state.nh.us

Dan.Feltes@leg.state.nh.us

Would you like to be involved in a more active role during year 2 and 3 of the commission to help shape the future of lead paint law in NH?

Please contact me. We could use your help to review new changes as they are worked on by the Lead Commission.

See more info in Summaries & Full Detail for each bill further below. (includes property owner position, contact info, Talking points, and more).

(to jump right to bill detail, use Control-F, Find).

Many of the bills have an updated status

See Bills Updated Status summary below

In particular note the status of bills where we have a position For or Against that bill.

This time we have listed all the bills that have died, been laid on the table or retained in committee.

Hearings this week:

03/22/2017 at 09:00 AM SH Room 100

HB574, Increase CDFA Contribution Limit

Level of Response: You decide

Property Owner Position: You decide

03/22/2017 at 09:30 AM LOB Room 102

HB172, Enabling Counties to borrow against anticipated taxes

Level of Response: You Decide

Property Owner Position: You Decide

03/22/2017 at 09:30 AM SH Room 100

HB316, Statewide Property Tax Exemption For Commercial And Industrial Construction

Level of Response: Call, Email Legislators

Property Owner Position: For

03/22/2017 at 01:30 PM LOB Room 204

SB69, Requiring Sex Offenders To Register On-Line Identifiers

Level of Response: Call, Email Legislators

Property Owner Position: For

Hearings next week:

None scheduled so far

Further below is:

Bills Updated Status summary

Full details on all bills above

(Which includes property owner position, contact info, talking points, and more)

Love & Light,

Nick Norman

Director of Legislative Affairs

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Example Email/Letter Format and Talking Points

Start subject line of your email with

“(from ‘yourtown’ resident) vote to pass SB247 Lead Law as amended by the Senate including the appropriation of the Remediation of Lead in Water and Rental Housing Fund”

In the body of the email identify yourself. At the very beginning urge them how to vote.

Use your own words to say that:

All landlords want to eliminate lead from their properties.

No landlord wants to see a child harmed.

Eliminating lead is very expensive. We need the money to make it happen.

Presently there is no state provided funding for lead remediation and the HUD grants administered by Manchester, Nashua & the state have strings attached that sometimes makes the money unavailable.

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Bills Updated Status summary:

INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE, Non-Concurred, etc

(Bills that have “died”)

HB129, Repealing the Education Tax Credit

HB78, Increase penalties for violating property and casualty laws

HB292, Jury Trial For The Execution Of A Tax Lien

HB181, Maintenance Of Private Roads Abutting Residential Properties

HB297, Repealing The Education Tax Credit

HB109, Exempting Building Plans & Construction Drawings From Right To Know Law

HB359, Returning A Percentage Of The LCHIP Fee

HB434, Increase eviction small claims to $3000

HB415, Establish an Income Tax, Reduce or Eliminate Other Taxes

HB440, Repeal Interest & Dividends Tax

HB385, Requires Foreclosure Notice Certified Mail Receipt Requested

HB566, Repealing The Community Revitalization Tax Relief Incentive

HB534, Reporting Of Meals And Rooms Tax Revenue By The Department Of Revenue

HB644, Extending Interest and Dividends tax to Include Capital Gains

HB623, Abandonment Of Animals In A Foreclosure

HB411, Change Date Of Property Tax Calcuation

HB503, Notice of Re-Assessment

HB637, Exempt BET if no BPT

HB581, Business Profits Tax Credit for Media Companies.

HB539, Distribution Of Meals And Rooms Tax Occupancy Revenues

HB655, Local Option Sales Tax

HB567, Repealing The Exemption For Water And Air Pollution Control Facilities From Local Property Taxation

SB186, Establish Commission To See If Stormwater Utility Fees Can Be Tax Deductible

SB208, Property Tax Refund For Childcare

Laid on the table

(Bills that are “paused”)

HB279, Smoking on private & commercial property

HB138, Protection to Debtor in Small Claims

HB419, RE Leased for Public Charter School

HB615, Reduce BPT and BET

HB478, Gender Identity Discrimination

SB168, Increase Veterans Tax Credit from $500 to $1000

SB94, Bonding $25 Million to finance affordable housing

Retained in Committee

(Bills that are also “paused”, perhaps committee is studying it, not sure what will happen here)

HB92, Update Building Code to 2015 Standards

HB80, Building Code Enforcement

HB168, Adopt the 2015 Life Safety Code and Uniform Fire Code

HB324, Valuation Of Utility Property

"HB529, Phase Out The Interest &

Dividends Tax"

HB565, Collection Of Delinquent Property Tax Manufactured Home Owners

HB399, Pesticide Use Where Children Play

HB592, Repealing The Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative

Bill status (changed since last update):

HB292, Jury Trial For The Execution Of A Tax Lien

Title: relative to a jury trial for the execution of a tax lien.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

HB181, Maintenance Of Private Roads Abutting Residential Properties

Title: relative to the maintenance of private roads abutting residential properties.

Property Owner Position: For, if modified.

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

HB434, Increase eviction small claims to $3000

Title: relative to damages in landlord-tenant actions.

Property Owner Position: Against

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

HB415, Establish an Income Tax, Reduce or Eliminate Other Taxes

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

HB385, Requires Foreclosure Notice Certified Mail Receipt Requested

Title: relative to notice for foreclosures.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

HB534, Reporting Of Meals And Rooms Tax Revenue By The Department Of Revenue

Title: relative to reporting of meals and rooms tax revenue by the department of revenue administration.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

HB411, Change Date Of Property Tax Calcuation

Title: relative to calculation of collection dates for local property taxes.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

HB503, Notice of Re-Assessment

Title: relative to notice to property owners regarding changes in assessments of property values for tax purposes.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

HB637, Exempt BET if no BPT

Title: relative to the threshold for filing a business enterprise tax return.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

HB581, Business Profits Tax Credit for Media Companies.

Title: establishing a credit against business profits taxes for media production expenditures in New Hampshire.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

HB539, Distribution Of Meals And Rooms Tax Occupancy Revenues

Title: relative to the distribution of occupancy revenues under the meals and rooms tax to towns and cities.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

HB655, Local Option Sales Tax

Title: establishing a local option sales tax to reduce property taxes.

Property Owner Position: Against

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

HB567, Repealing The Exemption For Water And Air Pollution Control Facilities From Local Property Taxation

Title: repealing the exemption for water and air pollution control facilities from local property taxation.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

SB208, Property Tax Refund For Childcare

Title: establishing a working families property tax refund program.

Property Owner Position: Against

General Status: SENATE

House Status: none

Senate Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

HB279, Smoking on private & commercial property

Title: relative to smoking on private property.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: LAID ON TABLE

Senate Status: none

HB138, Protection to Debtor in Small Claims

Title: relative to persons held in civil contempt.

Property Owner Position: Against

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: LAID ON TABLE

Senate Status: none

HB419, RE Leased for Public Charter School

Title: relative to real estate leased for a public charter school.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: LAID ON TABLE

Senate Status: none

HB615, Reduce BPT and BET

Title: reducing the rates of the business profits tax and the business enterprise tax

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: LAID ON TABLE

Senate Status: none

HB478, Gender Identity Discrimination

Title: prohibiting discrimination based on gender identity.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: LAID ON TABLE

Senate Status: none

SB94, Bonding $25 Million to finance affordable housing

Title: making a capital appropriation for affordable housing.

Property Owner Position: You decide

General Status: SENATE

House Status: none

Senate Status: LAID ON TABLE

HB85, Allow Replacement of AFCI

Title: (New Title) relative to installation requirements for arc-fault circuit interrupters.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: SENATE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

Senate Status: IN COMMITTEE

HB305, Tenant Notice

Title: clarifying lessee liability for month-to-month leases.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: SENATE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED

Senate Status: IN COMMITTEE

SB74, Economic Revitalization Zone Tax Credits

Title: relative to economic revitalization zone tax credits.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: SENATE

House Status: none

Senate Status: REPORT FILED:

HB501, Access To Minutes Of Meetings Of Condominium Unit Owner's Associations

Title: relative to access to minutes of meetings of condominium unit owner's associations.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: SENATE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

Senate Status: IN COMMITTEE

HB502, Condo Financial Information Available To Unit Owners

Title: relative to the availability of condominium financial information to unit owners.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: SENATE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

Senate Status: IN COMMITTEE

HB215, Marijuana Study Commission

Title: establishing a commission to study the legalization, regulation, and taxation of marijuana.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: SENATE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED

Senate Status: IN COMMITTEE

HB614, Forfeiture Of Personal Property

Title: relative to forfeiture of personal property.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: SENATE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED

Senate Status: IN COMMITTEE

SB53, Regulation of Appraisers

Title: relative to regulation of appraisal management companies by the real estate appraiser board.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: IN COMMITTEE

Senate Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

SB1, Reduce BPT

Title: reducing the rate of the business profits tax.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: SENATE

House Status: none

Senate Status: REREFERRED

HB654, Regulation and Rooms & Meals tax for short term rentals

Title: (New Title) establishing a committee to study the regulation and taxation of vacation rentals and short-term rentals.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: REPORT FILED:

Senate Status: none

HB386, Technical Corrections To The Education Tax Credit

Title: relative to technical corrections to the education tax credit statute.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: REPORT FILED:

Senate Status: none

HB568, Taxability Of Lease Interests In Public Property

Title: relative to the taxability of lease interests in public property.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: REPORT FILED:

Senate Status: none

HB574, Increase CDFA Contribution Limit

Title: increasing the limit on contributions to the community development finance authority for which an investment tax credit may be taken.

Property Owner Position: You decide

General Status: SENATE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

Senate Status: IN COMMITTEE

HB172, Enabling Counties to borrow against anticipated taxes

Title: relative to tax anticipation notes in counties.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: SENATE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED

Senate Status: IN COMMITTEE

HB316, Statewide Property Tax Exemption For Commercial And Industrial Construction

Title: relative to a statewide property tax exemption for commercial and industrial construction.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: SENATE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED

Senate Status: IN COMMITTEE

SB69, Requiring Sex Offenders To Register On-Line Identifiers

Title: requiring registered sex offenders to report online identifiers.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: IN COMMITTEE

Senate Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

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Full details on all bills above with a changed status:

HB292, Jury Trial For The Execution Of A Tax Lien

01/17/2017 at 10:30 AM LOB Room 208

Title: Title: relative to a jury trial for the execution of a tax lien.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H10

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB292

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0292.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB181, Maintenance Of Private Roads Abutting Residential Properties

01/17/2017 at 01:00 PM LOB Room 201

Title: Title: relative to the maintenance of private roads abutting residential properties.

