New Hampshire · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 298: relative to the scope of review of state agency interpretations, prohibiting the use of scented products in public areas of state buildings, and establishing a committee to study the implementation and effectiveness of the mandatory statewide certification process and operational standards for recovery residences.
Passed both chambers Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 298 is a bill introduced in the New Hampshire Senate on February 25, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: relative to the scope of review of state agency interpretations, prohibiting the use of scented products in public areas of state buildings, and establishing a committee to study the implementation and effectiveness of the mandatory statewide certification process and operational standards for recovery residences. Primary sponsor: Kevin Avard (Republican). Most recent recorded action (May 21, 2026): Sen. Pearl Moved Nonconcur with the House Amendment, MA, VV; 05/21/2026; SJ 13.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kevin Avard | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 12 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Sen. Pearl Moved Nonconcur with the House Amendment, MA, VV; 05/21/2026; SJ 13
- Ought to Pass with Amendment 2026-1751h and 2026-1958h: MA VV 05/14/2026 HJ 13 P. 77
- FLAM # 2026-1958h (NT) (Rep. Layon): AA DV 176-166 05/14/2026 HJ 13 P. 75
- Amendment # 2026-1751h: AA VV 05/14/2026 HJ 13 P. 74
- Minority Committee Report: Refer for Interim Study
- Majority Committee Report: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-1751h 05/06/2026 (Vote 9-7; RC) HC 19 P. 23
- ==CONTINUED== Executive Session: 05/06/2026 11:00 am GP 231
- ==RECESSED== Executive Session: 04/29/2026 10:00 am GP 231
- Full Committee Work Session: 04/08/2026 10:00 am GP 231
- Public Hearing: 03/25/2026 01:50 pm GP 231
- ==CANCELLED== Public Hearing: 03/25/2026 02:05 pm GP 231
- ==CANCELLED== Public Hearing: 03/19/2026 02:00 pm GP 231
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