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HB 2026

relative to the state 10-year transportation improvement plan; relative to toll rate adjustments and periodic toll reviews for the New Hampshire turnpike system to support the 2027-2036 ten-year transportation plan; and relative to reconstruction of the Gregg Mill Road Bridge in the town of New Boston.

2026 Regular Session

HB 2026 establishes New Hampshire's 10-year transportation infrastructure plan with committee-recommended amendments affecting state road and transit investment priorities.

Enrolled (in recess of) 06/04/2026
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Bill Summary · HB 2026

Legislative bill overview

HB 2026 addresses New Hampshire's 10-year transportation improvement plan, with recent committee action recommending passage alongside amendments. The bill has already received strong committee support (13-0 vote) and has been amended during the legislative process, indicating substantive discussion about transportation infrastructure priorities and planning mechanisms.

Why is this important

Long-term transportation plans shape public investment in roads, bridges, and transit for the coming decade, affecting both infrastructure quality and state budget allocation. How New Hampshire prioritizes and funds these improvements impacts economic development, public safety, and tax burden across communities, making the plan's contents and methodology consequential for residents and municipalities.

Potential points of contention

  • Funding mechanisms and sources – Whether the plan relies on gas taxes, tolls, bond issues, or other revenue sources, and whether those mechanisms are sustainable or adequately funded
  • Geographic equity – How projects are distributed between urban, suburban, and rural areas, potentially favoring certain regions over others
  • Project selection criteria – Whether prioritization emphasizes maintenance of existing infrastructure versus new construction, or regional political influence versus objective needs assessment
  • Timeline flexibility – Whether the 10-year plan allows adjustments for emerging needs or economic changes, or if it locks in priorities that may become outdated

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

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