Summary: The bill requires the owner of property that abuts a private road that is used as access to that property to maintain the road, including repairs and snow removal. The bill also allocates the responsibility of maintenance of the road, if there is more than one property abutting the road, and enforcement procedures if the property owner does not properly maintain the road.

Property Owner Position: For, if modified.

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H20

Email to Committee:

To: HousePublicWorksandHighways@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: HB181

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0181.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Common sense bill for those in lake front communities and the like. Many times only a few owners take responsibility for road maintenance while the rest use for free.

On the other hand there is no provision in the bill to address situations where perhaps some one owns a "3 season camp" that they do not use at all in the winter. Should that owner all of a sudden be forced to pay for road work and snow removal when the property is not used all winter long.

Perhaps there should be some kind of proration based on months occupied and/or in proportion to the benefit received by each such property.

Should there be an exemption for the case of one property owner and a private road.

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HB434, Increase eviction small claims to $3000

01/24/2017 at 10:00 AM LOB Room 208

Title: Title: relative to damages in landlord-tenant actions.

Summary: This bill would increase the amount of damages a landlord could seek in an eviction action to $3,000 or 3 times the monthly rent, whichever is lower and allow for subsequent claims for additional amounts. The tenants would still have the right to counterclaim for any amount of damages. However, in any action where either the claim or the counter claim exceeds $1,500, either party can request a jury trial, and the action would be moved to Superior Court.

Property Owner Position: Against

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H10

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB434

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0434.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

In 2016 a very similar bill, HB1196, sought to allow landlords to ask for a judgment of up to $5,000 in an eviction action. This year, HB434, increases the amount to $3000. Although on first glance it may seem like a good idea we have large concerns.

On a technical point the bill should address Circuit court not District court.

If a landlord seeks damages in excess of $1,500 and a tenant could request a jury trial. Also, the tenant could counter claim for more than $1500 and could request a jury trial. The eviction action would then be moved to Superior Court, which always hears criminal cases first, and can languish there for months. Therefore, the eviction is severely delayed and more expensive to process. There is also no provision for the tenant to pay rent pending a jury trial. As well it could be the case that the Superior court would only hear the damages claim and then remand (send back) the possessory action to Circuit (District) Court causing even more delays.

When a damages issue is claimed by the landlord, a counter claim must be decided either before or simultaneously with the eviction action. If the award of the tenant’s counterclaim is greater than the award of the landlord’s claim, the eviction is denied and the landlord is ordered to pay the tenant and still have the tenant in his or her building.

The bill does not have any limit nor does current law, on the amount a tenant can claim against the landlord in a counterclaim in the eviction action. (The upper limit of the amount claimed in a counterclaim most likely will be the maximum amount allowed in civil suits in Circuit Courts).

All legal attorney presentations that we have attended all say, that for the above reasons, it is better to not seek damages in an eviction case. The non-legalese recommendation is to "not check the box" (on the LT-Writ) and file small claims as a separate case. This is because if the landlord does not ask for a monetary judgment, the tenant cannot file a counterclaim.

Toward the end of the bill, the statement "District courts also shall have original and exclusive jurisdiction over landlord-tenant cases under RSA 540 in which the damages claimed do not exceed $3,000, provided that nothing shall preclude a party from requesting a jury trial as provided in RSA 502-A:15 in those cases in which the damages claimed exceed $1,500." is troublesome because Circuit (District) court does not do jury trials. Jury trials are held in Superior court. So "original and exclusive" is not possible.

A major part of the issue is not with the RSAs but rather with the NH Constitution. Article 20 of the NH Constitution which provides that the parties have a right to a jury trial if the amount exceeds $1500. A constitional amendment is needed to raise the limit. Note that in 1960 the amount was raised from $100 to $500, in 1988 the amount was raised from $500 to $1,500.

While the intent is good, we feel this bill could be somewhat of a trap to unwary landlords because it would lead them to "check the box" and invite a large set of delays and expense on to the landlord.

It is a better practice to run a small claims action separate from the eviciton action.

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HB385, Requires Foreclosure Notice Certified Mail Receipt Requested

01/31/2017 at 01:15 PM LOB Room 302

Title: Title: relative to notice for foreclosures.

Summary: This bill would require that a mortgagee send notice of foreclosure to the mortgagor registered or certified mail return receipt required.

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H43

Email to Committee:

To: HouseCommerceAndConsumerAffairs@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: HB385

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0385.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

The idea is to make sure that the mortgagor has actual knowledge, as much as it possible, of the foreclosure proceedings. This would provide the mortgagee at least the opportunity to try to avoid the foreclosure.

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HB534, Reporting Of Meals And Rooms Tax Revenue By The Department Of Revenue

02/01/2017 at 09:30 AM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: relative to reporting of meals and rooms tax revenue by the department of revenue administration.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB534

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0534.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB411, Change Date Of Property Tax Calcuation

02/07/2017 at 10:20 AM LOB Room 301

Title: Title: relative to calculation of collection dates for local property taxes.

Summary: Currently you get an estimated tax bill for the first half of the year and the

actual bill is calculated for the second half of the year. This proposed bill eliminates the estimated tax bill and makes your payments equal for both tax bills. To do this they will value your property on April 1 prior to the current year.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H18

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB411

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0411.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

For most people this will not affect them. The situations where it will affect someone: If your house burns down or is demolished on April 2, 2017 you will still be paying taxes on the house in 2018. If you add or put a new structure on your house/land on April 2, 2017, you will not have to pay taxes on it till 2019. New construction will get a nice tax benifit at the expense of all the other taxpayers.

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HB503, Notice of Re-Assessment

02/07/2017 at 11:00 AM LOB Room 301

Title: Title: relative to notice to property owners regarding changes in assessments of property values for tax purposes.

Summary: Gives notice to property owners of reassessment and how it will affect their taxes before implementing the new tax.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H18

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB503

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0503.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

The analysis team has some different thoughts on this one. Most are for it. One raises and objection.

For:

The notice required by the bill would give an owner of property being reappraised both a chance to try and change the valuation before it was implimented if the owner felt it was wrong, and also a chance to plan for increased taxes before those taxes became due and payable. This would even be helpful to single family homeowners who may want to increase tax escrow payments, or savings to pay the taxes.

Most towns already do this. Make it mandatory for all towns

Against:

There is benefit to the notice, but how much? And what cost will it be to create all these notices on a more regular basis. This seems like a good thing that the town or city website can handle at a very low cost compared to sending out tons of letters and paying someone to do it.

Modification requested:

Should include some time limit. (perhaps 30 days prior)

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HB637, Exempt BET if no BPT

02/07/2017 at 02:00 PM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: relative to the threshold for filing a business enterprise tax return.

Summary: This bill would eliminate the requirement of having to file a Business

Enterprise tax return if the business does not have to file a Business Profits tax return. Generally, the business has to have gross receipt of over $200,000 or a business value base of over $100,000 before the business has to file a return

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB637

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0637.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

The bill helps the small businesses who most likely would save on either time or the cost of an accountant in preparing returns that may not be needed. The fiscal note indicates the cost to the state treasury would be around 2 million. At the same time, however, it would reduce some labor costs the state incurs in processing those returns.

This would positively affect many property owners who file BET based on gross receipts, but do not file BPT because of the safe harbor or compensation allowed for BPT. This would favor smaller property owners over larger ones.

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HB581, Business Profits Tax Credit for Media Companies.

02/07/2017 at 02:30 PM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: establishing a credit against business profits taxes for media production expenditures in New Hampshire.

Summary: Tax credits for production companies doing business in the state.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB581

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0581.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Doesn't seem to affect property owners so we have not analyzed this bill. We have included it only because there are so many bills affecting taxes this year.

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HB539, Distribution Of Meals And Rooms Tax Occupancy Revenues

02/08/2017 at 10:30 AM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: relative to the distribution of occupancy revenues under the meals and rooms tax to towns and cities.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB539

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0539.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB655, Local Option Sales Tax

02/08/2017 at 11:00 AM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: establishing a local option sales tax to reduce property taxes.

Summary: This bill would establish a local sales tax on tangible personal property.

It is a comprehensive bill setting up a new tax system in the state. The bill would allow communities to establish their own tax rate.

Property Owner Position: Against

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB655

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0655.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

New Hampshire does not have a sales tax which has helped retailers throughout the state, and employ many people who rent or purchase residences in the state. This bill would be giving up an advantage the retailers have over competitors in abutting states. Further, with each community setting up its own rate, it is questionable who would want to give up such an advantage to neighboring communities, and how would consumers react to not knowing what they will have to pay in sales tax if they shop in different cities or towns.

The bill would require more bureaucracy (Expensive) and back door ways to establish a statewide sales tax.

While this would seem to be a good thing for property owners, especially in towns and cities with lots of shopping options, and especially in towns and cities on the state lines, where out of state residents would start paying sales tax, would 1.5% even cover the administration costs. It would be way too easy to increase every year.

Since there is no net change in the local taxes, it would not be a net difference for that locality.

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HB567, Repealing The Exemption For Water And Air Pollution Control Facilities From Local Property Taxation

02/28/2017 at 10:00 AM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: repealing the exemption for water and air pollution control facilities from local property taxation.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB567

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0567.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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SB208, Property Tax Refund For Childcare

02/22/2017 at 09:00 AM SH Room 100

Title: Title: establishing a working families property tax refund program.

Summary: The legislative services analysis of the bill is an accurate summary of the

bill. It states (Via copy and paste)This bill establishes a working families property tax refund program for a portion of state

education property taxes paid by taxpayers who claimed the federal child and dependent care tax credit pursuant to Internal Revenue Code Section 21. The refunds are paid from the education trust fund.

