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This bill modifies the existing law regarding the Hampton Beach Master Plan Fund by expanding its scope and providing specific funding. The bill amends the statute to allow the fund to receive additional types of funds beyond gifts and donations, explicitly including appropriations and funds for the commission's operations and initiatives. It appropriates $5,000 to the Hampton Beach Master Plan Fund for each of two fiscal years (FY 2026 and FY 2027), which can be used to support the commission's operations, pay implementation expenses, and cover costs related to commissioners and employees. The fund is established in the state treasurer's office and is designated as a non-lapsing fund, meaning any unspent money will not return to the general state treasury at the end of the fiscal year. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2025, and provides the governor with the authorization to draw warrants for the appropriated funds from the state treasury. This legislation aims to provide stable, dedicated funding for the Hampton Beach area commission's ongoing work and initiatives.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

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