Revision: Jan. 29, 2026, 9:38 a.m.
Senate Election Law and Municipal Affairs
January 27, 2026
2026-0346s
08/07
Amendment to SB 489
Amend the title of the bill by replacing it with the following:
AN ACT altering the appointment process for the board of tax and land appeals.
Amend the bill by replacing all after the enacting clause with the following:
1 Board of Tax and Land Appeals; Appointment; Term; Chairman. Amend RSA 71-B:2 to read as follows:
71-B:2 Appointment; Term; Chairman. The members of the board shall be appointed by and serve at the pleasure of the governor and council, rather than fixed terms. The governor and council shall appoint one member as chairman to serve in that capacity for the duration of his or her term. The executive council shall hold a hearing prior to confirmation according to the procedures under RSA 4:44.
2 Effective Date. This act shall take effect upon its passage.
2026-0346s
AMENDED ANALYSIS
This bill alters the appointment process for the board of tax and land appeals.