With bipartisan support, the New Hampshire Senate approved a proposal for a site evaluation committee Thursday after the body’s previous proposal generated pushback and criticism from North Country residents and lawmakers.
An amended version of House Bill 707 passed on a voice vote Thursday afternoon after it was recommended by the Senate Finance Committee, 7-1, on Tuesday.
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