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NH SB115

NH SB115
Establishing greenhouse gas emission reduction goals for the state and establishing a climate action plan.


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Introduced
01/29/2021
In Committee
03/02/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/24/2021

Introduced Session

2021 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill establishes greenhouse gas emission reduction goals for the state and authorizes the department of environmental services to inventory greenhouse gas emissions on an annual basis and to develop and report on a 5-year 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 authorizes the Department of Environmental Services to inventory greenhouse gas emissions annually and develop a 5-year climate action plan to achieve these goals, which will be reviewed and updated every 5 years. The bill also modifies the state's energy policy to prioritize meeting energy needs at the lowest reasonable cost while maximizing energy efficiency, achieving the greenhouse gas emission goals, and protecting the environment and natural resources.

Committee Categories

Agriculture and Natural Resources

Sponsors (4)

Last Action

Inexpedient to Legislate, Regular Calendar 14Y-10N, Motion Adopted === BILL KILLED ===; 03/11/2021; Senate Journal 7 (on 03/11/2021)

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