Bill > SB424

This bill modifies the organizational structure of the New Hampshire Department of Business and Economic Affairs by eliminating the specific position of northern county area industrial agent and granting the commissioner broader discretionary powers to manage regional economic development. Specifically, the bill empowers the commissioner to assign departmental directors and employees to focus on economic development in specific areas of the state, with a mandate to ensure equal service across all regions based on their economic needs. The bill repeals the existing statutory provision for the northern county area industrial agent and allows the commissioner to redistribute that position's responsibilities among current staff. The change is expected to result in annual budget savings of approximately $111,313 starting in fiscal year 2027, with no new funding or positions being created. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage, and the Department of Business and Economic Affairs will absorb the former agent's responsibilities through existing staff and resources.

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