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HB 1144

amending the excavation tax rate.

2026 Regular Session

HB 1144 modifies New Hampshire's excavation tax rate, potentially affecting construction material costs and state revenue from natural resource extraction.

Minority Committee Report: Ought to Pass
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Bill Summary · HB 1144

Legislative bill overview

HB 1144 proposes to amend New Hampshire's excavation tax rate, which is a tax levied on the extraction of natural materials like sand, gravel, and stone. The bill has been scheduled for introduction on January 7, 2026, and will be referred to the Ways and Means Committee for review. The specific rate change has not yet been disclosed in the available information.

Why is this important

Excavation taxes directly affect the cost of construction materials and infrastructure projects, influencing everything from home building to road maintenance. Changes to this tax rate can impact both the construction industry's competitiveness and the state's revenue generation from natural resource extraction.

Potential points of contention

  • Business cost impacts: Increasing the tax could raise construction material costs for businesses and consumers; decreasing it may reduce state revenue during budget constraints
  • Environmental considerations: The bill may lack provisions addressing environmental remediation or habitat restoration tied to extraction activities
  • Competitive positioning: Changes could affect New Hampshire's competitiveness relative to neighboring states' excavation tax rates and material sourcing decisions

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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