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This bill establishes a multi-agency task force focused on improving law enforcement presence and patrols on New Hampshire waterways. The task force will include representatives from the departments of Safety, Fish and Game, and Environmental Services, and will be chaired by the commissioner of the Department of Safety. Their responsibilities include conducting comprehensive reviews of current water body patrol coverage by marine patrol officers, conservation officers, and local law enforcement, examining enforcement duties, expenses, funding, training, and recruitment challenges. The task force will also consult with stakeholders like the NH Marine Trades Association and identify opportunities for cross-agency coordination, supplementing patrols, and maximizing federal funding. They are required to submit an initial report by November 1, 2025, and a final report with additional recommendations by November 1, 2026. The task force will be dissolved on September 1, 2026, after completing its mission of developing strategies to enhance water safety and law enforcement presence across New Hampshire's water bodies.

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