Property Owner Position: Against

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S17

Email to Committee:

To: dboutin1465@comcast.net; 0; chuck.morse@leg.state.nh.us;andy.sanborn@leg.state.nh.us; dalas@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: SB208

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0208.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

The bill only applies to people who own a home and are eligible for federal and dependant care tax credit. It would reduce their property taxes, which means the expendure have to be offset somewhere else. This would be by either reducing money paid to schools from the education trust fund (already tight) or increasing taxes for everyone else. Further, it does not provide any help to people who rent or live with relatives who also receive the federal credit. With rents partially paying the taxes that go into the education fund, renters would be disproportionally taxed. Appears to create a new bureaucracy.

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HB279, Smoking on private & commercial property

01/11/2017 at 01:15 PM LOB Room 302

Title: Title: relative to smoking on private property.

Summary: This bill would amend the indoor smoking act by allowing smoking in privately owned vehicles, whether or not used for private purposes,

allowing for banning smoking in privately owned premises where the person in charge has banned smoking.

The bill would also delete the blanket ban on smoking in grocery stores, cocktail lounges and restaurants. Seemingly, it would leave it up to the person in charge to decide if any of these privately owned facilities would ban smoking.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H43

Email to Committee:

To: HouseCommerceAndConsumerAffairs@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: HB279

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0279.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

You decide on this one.

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HB138, Protection to Debtor in Small Claims

01/18/2017 at 02:00 PM LOB Room 208

Title: Title: relative to persons held in civil contempt.

Summary: Here is the entire bill "Notwithstanding any other provision of law, no court may incarcerate any citizen of this state and the United States for civil contempt without there first being a finding of fact that the person has the liquid assets to satisfy the contempt without borrowing money or incurring financial penalties to access financial instruments. In addition, no person shall be required to sell a principal residence or sole motor vehicle to satisfy a finding of civil contempt."

Property Owner Position: Against

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H10

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB138

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0138.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

The trouble here is that the bill would make small claims much less effective if people can not be arrested for not paying their court ordered debt. I have personally witnessed court hearings where people all of a sudden came up with money when they were faced with being taken away to jail.

In New Hampshire certain assets of a debtor are exempt from attachment or execution. In regard to a home occupied and owned by a debtor, a debtor has a homestead exemption under RSA 480. The amount of the exemption is $120,000 per person. A married couple has a $240,000 combined homestead exemption. This amount is the person’s equity in the building, which includes owner occupied mobile homes used as dwellings. Although the homestead exemption exists, it does not protect a debtor from having the house sold by execution under RSA 529:25(a). If the debtor or his or her spouse properly makes a homestead claim, the proceeds of the sale of the house at execution goes to the debtor up to the amount of the exemption. Claims have to be made within one year of the sale of the property.

The debtor also has the same one year to redeem the home by paying the purchase price, reasonable costs of ownership such as insurance, taxes, and interest. RSA 529:26.

New Hampshire debtors also have exemptions for personal property. Under 511:2(XVI), $4,000 of debtor’s equity in an automobile is exempt from attachment and execution. This is the fair market value of the automobile less the outstanding car loan. For a number of reasons, cars are difficult to attach and sell to satisfy a judgement. A few of the reasons are: most people do not have $4,000 of equity in their cars. Either the value of the car is less than that amount, or the difference between the value of the car and the outstanding balance of the loan is less than the $4,000; clearing title to a car sold pursuant to an execution is difficult; and sheriffs are reluctant go out and take possession of a car as it is mobile.

This leads to another troubling part of the bill which is that with the protection this bill offers a person who has their money tied up in a home (<$120,000 equity if single, <$240,000 if married) and a car could boldy disregard paying their debts because the protection of this bill would mean they would not loose their car or home and they can not be put in jail so they effectively could not be forced to pay.

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HB419, RE Leased for Public Charter School

02/07/2017 at 10:40 AM LOB Room 301

Title: Title: relative to real estate leased for a public charter school.

Summary: The bill would have municipalites reimburse public charter schools for

taxes they paid as part of rent, if they rent from a private owner who

pays taxes on the rented property to the city or town

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H18

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB419

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0419.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

appears to give charter schools the same tax exemption as other schools

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HB615, Reduce BPT and BET

02/07/2017 at 01:00 PM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: reducing the rates of the business profits tax and the business enterprise tax

Summary: The bill would reduce the rate of the business profits tax from 7.5 to 6%

over three years. It would change the business enterprise tax from .5% to .4% over the same three years

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

http://gencourt.state.nh.us/bill_status/billtext.aspx?sy=2017&txtFormat=amend&id=2017-0795S

Subject: HB615

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0615.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Methodology shows an overall decrease in funding to the state. Lowering the tax could help the economy by encouraging businesses to come into the state.

The bill does not replace revenue and we don’t know what that means for impact on state programs.

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HB478, Gender Identity Discrimination

02/21/2017 at 01:15 PM LOB Room 305-307

Title: Title: prohibiting discrimination based on gender identity.

Summary: This bill would make gender identity a protected class, not subject to discrimination. Gender identity is defined in the bill as: "a person's gender-related identity, appearance or behavior,whether or not that gender-related identity, appearance or behavior is different from that traditionally associated with the person's physiology or assigned sex at birth" The prohibitions in the bill would apply to housing!

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H09

Email to Committee:

To: HHSEA@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: HB478

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0478.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Is there sufficient discrimination occuring against people with gender identity to warrant the passage of the bill? How often is the discrimination occuring? Further, this open up another basis for tenants to make claims against us as landlords, or if they have been denied an apartment.

Most feel it is of no concern to landlords.

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SB94, Bonding $25 Million to finance affordable housing

02/22/2017 at 03:00 PM SH Room 100

Title: Title: making a capital appropriation for affordable housing.

Summary: The bill would bond $25,000,000 to be deposited into the affordable

housing fund established by RSA 204-C: 56 to 62 adminstered by the NH Housing Finance Authority. The fund can use the money to facilitate the purchase and rehabilitation or the construction of low and moderate housing. Grants are permitted also. Affordable housing cannot cost tenants in rent and utilities more than 30% of a persons low or moderate income.

Property Owner Position: You decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S02http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S02

Email to Committee:

To: dboutin1465@comcast.net; gldaniels@myfairpoint.net;jeanie.forrester@leg.state.nh.us; dalas@leg.state.nh.us;molly.kelly@leg.state.nh.us; ; ;

Subject: SB94

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0094.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

The bill would bond $25,000,000 to be deposited into the affordable housing fund established by RSA 204-C: 56 to 62 administered by the NH Housing Finance Authority. The fund can use the money to facilitate the purchase and rehabilitation or the construction of low and moderate housing. Grants are permitted also. Affordable housing cannot cost tenants in rent and utilities more than 30% of a persons low or moderate income.

This bill will pull funds from many sources, even though it is bonded. One of these sources will be lead paint remediation funds.

Note only $13M total has been appropriated since the 1980s.

Does it makes sense to jump to such a high number at this point in time. Shouldn’t we consider a more graduated approach instead of instantly jumping to $25 Million?

If you want affordable, housing change zoning laws so you build 5-10 small houses on a 1 acre lot.

With construction cost running at $150.00 or so per square foot, private industry cannot build low and moderate income housing. The only way such housing can be built, or rehabilitated is with government assistance. This would help increase the stock of "affordable housing" which is needed for many people who are generally paid on an hourly basis, or are receiving government assistance. Some of the funds could be available to remove lead from buildings as part of rehabilitating a building. There are requirements to receive funds, either by grant or loan. Also, the enabling statute does give the NH Housing Finance Authority discretion over the disbursement of the funds. One of our concerns is that it will take a sophisticated investor/developer to obtain the funds, and it takes away from the small investors being able to obtain funds to remove lead. Also, all taxpayers in the state will have to fund the interest and principal payments on the bonds.

On a different perspective, this is a very good thing for property owners involved in affordable housing development. For those not involved, it means new competition. For the state of NH, it would seem to be an overall good thing as in certain areas of the state, there is a lack of quality affordable housing and this is not good as business look to grow.

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HB85, Allow Replacement of AFCI

01/18/2017 at 11:15 AM LOB Room 306

Title: Title: (New Title) relative to installation requirements for arc-fault circuit interrupters.

Summary: The bill would allow "after repeated tripping of an AFCI device and

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S06

Email to Committee:

To: sharon.carson@leg.state.nh.us; Jeff.Woodburn@leg.state.nh.us;sam.cataldo@leg.state.nh.us; donna.soucy@leg.state.nh.us;john.reagan111@gmail.com; ;

Subject: HB85

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0085.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

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HB305, Tenant Notice

01/19/2017 at 02:00 PM LOB Room 208

Title: Title: clarifying lessee liability for month-to-month leases.

Summary: Clarifies existing law regarding tenant notice and liability for month-to-month leases .

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S37

Email to Committee:

To: sam.cataldo@leg.state.nh.us; david.pierce@leg.state.nh.us;donna.soucy@leg.state.nh.us; represcott@represcott.com;jeb.bradley@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: HB305

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0305.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Simple clarification of what is present law and standard practice for many. It is related to a Supreme Court decision from 1935 (Duhaime).

Also, nothing in present law or this bill prevents a landlord and tenant from agreeing to prorate the final rent.

Fo David Cline: is their

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SB74, Economic Revitalization Zone Tax Credits

01/25/2017 at 09:20 AM SH Room 100

Title: Title: relative to economic revitalization zone tax credits.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S07

Email to Committee:

To: andrew.hosmer@leg.state.nh.us; jeanie.forrester@leg.state.nh.us; 0;chuck.morse@leg.state.nh.us; dalas@leg.state.nh.us; john.reagan111@gmail.com; ;

Subject: SB74

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0074.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB501, Access To Minutes Of Meetings Of Condominium Unit Owner's Associations

01/31/2017 at 10:15 AM LOB Room 302

Title: Title: relative to access to minutes of meetings of condominium unit owner's associations.

