State Sen. David Starr: OHRVs are a vital part of the North Country economy

In my last letter, I said that I would write to my constituents with a focus on the important issues facing our district. In Concord last week, there were a slew of public hearings in the House on five bills that would restrict and curtail off-highway recreational vehicles.

OHRVs are a critical part of the North Country economy and tourism industry. Each year, the OHRV industry brings millions of dollars into our municipalities. During my brief time in the Senate, I have received more mail, phone calls and emails on these bills than on any other matter. People from across the country are flocking to Coos and Grafton Counties for the best OHRV trails. Very few people, if any, are going off-roading in Dover, Nashua or Portsmouth.

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