BILL TITLE, SPONSOR(S), LEGISLATIVE ACTIONS NHADA POSITION PROPOSAL SB 157 relative to inspection and registration of certain fleet vehicles and necessary amendments and administrative rules regarding the state implementation plan. Sponsors: (Prime) Denise Ricciardi Monitor HB 239 defining and enabling lane filtering. Sponsors: (Prime) Ellen Read, JD Bernardy, Henry Giasson Opposed SB 273 relative to motorist duties when approaching highway emergencies involving a stopped or standing vehicle. Sponsors: (Prime) Donovan Fenton Support HB 411 relative to making the use of a mobile electronic device while driving a secondary offense. Sponsors: (Prime) Ellen Read, Mark Warden, Tom Mannion Opposed HB 174 increasing the maximum weight of a utility terrain vehicle to 3,500 pounds unladen dry weight. Sponsors: (Prime) Mike Ouellet, Brian Cole, Richard Lascelles, Arnold Davis, Lori Korzen, Ron Dunn, Sean Durkin, Michael Murphy Support HB 127 extending the closing date of the OHRV trails on the Connecticut River Headwaters property from September 30 to Columbus Day. Sponsors: (Prime) Ouellet (R), Durkin (R), Tierney (R), Lascelles (R), Korzen (R), Rochefort (R) Support SB 67 relative to workers’ compensation and resolution of payment disputes. Sponsors: (Prime) Tim McGough Support HB 744 relative to workers’ compensation indemnity benefits percentage. Sponsors: (Prime) Mark MacKenzie Oppose HB 299 relative to the award of attorneys’ fees and costs in workers’ compensation claims. Sponsors: (Prime) Stephen Pearson, Suzanne Prentiss, Mike Bordes Opposed HB 354 relative to alternate certification pathways for career and technical education instructors. Sponsors: (Prime) Rick Ladd, David Watters, Peter Leishman, Glenn Cordelli, Patricia Cornell, Ruth Ward, Timothy Lang, Howard Pearl, Kristin Noble Support WELCOME, JAY O’LEARY! We are thrilled to announce that Jay O’Leary, former State Police Lieutenant and Troop G Commander, has joined the NHADA team as our new Government Relations & Compliance Specialist. With extensive experience leading Troop G, which oversees the inspection and regulation of commercial vehicles — including those operated by motor vehicle dealerships and transportation companies — Jay brings invaluable expertise to this role. His background will not only enhance our compliance efforts but also play a key role in advancing our legislative advocacy initiatives this year and beyond. Welcome to the team, Jay! 5
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