House Bill 281 is a vitally important bill for New Hampshire ratepayers that the New Hampshire House & Senate.
House Bill 281 is a bill aimed at enhancing public participation and strengthening enforcement in the energy siting process. It elevates the status of the public's input to that of an intervenor, giving ordinary citizens a stronger voice in shaping decisions related to energy siting. The bill also involves the Department of Energy's enforcement division, which brings specialized expertise and resources to effectively monitor and enforce energy siting certificates. Additionally, HB 281 seeks to streamline municipal net metering and reduce regulatory costs, benefiting ratepayers and taxpayers alike.