New Hampshire Senate Bill SB67

New Hampshire 2023 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/12/23
• Refer: 1/12/23
• Report Pass: 2/16/23
• Engrossed: 3/20/23
• Refer: 3/20/23
• Report Pass: 5/25/23
• Enrolled: 6/30/23
• Chaptered: 8/1/23
• Passed: 8/1/23

Caption

Relative to changes to certain weights and measures statutes.

Impact

If enacted, SB67 would affect several aspects of regulations surrounding weights and measures that impact agricultural sectors and businesses engaged in commercial sales. The amendments would grant the commissioner of agriculture clearer authority to investigate complaints and enforce guidelines, thereby strengthening the enforcement mechanisms within the state’s agricultural framework. This act is expected to influence the predictability and reliability of product measurements, which could subsequently improve consumer confidence.

Summary

SB67 proposes amendments to the existing weights and measures statutes in the state, specifically targeting the accuracy and enforcement of commercial quantity determination practices. The bill introduces modifications to the existing regulations, aiming to streamline procedures related to the oversight of weights and measures utilized in various commercial transactions. By defining clearer operational standards and required investigations into compliance, SB67 aims to enhance the accuracy in how goods are measured and weighed.

Contention

Notably, the adjustments in SB67 may raise concerns among business owners or farmers who rely heavily on specific practices for their commercial transactions. The potentially increased regulatory oversight might be viewed as cumbersome, particularly for smaller enterprises. Additionally, the bill's implementation may require adjustments to existing operational practices to comply with the new enforcement standards, leading to a debate over the balance between necessary regulation and the burden of compliance on smaller players within the agricultural and commercial sectors.