Summary: The bill would require all condo associations to take minutes of all meeting held, and make the minutes available within 15 days to any condo owner

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S37

Email to Committee:

To: sam.cataldo@leg.state.nh.us; david.pierce@leg.state.nh.us;donna.soucy@leg.state.nh.us; represcott@represcott.com;jeb.bradley@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: HB501

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0501.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Unfortunately there is no enforcement mechanism if the law is not followed. The condo association could ignore any request.

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HB502, Condo Financial Information Available To Unit Owners

01/31/2017 at 10:45 AM LOB Room 302

Title: Title: relative to the availability of condominium financial information to unit owners.

Summary: Financial Information shall be provided within 15 days of request and 30 days prior to annual meeting. Unit owners shall have access to P&L salaries etc.

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S37

Email to Committee:

To: sam.cataldo@leg.state.nh.us; david.pierce@leg.state.nh.us;donna.soucy@leg.state.nh.us; represcott@represcott.com; jeb.bradley@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: HB502

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0502.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Unfortunately there is no enforcement mechanism if the law is not followed. The condo association could ignore any request.

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HB215, Marijuana Study Commission

02/01/2017 at 10:00 AM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: establishing a commission to study the legalization, regulation, and taxation of marijuana.

Summary: Establish a commission to study the impact of legalization, regulation and taxation of marijuana without input from residential or commercial landlords.

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S10

Email to Committee:

To: bette.lasky@leg.state.nh.us; gldaniels@myfairpoint.net;david.pierce@leg.state.nh.us; sharon.carson@leg.state.nh.us;sam.cataldo@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: HB215

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0215.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Again many mixed thoughts on the analysis team which are included below.

It is inevitable marijuana will eventually become legal due to the way surrounding states treat this issue.

People already smoke it, its legal in ME and MA, why not develop some new tax revenue?

This is a gate way drug that we should not legalize. Make it a fine to be in possession of so much of it, de-criminalize it.

There are way too many people incarcerated for small marijuana related offenses

We would like opportunity for landlord input on the commission.

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HB614, Forfeiture Of Personal Property

02/01/2017 at 01:30 PM LOB Room 208

Title: Title: relative to forfeiture of personal property.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S10

Email to Committee:

To: bette.lasky@leg.state.nh.us; gldaniels@myfairpoint.net; david.pierce@leg.state.nh.us; sharon.carson@leg.state.nh.us; sam.cataldo@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: HB614

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0614.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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SB53, Regulation of Appraisers

02/15/2017 at 09:00 AM LOB Room 101

Title: Title: relative to regulation of appraisal management companies by the real estate appraiser board.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H07

Email to Committee:

To: HouseExecutiveDepartmentsandAdministration@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: SB53

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0053.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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SB1, Reduce BPT

02/22/2017 at 09:35 AM SH Room 100

Title: Title: reducing the rate of the business profits tax.

Summary: This bill is similar to other bills we have reviewed this year. It would gradually reduce the Business Profits Tax rate over the next four years

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S17

Email to Committee:

To: dboutin1465@comcast.net; 0; chuck.morse@leg.state.nh.us; andy.sanborn@leg.state.nh.us; dalas@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: SB1

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0001.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We all want our taxes reduced, and it would make New Hampshire more attractive to businesses contemplating moving here. Also consider that this does not replace revenue. What does that mean in impact for other state programs?

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HB654, Regulation and Rooms & Meals tax for short term rentals

03/07/2017 at 12:00 AM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: (New Title) establishing a committee to study the regulation and taxation of vacation rentals and short-term rentals.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

To: HouseWays&MeansCommittee@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: HB654

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0654.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Note the rooms and meals tax is already a requirement to be paid under present law and this bill does not change that fact.

The following description is listed in the bill purpose.

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HB386, Technical Corrections To The Education Tax Credit

03/07/2017 at 10:30 AM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: relative to technical corrections to the education tax credit statute.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

To: HouseWays&MeansCommittee@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: HB386

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0386.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB568, Taxability Of Lease Interests In Public Property

03/07/2017 at 11:00 AM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: relative to the taxability of lease interests in public property.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

To: HouseWays&MeansCommittee@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: HB568

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0568.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB574, Increase CDFA Contribution Limit

03/22/2017 at 09:00 AM SH Room 100

Title: Title: increasing the limit on contributions to the community development finance authority for which an investment tax credit may be taken.

Summary: Doubles the contribution limit for the CDFA tax credit from $5M to $10M. This would decrease state revenue by 75% of the additional $5M.

Property Owner Position: You decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S17

Email to Committee:

To: dboutin1465@comcast.net; 0; chuck.morse@leg.state.nh.us; andy.sanborn@leg.state.nh.us; dalas@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: HB574

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0574.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

This bill would raise the limit on tax credits for certain state taxes from Five Million Dollars to Ten Million Dollars for contributions to the NH Community Development Authority. (75% of the contribution can be used as a credit). The Authority distributes funds to Community Development Corporations for their operating costs, provide technical assistance, and help with projects that can reasonably be expected to help with the development or redevelopment of targeted geographic areas.

The increased limit only helps taxpayers with high incomes, including corporations. It allows these taxpayers to contribute to the Community Development Authorithy instead of paying taxes into the general fund. Then appointed officials determine how the funds are distributed rather than the elected members of the NH Legislature. This could put an additional burden on the legislature to replace the funds lost due to the higher credit, which could mean an increase in our taxes. Futher, RSA 162-L is not that clear on how the funds should be used.

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HB172, Enabling Counties to borrow against anticipated taxes

03/22/2017 at 09:30 AM LOB Room 102

Title: Title: relative to tax anticipation notes in counties.

Summary: This bill would give counties the authority to borrow against anticipated taxes for current expenses. We don't see any direct impact on residential landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S27

Email to Committee:

To: 0; dboutin1465@comcast.net; bette.lasky@leg.state.nh.us; nancy.stiles@leg.state.nh.us; molly.kelly@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: HB172

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0172.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We're basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. Not sure we have the knowledge to take a position on the bill. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB316, Statewide Property Tax Exemption For Commercial And Industrial Construction

03/22/2017 at 09:30 AM SH Room 100

Title: Title: relative to a statewide property tax exemption for commercial and industrial construction.

Summary: The bill would empower municipalities to grant property tax exemptions during the construction of industial, commercial or retail developments.

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S17

Email to Committee:

To: dboutin1465@comcast.net; 0; chuck.morse@leg.state.nh.us; andy.sanborn@leg.state.nh.us; dalas@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: HB316

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0316.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

The bill is clearly to encourage development of real estate that would

increase the municipalities tax base in the future, as well as provide jobs.

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SB69, Requiring Sex Offenders To Register On-Line Identifiers

03/22/2017 at 01:30 PM LOB Room 204

Title: Title: requiring registered sex offenders to report online identifiers.

Summary: The bill would require sex offenders to register on-line identifiers such as email address, screen names and the like. This would include social media names.

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H26

Email to Committee:

To: HouseCriminalJusticeandPublicSafety@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: SB69

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0069.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

The Department of Safety has requested this bill to help track the offenders and protect children.

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=Legislative Update, 2017 #11== Major amendment on the Lead bill! Contact Senators NOW. Many bills decided or have an updated status

2017-03-13T00:24:00.000-04:00

Howdee everyone,

Important Updates:

SB247, Lead Law, Major decisions.

There has been a very favorable & large amendment to SB247 Lead Law bill approved by the Senate Health & Human Services committee. It is explained below and is attached as well. If you are receiving this from a source that does not forward attachments you can get the amendment at:

The amendment is expected to be presented and voted on by the full Senate on this Thursday 3/16/17.

Action items now, (by Tuesday 3/14/17):

1. Review the notes on the amendment below.

2. Review Example Email/letter Format below.

3. Contact your Senator or even better the entire Senate and ask them to vote for the amended bill (amendment # 2017-0795s)

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To find both your Senator goto

http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/members/wml.aspx

This can also be found by going to

http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/

& clicking “Find Your Representatives”

To write to all of the Senate use:

Senators@Leg.state.nh.us

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Explaining the SB247 Lead Law amendment

Last week we said

“Friday 3/3/17 morning we had the meeting with Senators Jeb Bradley and Dan Feltes plus many stake holders including many landlords. The meeting was very long but worthwhile ending in a good out come. We are monitoring these changes to make sure the agreement ends up in actual bill amended language. Stay tuned.”

The language did turn out to capture the agreement for this amendment.

One major concept that was adopted is a confirmation of the need for more money to landlords to help with remediation. This resulted in a creative legislative idea such that increased regulations that add significant cost to landlords would be tied to the money and accomplish our stand for “No Money, No Bill”. Specifically, if the money is not approved then neither are the increased regulations. There will even be a clause that says those provisions that are tied to the money will sunset (not be active) if the money is not reapproved.

Lastly, stake holders including landlords will have voice in the rule making process to define how the money is administrated.

An agreement was also made that both sides would support these changes and both sides would not attempt to “bring something back” as the bill goes through the remaining legislative process.

Here are the changes:

Listed by Original Bill Sections

1 State running RRP Removed.

2 Move action level from 10 to 5ug/dl Removed. However, Senator Bradley asked the Lead Commission to give a recommendation for this section by end of 2017. In the meantime, there will be more reporting of data required from DHHS to help us more accurately forecast the financial effect of lowering the action level.

Also we get something for which we have been asking a long time: Landlords and parents would get notification (just notification, not abatement) at 3 ug/dl and above.

3 Universal Testing Stays in bill and is tied to future funding.

4 Testing before entering school Stays in bill and is tied to future funding.

5 Phased approach 10ug/dl Removed.

6 (Existing) Lead Poisoned Fund Removed.

7, 8, 28 (New) $3Million Remediation Fund Stays in bill with some amendments including profit and non-profit can use money.

Increase what fund will pay from 50% to 75% labor & material and provide for a loan loss reserve function to help provide for financing. Up to 100% allowed in hardship cases. Money can be used by proactive landlords and properties under order.

9 EMP Essential Maintenance Practices Removed.

10, 11 EMP Child Day Care licensing Stays but EMP part removed.

12 – 17 Insurance must cover lead testing Stays not linked to money

18 Sales disclosure Stays not linked to money.

19 – 20 Test drinking water in schools Stays not linked to money.

