Melissa GrenierSupportManchester, NHfor MyselfFeb 12, 2025
I support funding for search and rescue operations.
HB573
House · 2025 sessionBipartisanKilled in HouseFish and game search-rescue funding
AIDirects general funds to support fish and game search and rescue operations, authorizes the department to solicit and collect donations through new technology, and appropriates funds for that purpose.
relative to the funding for search and rescue operations of the fish and game department and making an appropriation therefor.
Fish & GameAgency Appropriations
Status
Killed in the House — Inexpedient to Legislate · March 13, 2025- ✓Introduced
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Division of testimony
34 submissionsSupport 30Oppose 4Neutral 0
Oliver MatteSupportNorth Sutton, NHfor MyselfFeb 12, 2025
Psilocybin has been studied and shown to have immense mental health benefits for those struggling with ailments such as severe depression and PTSD. We must support more avenues to help people live happier and more fulfilled lives.
Edward HaasOpposeKeene, NHfor MyselfFeb 12, 2025
Search and rescue operations should be billed at cost to the users; users of Fish & Game search and rescue have put themselves in jeopardy, not comparable to normal ambulance services (which get billed back anyway)
Lisa KauhlSupportWindham, NHfor MyselfFeb 12, 2025
I support this bill
Gail HenrySupportSalisbury, NHfor MyselfFeb 12, 2025
This is a good bill. NHF&G are needed more and more to rescue inexperienced and/or unprepared hikers. The HikeSafe card isn't enough. If F&G personnel are called for these rescues, other areas suffer. They should have all the tools necessary to effect these rescues.
Matthew MorrisSupportTilton, NHfor MyselfFeb 12, 2025
I support this bill that would grant NHFG additional resources for Search and Rescue efforts.
Philip AndrewsOpposeNew Ipswich, NHfor MyselfFeb 12, 2025
The burden of search and rescue costs should be upon the one who needed the rescuing, not the taxpayers of the State of NH. This bill is allowing for the risky actions of a few to increase the burden of the many. While some rescues are for a disabled person or lost child, I would suspect the large amount of cost incurred are related to people making poor decisions. These people should be forced to repay the cost of their rescue which would likely offset the need for this new expense. My understanding is that it is rare for a rescued individual to actually be billed for the fill cost of the search and rescue, this is what needs to change.
Brett ThelenSupportHarrisville, NHfor MyselfFeb 12, 2025
It’s vital that we create a sustainable funding source for search & rescue operations without straining NHFG’s budget and taking resources away from important wildlife work. This bill is a step in the right direction.
Nicole BensonSupportNewmarket, NHfor MyselfFeb 12, 2025
I strongly support this bill to increase funding for the New Hampshire Fish and Game Search and Rescue Operations. Vital Public Service: Fish and Game Search and Rescue provides an invaluable public service, often responding to dangerous and challenging situations in remote and rugged terrain. Underfunded Heroes: These dedicated volunteers and professionals risk their own safety to rescue hikers, hunters, boaters, and others in distress. They deserve adequate resources to carry out their critical mission effectively. Improved Safety and Efficiency: Increased funding would allow for: Enhanced training and equipment: Providing rescuers with the best possible training and the latest in search and rescue technology. Improved communication and coordination: Enhancing communication and coordination between agencies involved in search and rescue operations. Increased staffing levels: Ensuring adequate staffing to respond to emergencies quickly and efficiently. Investing in Fish and Game Search and Rescue is an investment in public safety and the well-being of our communities. This can also lead to more tourism in our White Mountains. Visitors will know that NH is known for their safety and investment in the their wellbeing. With more Tourism this can lead to economic stability in the north part of the state. Thank you for considering.
Theodore CapronSupportNew Hampton, NHfor MyselfFeb 12, 2025
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Margaret KonzeSupportPembroke, NHfor MyselfFeb 12, 2025
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Hannah WillcuttSupportNorth Sutton, NHfor MyselfFeb 12, 2025
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Laurie ZalewskiOpposeConcord, NHfor MyselfFeb 12, 2025
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Cheryl CavaleriSupportkeene, NHfor MyselfFeb 12, 2025
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Kenneth Kreis SrOpposeLoudon, NHfor MyselfFeb 12, 2025
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Janet LucasSupportCampton, NHfor MyselfFeb 12, 2025
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Susan PriceSupportNewfields, NHfor MyselfFeb 12, 2025
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Lee WellsSupportANDOVER, NHfor MyselfFeb 12, 2025
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Kelly McGowanSupportNewfields, NHfor MyselfFeb 12, 2025
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Jan PendleburySupportGoffstown, NHfor MyselfFeb 12, 2025
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Jocelyn DuffySupportPeterborough, NHfor MyselfFeb 12, 2025
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Jennifer WieselquistSupportNewmarket, NHfor MyselfFeb 12, 2025
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CAROL GULLASupportNEWMARKET, NHfor MyselfFeb 12, 2025
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Kathy HarterSupportNewmarket, NHfor MyselfFeb 12, 2025
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Heather DurantSupportNewmarket, NHfor MyselfFeb 12, 2025
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