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This bill introduces three main provisions: First, it establishes a detailed procedure for conducting discretionary background checks when firearms are being returned to an individual after being seized in court proceedings. Under this provision, courts may request a National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) check through the Department of Safety, which must respond within 10 business days with either a "proceed" or "deny" status. If denied, the individual has the right to a hearing where the Department of Safety must prove by clear and convincing evidence that the person is prohibited from possessing firearms. Second, the bill invalidates driver's licenses issued by other states specifically to undocumented immigrants, declaring such licenses invalid in New Hampshire and subject to potential misdemeanor penalties for repeated violations. Third, the bill requires school districts and chartered public schools applying for building aid to have already engaged an owner's project manager for construction projects exceeding $1,000,000, with specific insurance and qualification requirements. The first section of the bill will take effect on January 1, 2026, while the remaining provisions will take effect 60 days after passage. The fiscal note indicates minimal state impact, with the Department of Safety potentially requiring one new position to manage the background check process.

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