21, 22, 23, 25, 26, 27 landlord tenant requirements & remedies. Removed for now, commission to work on it and bring back if desired.

24 Test apartment drinking water Stays but water testing only required if child tests positive for lead and then DHHS shall test water. If water test result is high then landlord may install filter on one kitchen faucet for drinking water as total remediation. Remediation fund can pay for filter and replacement cartridges.

Bldg permit/RRP information Removed for now. Commission can put in next time.

This was a very major change in our favor and we need to now support the amended bill.

Please also remember that the Lead Commission has two more years to continue studying and making recommendations for future legislation.

Would you like to be involved in a more active role during year 2 and 3 of the commission to help shape the future of lead paint law in NH?

Please contact me. We could use your help to review new changes as they are worked on by the Lead Commission.

We are following another two bills. See Full detail below if you are interested.

HB574, Increase CDFA Contribution Limit

Title: increasing the limit on contributions to the community development finance authority for which an investment tax credit may be taken.

Property Owner Position: You decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

Senate Status: none

SB94, Bonding $25 Million to finance affordable housing

Title: making a capital appropriation for affordable housing.

Property Owner Position: You decide

General Status: SENATE

House Status: none

Senate Status: LAID ON TABLE

See more info in Summaries & Full Detail for each bill further below. (includes property owner position, contact info, Talking points, and more).

(to jump right to bill detail, use Control-F, Find).

Many of the bills have an updated status

See Bills Updated Status summary below

In particular not the status bills where we have a position For or Against that bill.

Hearings this week:

03/15/2017 at 09:15 AM LOB Room 102

HB117, Tax exemption to assist elderly or disability

Level of Response: Call, Email Legislators

Property Owner Position: For

03/15/2017 at 09:15 AM SH Room 100

SB185, Tax Relief Coastal Property

Level of Response: You Decide

Property Owner Position: You Decide

03/15/2017 at 09:45 AM SH Room 100

HB489, Commission To Study The Tax Structure Of The State

Level of Response: You Decide

Property Owner Position: You Decide

03/15/2017 at 01:30 PM LOB Room 304

SB229, Eminent Domain Pipelines

Level of Response: Call, Email Legislators

Property Owner Position: For

Hearings next week:

03/22/2017 at 01:30 PM LOB Room 204

SB69, Requiring Sex Offenders To Register On-Line Identifiers

Level of Response: Call, Email Legislators

Property Owner Position: For

Further below is:

Bills Updated Status summary

Full details on all bills above

(Which includes property owner position, contact info, talking points, and more)

Love & Light,

Nick Norman

Director of Legislative Affairs

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Example Email/Letter Format

1^st priority write to your Senator for the town where you live.

Start subject line of your email with

“(from ‘yourtown’ resident) vote to pass SB247 Lead Law as amended by amendment # 2017-0795s”

In the body of the email identify yourself. At the very beginning urge them how to vote. Then if you like and have time go into more details about your position on the bill.

(You can simply say that the amendment was arrived at by a meeting with Senate Health & Human Services committee and the stake holders involved including landlords and represents a much more balanced approach than the original bill. In addition, the amendment calls for more monitoring & reporting by DHHS that will allow us to more intelligently map the impact of future legislative proposals.)

It is also way better to call them directly.

2^nd priority write to your Senator where you own property,

Start subject line of your email with “(from ‘yourtown’ property owner) vote to pass SB247 Lead Law as amended by amendment # 2017-0795s”

Same information in the body of the email.

It is also way better to call them directly.

3^rd priority

Write to entire Senate same as above.

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Bills Updated Status summary:

HB279, Smoking on private & commercial property

Title: relative to smoking on private property.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: LAID ON TABLE

Senate Status: none

HB292, Jury Trial For The Execution Of A Tax Lien

Title: relative to a jury trial for the execution of a tax lien.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

HB181, Maintenance Of Private Roads Abutting Residential Properties

Title: relative to the maintenance of private roads abutting residential properties.

Property Owner Position: For, if modified.

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

HB85, Allow Replacement of AFCI

Title: (New Title) relative to installation requirements for arc-fault circuit interrupters.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

Senate Status: none

HB138, Protection to Debtor in Small Claims

Title: relative to persons held in civil contempt.

Property Owner Position: Against

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: LAID ON TABLE

Senate Status: none

HB305, Tenant Notice

Title: clarifying lessee liability for month-to-month leases.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED

Senate Status: none

HB434, Increase eviction small claims to $3000

Title: relative to damages in landlord-tenant actions.

Property Owner Position: Against

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

HB415, Establish an Income Tax, Reduce or Eliminate Other Taxes

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

SB74, Economic Revitalization Zone Tax Credits

Title: relative to economic revitalization zone tax credits.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: SENATE

House Status: none

Senate Status: IN COMMITTEE

HB501, Access To Minutes Of Meetings Of Condominium Unit Owner's Associations

Title: relative to access to minutes of meetings of condominium unit owner's associations.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

Senate Status: none

HB502, Condo Financial Information Available To Unit Owners

Title: relative to the availability of condominium financial information to unit owners.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

Senate Status: none

HB385, Requires Foreclosure Notice Certified Mail Receipt Requested

Title: relative to notice for foreclosures.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

SB75, Tax Credit for Donations to Career and Tech Education Centers.

Title: establishing a tax credit against business profits taxes for donations to career and technical education centers.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: SENATE

House Status: none

Senate Status: REREFERRED

SB80, Veterans Tax Credits

Title: (New Title) relative to implementation of the all veterans' tax credit, and relative to applications for recovery from the FRM victims' contribution recovery fund.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: IN COMMITTEE

Senate Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

SB76, Option To Rebate The Research And Development Tax Credit Against Business Profits Tax

Title: establishing an option to rebate the research and development tax credit against business profits taxes, and making an appropriation therefor.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: SENATE

House Status: none

Senate Status: REREFERRED

HB534, Reporting Of Meals And Rooms Tax Revenue By The Department Of Revenue

Title: relative to reporting of meals and rooms tax revenue by the department of revenue administration.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

HB215, Marijuana Study Commission

Title: establishing a commission to study the legalization, regulation, and taxation of marijuana.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED

Senate Status: none

HB614, Forfeiture Of Personal Property

Title: relative to forfeiture of personal property.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED

Senate Status: none

HB411, Change Date Of Property Tax Calcuation

Title: relative to calculation of collection dates for local property taxes.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

HB419, RE Leased for Public Charter School

Title: relative to real estate leased for a public charter school.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: LAID ON TABLE

Senate Status: none

HB503, Notice of Re-Assessment

Title: relative to notice to property owners regarding changes in assessments of property values for tax purposes.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

HB316, Statewide Property Tax Exemption For Commercial And Industrial Construction

Title: relative to a statewide property tax exemption for commercial and industrial construction.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED

Senate Status: none

HB615, Reduce BPT and BET

Title: reducing the rates of the business profits tax and the business enterprise tax

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: LAID ON TABLE

Senate Status: none

HB637, Exempt BET if no BPT

Title: relative to the threshold for filing a business enterprise tax return.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

HB581, Business Profits Tax Credit for Media Companies.

Title: establishing a credit against business profits taxes for media production expenditures in New Hampshire.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

HB539, Distribution Of Meals And Rooms Tax Occupancy Revenues

Title: relative to the distribution of occupancy revenues under the meals and rooms tax to towns and cities.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

HB655, Local Option Sales Tax

Title: establishing a local option sales tax to reduce property taxes.

Property Owner Position: Against

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

SB53, Regulation of Appraisers

Title: relative to regulation of appraisal management companies by the real estate appraiser board.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: SENATE

House Status: none

Senate Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

SB247, Lead Law

Title: preventing childhood lead poisoning from paint and water and making an appropriation to a special fund.

Property Owner Position: Against

General Status: SENATE

House Status: none

Senate Status: REPORT FILED:

HB478, Gender Identity Discrimination

Title: prohibiting discrimination based on gender identity.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: LAID ON TABLE

Senate Status: none

SB208, Property Tax Refund For Childcare

Title: establishing a working families property tax refund program.

Property Owner Position: Against

General Status: SENATE

House Status: none

Senate Status: REPORT FILED:

SB1, Reduce BPT

Title: reducing the rate of the business profits tax.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: SENATE

House Status: none

Senate Status: REPORT FILED:

SB94, Bonding $25 Million to finance affordable housing

Title: making a capital appropriation for affordable housing.

Property Owner Position: You decide

General Status: SENATE

House Status: none

Senate Status: LAID ON TABLE

HB567, Repealing The Exemption For Water And Air Pollution Control Facilities From Local Property Taxation

Title: repealing the exemption for water and air pollution control facilities from local property taxation.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

HB574, Increase CDFA Contribution Limit

Title: increasing the limit on contributions to the community development finance authority for which an investment tax credit may be taken.

Property Owner Position: You decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

Senate Status: none

HB654, Regulation and Rooms & Meals tax for short term rentals

Title: (New Title) establishing a committee to study the regulation and taxation of vacation rentals and short-term rentals.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: IN COMMITTEE

Senate Status: none

HB117, Tax exemption to assist elderly or disability

Title: relative to the property tax exemption for improvements to assist persons with disabilities.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: SENATE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

Senate Status: IN COMMITTEE

SB185, Tax Relief Coastal Property

Title: extending the community revitalization tax relief program to coastal properties subject to storm surge, sea level rise, and extreme precipitation.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: SENATE

House Status: none

Senate Status: IN COMMITTEE

HB489, Commission To Study The Tax Structure Of The State

Title: (New Title) establishing a commission to study adaptation of the tax structure of the state to economic and demographic change.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: SENATE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

Senate Status: IN COMMITTEE

SB229, Eminent Domain Pipelines

Title: relative to appraisals of residential property, procedures in eminent domain proceedings, and expenditures from the energy efficiency fund.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: IN COMMITTEE

Senate Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

SB69, Requiring Sex Offenders To Register On-Line Identifiers

Title: requiring registered sex offenders to report online identifiers.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: IN COMMITTEE

Senate Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

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Full details on all bills above:

HB279, Smoking on private & commercial property

01/11/2017 at 01:15 PM LOB Room 302

Title: Title: relative to smoking on private property.

