relative to hotel and motel operations.

SB 19 permits hotels, motels, and similar lodging establishments to deny rental agreements to guests under 21 years of age without violating public accommodation laws. The bill amends New Hampshire law by adding a specific provision stating that such age-based policies are not prohibited. This directly affects lodging businesses that currently implement minimum age requirements for guests and guests under 21 seeking accommodations. The law became effective immediately upon the governor's signature on June 19, 2025.