New Hampshire

Pending Legislation

House Bill 1748: Energy Efficiency and Resource Development Authority

Introduced: Representative Joseph Sweeney (R-025)

Summary: Establishes the New Hampshire energy efficiency and resource development authority.

Design-Build Impact: This authority will be able to lend money to a business in the state that solely supports the nuclear generation business, including nuclear design-build firms.

Last Action: May 19, 2026: The bill was referred to the HOUSE Committee on SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY and ENERGY. A public hearing was held on February 9. The bill is currently within interim study. The bill has been scheduled for a Full Committee Work Session and an Executive Session/Hearing on June 2.

Status: In Committee

DBIA Position: Support

DBIA Priority Level: Low