Summary: This bill would amend the indoor smoking act by allowing smoking in privately owned vehicles, whether or not used for private purposes,

allowing for banning smoking in privately owned premises where the person in charge has banned smoking.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H43

Email to Committee:

To: HouseCommerceAndConsumerAffairs@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: HB279

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0279.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

You decide on this one.

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HB292, Jury Trial For The Execution Of A Tax Lien

01/17/2017 at 10:30 AM LOB Room 208

Title: Title: relative to a jury trial for the execution of a tax lien.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H10

Email to Committee:

To: HouseExecutiveDepartmentsandAdministration@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: HB292

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0292.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB181, Maintenance Of Private Roads Abutting Residential Properties

01/17/2017 at 01:00 PM LOB Room 201

Title: Title: relative to the maintenance of private roads abutting residential properties.

Property Owner Position: For, if modified.

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H20

Email to Committee:

To: HousePublicWorksandHighways@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: HB181

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0181.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Common sense bill for those in lake front communities and the like. Many times only a few owners take responsibility for road maintenance while the rest use for free.

Perhaps there should be some kind of proration based on months occupied and/or in proportion to the benefit received by each such property.

Should there be an exemption for the case of one property owner and a private road.

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HB85, Allow Replacement of AFCI

01/18/2017 at 11:15 AM LOB Room 306

Title: Title: (New Title) relative to installation requirements for arc-fault circuit interrupters.

Summary: The bill would allow "after repeated tripping of an AFCI device and

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H07

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB85

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0085.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

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HB138, Protection to Debtor in Small Claims

01/18/2017 at 02:00 PM LOB Room 208

Title: Title: relative to persons held in civil contempt.

Property Owner Position: Against

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H10

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB138

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0138.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

The debtor also has the same one year to redeem the home by paying the purchase price, reasonable costs of ownership such as insurance, taxes, and interest. RSA 529:26.

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HB305, Tenant Notice

01/19/2017 at 02:00 PM LOB Room 208

Title: Title: clarifying lessee liability for month-to-month leases.

Summary: Clarifies existing law regarding tenant notice and liability for month-to-month leases .

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H10

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB305

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0305.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Simple clarification of what is present law and standard practice for many. It is related to a Supreme Court decision from 1935 (Duhaime).

Also, nothing in present law or this bill prevents a landlord and tenant from agreeing to prorate the final rent.

Fo David Cline: is their

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HB434, Increase eviction small claims to $3000

01/24/2017 at 10:00 AM LOB Room 208

Title: Title: relative to damages in landlord-tenant actions.

Property Owner Position: Against

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H10

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB434

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0434.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

On a technical point the bill should address Circuit court not District court.

It is a better practice to run a small claims action separate from the eviciton action.

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SB74, Economic Revitalization Zone Tax Credits

01/25/2017 at 09:20 AM SH Room 100

Title: Title: relative to economic revitalization zone tax credits.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S07

Email to Committee:

To: andrew.hosmer@leg.state.nh.us; jeanie.forrester@leg.state.nh.us; 0;chuck.morse@leg.state.nh.us; dalas@leg.state.nh.us; john.reagan111@gmail.com; ;

Subject: SB74

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0074.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB501, Access To Minutes Of Meetings Of Condominium Unit Owner's Associations

01/31/2017 at 10:15 AM LOB Room 302

Title: Title: relative to access to minutes of meetings of condominium unit owner's associations.

Summary: The bill would require all condo associations to take minutes of all meeting held, and make the minutes available within 15 days to any condo owner

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H43

Email to Committee:

To: HouseCommerceAndConsumerAffairs@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: HB501

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0501.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Unfortunately there is no enforcement mechanism if the law is not followed. The condo association could ignore any request.

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HB502, Condo Financial Information Available To Unit Owners

01/31/2017 at 10:45 AM LOB Room 302

Title: Title: relative to the availability of condominium financial information to unit owners.

Summary: Financial Information shall be provided within 15 days of request and 30 days prior to annual meeting. Unit owners shall have access to P&L salaries etc.

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H43

Email to Committee:

To: HouseCommerceAndConsumerAffairs@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: HB502

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0502.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Unfortunately there is no enforcement mechanism if the law is not followed. The condo association could ignore any request.

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HB385, Requires Foreclosure Notice Certified Mail Receipt Requested

01/31/2017 at 01:15 PM LOB Room 302

Title: Title: relative to notice for foreclosures.

Summary: This bill would require that a mortgagee send notice of foreclosure to the mortgagor registered or certified mail return receipt required.

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H43

Email to Committee:

To: HouseCommerceAndConsumerAffairs@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: HB385

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0385.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

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SB75, Tax Credit for Donations to Career and Tech Education Centers.

02/01/2017 at 09:00 AM SH Room 100

Title: Title: establishing a tax credit against business profits taxes for donations to career and technical education centers.

Summary: Career and Technical education centers, under this bill, may accept donations of tangible personal property and up to 50% of apprenticeship and training programs for students in the program. Donors shall be allowed a credit against the business profits tax, but not more than 25% tax due from that donor.

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S17

Email to Committee:

To: dboutin1465@comcast.net; 0; chuck.morse@leg.state.nh.us;andy.sanborn@leg.state.nh.us; dalas@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: SB75

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0075.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

The bill gives businesses a direct way to help pay for the training of employees in career and technical education centers. Donations can include payment of salary for the employee. It could promote the education of the New Hampshire workforce in specific areas.

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SB80, Veterans Tax Credits

02/01/2017 at 09:00 AM LOB Room 102

Title: Title: (New Title) relative to implementation of the all veterans' tax credit, and relative to applications for recovery from the FRM victims' contribution recovery fund.

Summary: The bill would give municipalities authority to phase out an older veteran's tax credit over three years and use the newer credit.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H43

Email to Committee:

To: HouseCommerceAndConsumerAffairs@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: SB80

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0080.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

This bill appears to be a house keeping bill, giving munipalites the ability

to change over the veteran's tax credits

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SB76, Option To Rebate The Research And Development Tax Credit Against Business Profits Tax

02/01/2017 at 09:20 AM SH Room 100

Title: Title: establishing an option to rebate the research and development tax credit against business profits taxes, and making an appropriation therefor.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S17

Email to Committee:

To: dboutin1465@comcast.net; 0; chuck.morse@leg.state.nh.us;andy.sanborn@leg.state.nh.us; dalas@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: SB76

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0076.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB534, Reporting Of Meals And Rooms Tax Revenue By The Department Of Revenue

02/01/2017 at 09:30 AM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: relative to reporting of meals and rooms tax revenue by the department of revenue administration.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB534

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0534.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB215, Marijuana Study Commission

02/01/2017 at 10:00 AM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: establishing a commission to study the legalization, regulation, and taxation of marijuana.

Summary: Establish a commission to study the impact of legalization, regulation and taxation of marijuana without input from residential or commercial landlords.

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB215

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0215.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Again many mixed thoughts on the analysis team which are included below.

It is inevitable marijuana will eventually become legal due to the way surrounding states treat this issue.

People already smoke it, its legal in ME and MA, why not develop some new tax revenue?

This is a gate way drug that we should not legalize. Make it a fine to be in possession of so much of it, de-criminalize it.

There are way too many people incarcerated for small marijuana related offenses

We would like opportunity for landlord input on the commission.

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HB614, Forfeiture Of Personal Property

02/01/2017 at 01:30 PM LOB Room 208

Title: Title: relative to forfeiture of personal property.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H10

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB614

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0614.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB411, Change Date Of Property Tax Calcuation

02/07/2017 at 10:20 AM LOB Room 301

Title: Title: relative to calculation of collection dates for local property taxes.

Summary: Currently you get an estimated tax bill for the first half of the year and the

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H18

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB411

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0411.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

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HB419, RE Leased for Public Charter School

02/07/2017 at 10:40 AM LOB Room 301

Title: Title: relative to real estate leased for a public charter school.

Summary: The bill would have municipalites reimburse public charter schools for

taxes they paid as part of rent, if they rent from a private owner who

pays taxes on the rented property to the city or town

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H18

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB419

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0419.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

appears to give charter schools the same tax exemption as other schools

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HB503, Notice of Re-Assessment

02/07/2017 at 11:00 AM LOB Room 301

Title: Title: relative to notice to property owners regarding changes in assessments of property values for tax purposes.

Summary: Gives notice to property owners of reassessment and how it will affect their taxes before implementing the new tax.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H18

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB503

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0503.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

The analysis team has some different thoughts on this one. Most are for it. One raises and objection.

For:

Most towns already do this. Make it mandatory for all towns

Against:

Modification requested:

Should include some time limit. (perhaps 30 days prior)

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HB316, Statewide Property Tax Exemption For Commercial And Industrial Construction

02/07/2017 at 11:40 AM LOB Room 301

Title: Title: relative to a statewide property tax exemption for commercial and industrial construction.

Summary: The bill would empower municipalities to grant property tax exemptions during the construction of industial, commercial or retail developments.

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB316

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0316.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

The bill is clearly to encourage development of real estate that would

increase the municipalities tax base in the future, as well as provide jobs.

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HB615, Reduce BPT and BET

02/07/2017 at 01:00 PM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: reducing the rates of the business profits tax and the business enterprise tax

Summary: The bill would reduce the rate of the business profits tax from 7.5 to 6%

over three years. It would change the business enterprise tax from .5% to .4% over the same three years

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB615

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0615.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Methodology shows an overall decrease in funding to the state. Lowering the tax could help the economy by encouraging businesses to come into the state.

The bill does not replace revenue and we don’t know what that means for impact on state programs.

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HB637, Exempt BET if no BPT

02/07/2017 at 02:00 PM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: relative to the threshold for filing a business enterprise tax return.

Summary: This bill would eliminate the requirement of having to file a Business

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB637

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0637.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

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HB581, Business Profits Tax Credit for Media Companies.

02/07/2017 at 02:30 PM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: establishing a credit against business profits taxes for media production expenditures in New Hampshire.

