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New Hampshire's HB 1440, which mandates property owners in carbon sequestration programs to submit management plans to state agencies, has encountered significant opposition during a hearing. Critics argue the bill infringes on property rights and is premature due to an ongoing study and a moratorium on new carbon projects until 2027, while supporters cite public safety concerns related to forest fires. Opponents, including the New Hampshire Timberland Owners Association, contend that existing regulations are adequate and warn that the legislation could discourage land ownership and hinder participation in carbon markets.