CONCORD, N.H.- The House Public Works and Highways Committee will hear testimony this week on a bill that would lead to noticeable increases at the tolls as a way to raise $53 million a year in support of the turnpike system and shift much of the burden onto the shoulders of non-residents.

On Tuesday lawmakers will discuss Senate Bill 627 a measure which has seen strong opposition from Gov. Kelly Ayotte after the Senate passed the measure last month.

Under the bill not only would motorist see noticeable increase at the tolls, but it would also allow for New Hampshire motorist who lack an E-ZPass transponder to get one at no charge and allow for non-residents to purchase one at the same 30% discount from the toll rate given to residents.