Summary: Tax credits for production companies doing business in the state.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB581

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0581.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Doesn't seem to affect property owners so we have not analyzed this bill. We have included it only because there are so many bills affecting taxes this year.

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HB539, Distribution Of Meals And Rooms Tax Occupancy Revenues

02/08/2017 at 10:30 AM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: relative to the distribution of occupancy revenues under the meals and rooms tax to towns and cities.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

To: HouseExecutiveDepartmentsandAdministration@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: HB539

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0539.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB655, Local Option Sales Tax

02/08/2017 at 11:00 AM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: establishing a local option sales tax to reduce property taxes.

Summary: This bill would establish a local sales tax on tangible personal property.

It is a comprehensive bill setting up a new tax system in the state. The bill would allow communities to establish their own tax rate.

Property Owner Position: Against

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

To: HouseWays&MeansCommittee@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: HB655

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0655.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

The bill would require more bureaucracy (Expensive) and back door ways to establish a statewide sales tax.

Since there is no net change in the local taxes, it would not be a net difference for that locality.

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SB53, Regulation of Appraisers

02/15/2017 at 09:00 AM LOB Room 101

Title: Title: relative to regulation of appraisal management companies by the real estate appraiser board.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S06

Email to Committee:

To: sharon.carson@leg.state.nh.us; Jeff.Woodburn@leg.state.nh.us; sam.cataldo@leg.state.nh.us; donna.soucy@leg.state.nh.us; john.reagan111@gmail.com; ;

Subject: SB53

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0053.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB478, Gender Identity Discrimination

02/21/2017 at 01:15 PM LOB Room 305-307

Title: Title: prohibiting discrimination based on gender identity.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H09

Email to Committee:

To: HHSEA@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: HB478

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0478.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Most feel it is of no concern to landlords.

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SB208, Property Tax Refund For Childcare

02/22/2017 at 09:00 AM SH Room 100

Title: Title: establishing a working families property tax refund program.

Summary: The legislative services analysis of the bill is an accurate summary of the

bill. It states (Via copy and paste)This bill establishes a working families property tax refund program for a portion of state

Property Owner Position: Against

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S17

Email to Committee:

To: dboutin1465@comcast.net; 0; chuck.morse@leg.state.nh.us; andy.sanborn@leg.state.nh.us; dalas@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: SB208

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0208.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

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SB1, Reduce BPT

02/22/2017 at 09:35 AM SH Room 100

Title: Title: reducing the rate of the business profits tax.

Summary: This bill is similar to other bills we have reviewed this year. It would gradually reduce the Business Profits Tax rate over the next four years

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S17

Email to Committee:

To: dboutin1465@comcast.net; 0; chuck.morse@leg.state.nh.us; andy.sanborn@leg.state.nh.us; dalas@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: SB1

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0001.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

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SB94, Bonding $25 Million to finance affordable housing

02/22/2017 at 03:00 PM SH Room 100

Title: Title: making a capital appropriation for affordable housing.

Summary: The bill would bond $25,000,000 to be deposited into the affordable

Property Owner Position: You decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S02http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S02

Email to Committee:

To: dboutin1465@comcast.net; gldaniels@myfairpoint.net; jeanie.forrester@leg.state.nh.us; dalas@leg.state.nh.us; molly.kelly@leg.state.nh.us; ; ;

Subject: SB94

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0094.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

This bill will pull funds from many sources, even though it is bonded. One of these sources will be lead paint remediation funds.

Note only $13M total has been appropriated since the 1980s.

Does it makes sense to jump to such a high number at this point in time. Shouldn’t we consider a more graduated approach instead of instantly jumping to $25 Million?

If you want affordable, housing change zoning laws so you build 5-10 small houses on a 1 acre lot.

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HB567, Repealing The Exemption For Water And Air Pollution Control Facilities From Local Property Taxation

02/28/2017 at 10:00 AM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: repealing the exemption for water and air pollution control facilities from local property taxation.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

To: HouseWays&MeansCommittee@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: HB567

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0567.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB574, Increase CDFA Contribution Limit

02/28/2017 at 10:00 AM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: increasing the limit on contributions to the community development finance authority for which an investment tax credit may be taken.

Summary: Doubles the contribution limit for the CDFA tax credit from $5M to $10M. This would decrease state revenue by 75% of the additional $5M.

Property Owner Position: You decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

To: HouseWays&MeansCommittee@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: HB574

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0574.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

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HB654, Regulation and Rooms & Meals tax for short term rentals

03/07/2017 at 12:00 AM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: (New Title) establishing a committee to study the regulation and taxation of vacation rentals and short-term rentals.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H43

Email to Committee:

To: HouseCommerceAndConsumerAffairs@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: HB654

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0654.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Note the rooms and meals tax is already a requirement to be paid under present law and this bill does not change that fact.

The following description is listed in the bill purpose.

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HB117, Tax exemption to assist elderly or disability

03/15/2017 at 09:15 AM LOB Room 102

Title: Title: relative to the property tax exemption for improvements to assist persons with disabilities.

Summary: Provide, upon application, an assessment exemption for improvements for elderly (over 65), improvements can include standby generators. The bill also makes current statute gender neutral

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S27

Email to Committee:

To: 0; dboutin1465@comcast.net; bette.lasky@leg.state.nh.us; nancy.stiles@leg.state.nh.us; molly.kelly@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: HB117

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0117.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

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SB185, Tax Relief Coastal Property

03/15/2017 at 09:15 AM SH Room 100

Title: Title: extending the community revitalization tax relief program to coastal properties subject to storm surge, sea level rise, and extreme precipitation.

Summary: The legislative services analysis of the bill is an accurate summary of the

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S17

Email to Committee:

To: dboutin1465@comcast.net; 0; chuck.morse@leg.state.nh.us; andy.sanborn@leg.state.nh.us; dalas@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: SB185

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0185.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

This is a bill where someone with more knowledge and understanding that we have should do the analysis.

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HB489, Commission To Study The Tax Structure Of The State

03/15/2017 at 09:45 AM SH Room 100

Title: Title: (New Title) establishing a commission to study adaptation of the tax structure of the state to economic and demographic change.

Summary: The bill would establish a commission to study the state's tax structure.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/Senate/committees/committee_details.aspx?cc=S17

Email to Committee:

To: dboutin1465@comcast.net; 0; chuck.morse@leg.state.nh.us; andy.sanborn@leg.state.nh.us; dalas@leg.state.nh.us; ;

Subject: HB489

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0489.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Rather than enact an income tax, repeal interest and dividend taxes and

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SB229, Eminent Domain Pipelines

03/15/2017 at 01:30 PM LOB Room 304

Title: Title: relative to appraisals of residential property, procedures in eminent domain proceedings, and expenditures from the energy efficiency fund.

Summary: The legislative services analysis of the bill is an accurate summary of the

II. Allows certain owners of property subject to a permanent partial taking under eminent domain to require a pipeline company to take the entire tract of land.

III. Provides for the awarding of relocation, temporary housing, and legal expenses in gas pipeline eminent domain proceedings.

IV. Requires the site evaluation committee to file as an intervenor in Federal Energy Regulatory Commission proceedings involving siting of high pressure gas pipelines.

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H24

Email to Committee:

To: HouseScienceTechnologyandEnergy@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: SB229

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0229.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

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SB69, Requiring Sex Offenders To Register On-Line Identifiers

03/22/2017 at 01:30 PM LOB Room 204

Title: Title: requiring registered sex offenders to report online identifiers.

Summary: The bill would require sex offenders to register on-line identifiers such as email address, screen names and the like. This would include social media names.

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H26

Email to Committee:

To: HouseCriminalJusticeandPublicSafety@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: SB69

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/SB0069.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

The Department of Safety has requested this bill to help track the offenders and protect children.

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How can you Help Homeless Veterans in New Hampshire?

2017-03-09T21:36:00.000-05:00

The United States has set a lofty goal—to end veteran homelessness. Across New Hampshire, the Governor’s office, local and state officials, homeless service providers, public housing authorities, veteran service organizations, nonprofits, and state and federal agencies are working together to house all of our homeless Veterans. One program is the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) program.

If you are a property owner or landlord, consider making apartments available to HUD VASH voucher holders. In today’s tight rental market, it is often difficult for veterans who are homeless to find stable housing that is safe, clean and affordable. The HUD VASH Program, which offers Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) rental assistance along with case management through the Department of Veterans Affairs, is one way that veterans can find their way home again. Through these vouchers, veterans pay an affordable percentage of their income toward rent, and the landlord receives a check for the remainder of the rent in the form of a Housing Assistance Payment. If you have a rental property, consider accepting VASH vouchers.

Attention landlords if you would like more information contact the Manchester VA Supportive Housing (VA) Landlord Point of Contact and Housing Specialist at: 603-851-0356.

=Legislative Update, 2017 #10== Major update on the Lead bill! More bills decided or have an updated status.

2017-03-05T20:02:00.000-05:00

Howdee everyone,

Important Updates:

SB247, Lead Law, Major decisions.

First a little history

Mid February an excellent lobbyist was hired to represent landlords on the lead bill.

He has been working with us “behind the scenes”.

At the initial public hearing Senator Jeb Bradley chair of the Senate Health & Human Services committee asked everyone testifying to work with Senator Dan Feltes (sponsor) on the bill. Everyone said they would. Note that doesn’t mean accept anything as is but rather to continue seeing if there are any points that could be agreed to or modified and agreed to.

Meanwhile many of you have continued to contact the committee as requested to show a strong landlord voice against the bill.

Friday 3/3/17 morning we had the meeting with Senators Jeb Bradley and Dan Feltes plus many stake holders including many landlords. The meeting was very long but worthwhile ending in a good out come. We are monitoring these changes to make sure the agreement ends up in actual bill amended language. Stay tuned.

Action items this week:

None: Thank you so much for your support.

See more info in Summaries & Full Detail for each bill further below. (includes property owner position, contact info, Talking points, and more).

(to jump right to bill detail, use Control-F, Find).

Many of the bills have an updated status

See Bills Updated Status summary below

In particular not the status bills where we have a position For or Against that bill.

