WITH NEARLY 1,100 proposed bills in the hopper, it’s revealing to look at the top topics ahead in 2026 and who has come forward with the most concepts.

It’s important to remember, senators every year keep dozens of their own bills confidential and they can remain that way at least until the Senate begins its business sessions in January.

Since the state recently lost a school funding lawsuit, it should come as no surprise that education (87) is one of the most popular issues that lawmakers will present next year.

The fact is education has been a big bill driver for quite some time.

That’s why House Speaker Sherman Packard , R-Londonderry, finally decided in 2024 to split up the House Education Committee in half, one to deal with policy and administration and the other solely on edu

See Full Page