(a) The installation of memorials or other commemorative items on land owned or controlled by the department, including public boat access areas, shall be prohibited unless:
- (1) The form, location, and materials used are approved in advance by the executive director; and
- (2) The receipt of the commemorative items are approved by the governor and executive council when required by RSA 4:8, I or the fish and game commission when required by RSA 206:33-a.
- (b) The donation of memorials or other commemorative items shall be submitted for approval to the fish and game commission pursuant to RSA 206:33-a, I if the value of the item(s) is no more than $2,500.00.
- (c) The donation of memorials or other commemorative items shall be submitted for approval to the governor and executive council, pursuant to RSA 4:8, I, if the value of the item(s) exceeds $2,500.00.
- (d) A special use permit shall be required for the scattering of human or animal ashes from cremation on land owned or controlled by the department, provided that no bones, teeth, or any other identifiable human remains shall be so deposited.
- (e) A special use permit shall be required for any ceremony connected to the installation of a memorial that involves 15 or more persons, or that involves alteration of a department facility or alteration of the landscape of department property.
- (f) Memorials installed on department lands without the required authorizations shall be removed by the executive director or designee, and disposed of pursuant to RSA 471-C:14. In the event the value of the memorial exceeds $250.00, the matter shall be referred to the office of the attorney general seeking assistance to obtain appropriate legal relief against the apparent owner of the memorial.
Source. #12118, eff 2-24-17; ss by #14495, eff 1-27-26, EXPIRES: 1-27-36