Hearings this week:

03/07/2017 at 10:30 AM LOB Room 202

HB386, Technical Corrections To The Education Tax Credit

Level of Response: You Decide

Property Owner Position: You Decide

03/07/2017 at 11:00 AM LOB Room 202

HB568, Taxability Of Lease Interests In Public Property

Level of Response: You Decide

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Hearings next week:

03/15/2017 at 09:15 AM LOB Room 102

HB117, Tax exemption to assist elderly or disability

Level of Response: Call, Email Legislators

Property Owner Position: For

Further below is:

Bills Updated Status summary

Full details on all bills above

(Which includes property owner position, contact info, talking points, and more)

Love & Light,

Nick Norman

Director of Legislative Affairs

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Bills Updated Status summary:

HB279, Smoking on private & commercial property

Title: relative to smoking on private property.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: REPORT FILED:

Senate Status: none

HB168, Adopt the 2015 Life Safety Code and Uniform Fire Code

Title: relative to the definition of the New Hampshire fire code.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: RETAINED IN COMMITTEE

Senate Status: none

HB85, Allow Replacement of AFCI

Title: relative to installation requirements for arc-fault circuit interrupters and relative to the state building code review board.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: REPORT FILED:

Senate Status: none

HB92, Update Building Code to 2015 Standards

Title: revising the definition of the state building code and ratifying changes to the state building code adopted by the state building code review board.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: RETAINED IN COMMITTEE

Senate Status: none

HB80, Building Code Enforcement

Title: relative to the administration of building code enforcement.

Property Owner Position: Against

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: RETAINED IN COMMITTEE

Senate Status: none

HB138, Protection to Debtor in Small Claims

Title: relative to persons held in civil contempt.

Property Owner Position: Against

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: REPORT FILED:

Senate Status: none

HB415, Establish an Income Tax, Reduce or Eliminate Other Taxes

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: INEXPEDIENT TO LEGISLATE

Senate Status: none

HB614, Forfeiture Of Personal Property

Title: relative to forfeiture of personal property.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: REPORT FILED:

Senate Status: none

HB615, Reduce BPT and BET

Title: reducing the rates of the business profits tax and the business enterprise tax

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: REPORT FILED:

Senate Status: none

HB637, Exempt BET if no BPT

Title: relative to the threshold for filing a business enterprise tax return.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: REPORT FILED:

Senate Status: none

HB581, Business Profits Tax Credit for Media Companies.

Title: establishing a credit against business profits taxes for media production expenditures in New Hampshire.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: REPORT FILED:

Senate Status: none

HB539, Distribution Of Meals And Rooms Tax Occupancy Revenues

Title: relative to the distribution of occupancy revenues under the meals and rooms tax to towns and cities.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: REPORT FILED:

Senate Status: none

HB655, Local Option Sales Tax

Title: establishing a local option sales tax to reduce property taxes.

Property Owner Position: Against

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: REPORT FILED:

Senate Status: none

HB478, Gender Identity Discrimination

Title: prohibiting discrimination based on gender identity.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: REPORT FILED:

Senate Status: none

HB567, Repealing The Exemption For Water And Air Pollution Control Facilities From Local Property Taxation

Title: repealing the exemption for water and air pollution control facilities from local property taxation.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: REPORT FILED:

Senate Status: none

HB386, Technical Corrections To The Education Tax Credit

Title: relative to technical corrections to the education tax credit statute.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: IN COMMITTEE

Senate Status: none

HB568, Taxability Of Lease Interests In Public Property

Title: relative to the taxability of lease interests in public property.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

General Status: HOUSE

House Status: IN COMMITTEE

Senate Status: none

HB117, Tax exemption to assist elderly or disability

Title: relative to the property tax exemption for improvements to assist persons with disabilities.

Property Owner Position: For

General Status: SENATE

House Status: PASSED/ADOPTED WITH AMENDMENT

Senate Status: IN COMMITTEE

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Full details on all bills above:

HB279, Smoking on private & commercial property

01/11/2017 at 01:15 PM LOB Room 302

Title: Title: relative to smoking on private property.

Summary: This bill would amend the indoor smoking act by allowing smoking in privately owned vehicles, whether or not used for private purposes,

allowing for banning smoking in privately owned premises where the person in charge has banned smoking.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H43

Email to Committee:

To: HouseCommerceAndConsumerAffairs@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: HB279

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0279.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

You decide on this one.

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HB168, Adopt the 2015 Life Safety Code and Uniform Fire Code

01/18/2017 at 10:30 AM LOB Room 306

Title: Title: relative to the definition of the New Hampshire fire code.

Summary: This is a housekeeping bill which would have the state adopt the 2015

version of the Life Safety Code and Uniform Fire Code as the New Hampshire Fire Code. Currently the state is using the 2009 version

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H07

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB168

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0168.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB85, Allow Replacement of AFCI

01/18/2017 at 11:15 AM LOB Room 306

Title: Title: relative to installation requirements for arc-fault circuit interrupters and relative to the state building code review board.

Summary: The bill would allow "after repeated tripping of an AFCI device and

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H07

Email to Committee:

To: HouseExecutiveDepartmentsandAdministration@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: HB85

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0085.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

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HB92, Update Building Code to 2015 Standards

01/18/2017 at 01:00 PM LOB Room 306

Title: Title: revising the definition of the state building code and ratifying changes to the state building code adopted by the state building code review board.

Summary: The bill would incorporate by reference the latest versions of various International Building Codes, and include an International Swimming Pool Code. This bill is basically a "housekeeping" bill

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H07

Email to Committee:

To: HouseExecutiveDepartmentsandAdministration@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: HB92

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0092.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill, cannot speak to the impact this will have and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB80, Building Code Enforcement

01/18/2017 at 01:45 PM LOB Room 306

Title: Title: relative to the administration of building code enforcement.

Summary: This technical bill would specify which building codes are to be followed by local code enforcement officers. Regarding Energy Conservation. this bill removes some exemptions from the code requirements. Clarify's and tightens other requirements regarding building, additions or improvements.

Property Owner Position: Against

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H07

Email to Committee:

To: HouseExecutiveDepartmentsandAdministration@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: HB80

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0080.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

This bill would have to be analyzed by someone with a solid working knowledge of building codes. Some of us feel that waiting 30 working days for PUC to respond to applications is too long. 15 days is more than reasonable. Will make remodel jobs more costly to perform. Doesn’t adequately recognize special circumstances in older buildings. Always scary when state takes power from local process?

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HB138, Protection to Debtor in Small Claims

01/18/2017 at 02:00 PM LOB Room 208

Title: Title: relative to persons held in civil contempt.

Property Owner Position: Against

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H10

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB138

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0138.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

The debtor also has the same one year to redeem the home by paying the purchase price, reasonable costs of ownership such as insurance, taxes, and interest. RSA 529:26.

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HB614, Forfeiture Of Personal Property

02/01/2017 at 01:30 PM LOB Room 208

Title: Title: relative to forfeiture of personal property.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H10

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB614

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0614.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB615, Reduce BPT and BET

02/07/2017 at 01:00 PM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: reducing the rates of the business profits tax and the business enterprise tax

Summary: The bill would reduce the rate of the business profits tax from 7.5 to 6%

over three years. It would change the business enterprise tax from .5% to .4% over the same three years

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB615

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0615.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Methodology shows an overall decrease in funding to the state. Lowering the tax could help the economy by encouraging businesses to come into the state.

The bill does not replace revenue and we don’t know what that means for impact on state programs.

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HB637, Exempt BET if no BPT

02/07/2017 at 02:00 PM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: relative to the threshold for filing a business enterprise tax return.

Summary: This bill would eliminate the requirement of having to file a Business

Property Owner Position: For

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB637

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0637.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

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HB581, Business Profits Tax Credit for Media Companies.

02/07/2017 at 02:30 PM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: establishing a credit against business profits taxes for media production expenditures in New Hampshire.

Summary: Tax credits for production companies doing business in the state.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB581

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0581.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Doesn't seem to affect property owners so we have not analyzed this bill. We have included it only because there are so many bills affecting taxes this year.

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HB539, Distribution Of Meals And Rooms Tax Occupancy Revenues

02/08/2017 at 10:30 AM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: relative to the distribution of occupancy revenues under the meals and rooms tax to towns and cities.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB539

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0539.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB655, Local Option Sales Tax

02/08/2017 at 11:00 AM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: establishing a local option sales tax to reduce property taxes.

Summary: This bill would establish a local sales tax on tangible personal property.

It is a comprehensive bill setting up a new tax system in the state. The bill would allow communities to establish their own tax rate.

Property Owner Position: Against

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB655

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0655.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

The bill would require more bureaucracy (Expensive) and back door ways to establish a statewide sales tax.

Since there is no net change in the local taxes, it would not be a net difference for that locality.

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HB478, Gender Identity Discrimination

02/21/2017 at 01:15 PM LOB Room 305-307

Title: Title: prohibiting discrimination based on gender identity.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H09

Email to Committee:

To: HHSEA@leg.state.nh.us

Subject: HB478

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0478.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

Most feel it is of no concern to landlords.

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HB567, Repealing The Exemption For Water And Air Pollution Control Facilities From Local Property Taxation

02/28/2017 at 10:00 AM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: repealing the exemption for water and air pollution control facilities from local property taxation.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB567

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0567.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB386, Technical Corrections To The Education Tax Credit

03/07/2017 at 10:30 AM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: relative to technical corrections to the education tax credit statute.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info:http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee:

Subject: HB386

Link to Bill Text: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/legislation/2017/HB0386.html

Analysis Stated in Bill:

Talking Points:

We have not studied this bill and are basically just letting you know this bill is here incase you think it may impact you. If you learn more please let us know.

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HB568, Taxability Of Lease Interests In Public Property

03/07/2017 at 11:00 AM LOB Room 202

Title: Title: relative to the taxability of lease interests in public property.

Summary: Seems to have little impact on landlords.

Property Owner Position: You Decide

Link to Committee Info: http://www.gencourt.state.nh.us/house/committees/committeedetails.aspx?code=H28

Email to Committee: