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NH HB172
NH HB172Establishing greenhouse gas emission reduction goals for the state and establishing a climate action plan.
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Introduced
01/04/2021
01/04/2021
In Committee
11/15/2021
11/15/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/26/2022
05/26/2022
Introduced Session
2021 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Establishing greenhouse gas emission reduction goals for the state and establishing a climate action plan.
AI Summary
This bill establishes greenhouse gas emission reduction goals for the state of New Hampshire, requiring a 20% reduction below 1990 levels by 2025, a 50% reduction by 2035, and net zero emissions by 2050. It also directs the Department of Environmental Services to develop a climate action plan to achieve these goals, which must include strategies for expanding renewable energy, improving energy efficiency, and promoting clean transportation options. The bill also updates the state's energy policy to focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and mitigating the impacts of climate change.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (7)
Joyce Weston (D)*,
Kat McGhee (D),
Rebecca McWilliams (D),
Lee Oxenham (D),
Suzanne Smith (D),
Sue Vail (D),
Sparky Von Plinsky (D),
Last Action
Remove from Table (Rep. Oxenham): Motion Failed Regular Calendar 152-181 04/21/2022 House Journal 10 (on 04/21/2022)
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