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This bill requires local school boards in New Hampshire to discuss and vote on charitable contributions, gifts, or donations in a public session before rejecting them, and applies this requirement to multiple sections of state law related to school funding and resources. Specifically, the bill amends existing statutes covering innovation school plans, trust funds, epinephrine auto-injectors, bronchodilators, school district trust funds, public recreation areas, and regional career and technical education center programs. By mandating that any potential rejection of a donation must be done through a transparent, public vote, the legislation aims to increase accountability and provide more visibility into school board decision-making processes regarding financial contributions. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage, giving school boards time to adjust their procedures to comply with the new requirement. The goal appears to be ensuring that potential donations are not arbitrarily refused without public deliberation and that the community has an opportunity to understand the reasoning behind any donation rejections.

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