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failed · New Hampshire · House Feb 5, 2026

HB 1405: relative to the housing finance authority's affordable housing guarantee program.

HB 1405 establishes a program allowing New Hampshire's Housing Finance Authority to guarantee up to 80% of loans for affordable housing projects. This reduces risk for lenders financing housing where costs (rent/mortgage plus utilities/taxes) do not exceed 30% of residents' income, defined as 50-80% of state median income. The program limits annual guarantees to $30 million per lender and $300 million total statewide. It directly affects lenders, housing developers, and low/moderate-income residents seeking affordable homes.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates loan guarantee program to fund affordable housing projects for low/moderate-income residents (50-80% median income), reducing lender risk to increase development and affordability.95% confidence
Chris Muns (D) · 11 co-sponsors
failed · New Hampshire · House Feb 5, 2026

HB 1661: relative to expanding the housing finance authority's community heroes program and makes an appropriation therefor.

HB 1661 expands New Hampshire's Housing Finance Authority's "Community Heroes" program to provide homeownership assistance to essential workers. It appropriates $750,000 for fiscal year 2027 and $1.5 million annually thereafter from the General Fund to fund the program, with no more than 10% allowed for administrative costs. The program specifically targets eligible workers in healthcare, childcare, elder care, law enforcement, firefighting, education, and active military service, allowing them to use funds for down payments, closing costs, or interest rate reductions. The bill requires the Housing Finance Authority to establish rules defining eligibility and takes effect July 1, 2028, for the annual appropriation.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $1.5M annually from General Fund to fund homeownership assistance for essential workers, directly increasing public program funding.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingExpands homeownership assistance for essential workers via $1.5M annual funding, directly advancing affordable housing access through targeted financial support.95% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentTargets essential workers (healthcare, education, etc.) with homeownership assistance funding, expanding financial support for labor force stability.85% confidence
Chris Muns (D) · 11 co-sponsors
failed · New Hampshire · House Feb 5, 2026

HB 1615: permitting consenting adults to enter into contract-based marriage agreements as an alternative to the requirement of a marriage license.

HB 1615 would allow consenting adults to form legally binding private agreements, called "contract marriages," as an alternative to obtaining a state marriage license. These agreements would be governed solely by civil contract law, not family law, meaning they would not provide protections or processes related to divorce, child custody, or spousal support. Parties could optionally file a "Certificate of Contract Marriage" with the state for administrative purposes, but this filing would not create a public record or subject the agreement to family court. The bill explicitly states that contract marriages do not affect child welfare laws or change the existing requirement for a marriage license for couples seeking state-recognized marriage.
Matt Sabourin dit Choinière (R) · 10 co-sponsors
failed · New Hampshire · House Feb 5, 2026

HB 1333: relative to nonconsensual provision of medication intended to terminate a pregnancy and the homicide of a fetus.

This bill creates a first-degree murder charge for anyone who administers medication intended to terminate a pregnancy without the pregnant woman's knowledge or consent. It also changes when a fetus can be considered a homicide victim, removing the previous 20-week gestation limit and instead defining a "fetus" from conception (or implantation for IVF) until birth. These changes mean that nonconsensual administration of pregnancy-termination medication could now be prosecuted as murder, and killing a fetus at any stage would be treated as homicide under the new definition. The law takes effect January 1, 2027.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill creates new murder charge for nonconsensual abortion medication and expands homicide definition to conception, increasing criminalization.90% confidence ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill criminalizes nonconsensual abortion medication, restricting access to a healthcare service. Removes gestational limits, increasing legal risk for providers and potentially limiting reproductive healthcare access.95% confidence
Cy Aures (R) · 6 co-sponsors
failed · New Hampshire · Senate Feb 5, 2026

SB 584: increasing the amount of funding provided for students receiving special education services.

SB 584 increases state funding for students receiving special education services by adding $16,000 per student to the base education cost calculation. This change directly affects school districts and students in special education programs across New Hampshire, starting July 1, 2026. The bill modifies the formula used to determine per-pupil funding by specifying this additional amount for special education students, alongside existing adjustments for free/reduced meals and English language learners. The policy change aims to provide higher state support for these students' educational needs without altering current eligibility criteria.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesSB 584 explicitly increases state funding for special education by $16,000 per student, advancing public education spending under budget/fiscal management.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationIncreases special education funding by $16k/student, directly advancing student support in education policy95% confidence
Sue Prentiss (D) · 6 co-sponsors
failed · New Hampshire · House Feb 5, 2026

HB 1625: relative to annual reporting on accessory dwelling unit construction and use.

HB 1625 requires New Hampshire's Office of Planning and Development to produce an annual report on accessory dwelling units (ADUs), including data on their type (attached/detached), occupancy (owner, tenant, vacant), use as short-term rentals, affordability status, and conversions from existing structures. The report must include specific metrics to help state and local governments plan for housing growth and development. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026, and does not change ADU construction rules or funding requirements. The state anticipates the reporting system will require new staff and cost between $100,000 and $500,000 annually.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingRequires annual ADU reporting to inform housing planning, supporting data-driven development and potential expansion of affordable housing options.90% confidence
Bill Boyd (R) · 6 co-sponsors
failed · New Hampshire · House Feb 5, 2026

HB 1674: creating a tax exemption for certain lower-income property owners.

HB 1674 creates a new homestead tax exemption for lower-income homeowners in New Hampshire, directly affecting individuals who own and reside in a single primary residence. To qualify, applicants must have a household income at or below 100% of the median income for a 3-person household in their area (per HUD data), have lived at the property for at least one year prior to April 1, own no more than one property as their primary home, and meet their municipality’s assessed home value limits. Municipalities must hold a vote to adopt the exemption at a town meeting or through their legislative body; it is not automatic. The exemption would take effect on April 1, 2027, and applies only to properties meeting these specific income and residency criteria.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates homestead tax exemption for lower-income homeowners, providing direct tax relief per bill's summary.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingProvides tax relief to lower-income homeowners, directly increasing housing affordability for primary residences per income and residency criteria.95% confidence
Ellen Read (D) · 2 co-sponsors
failed · New Hampshire · House Feb 5, 2026

HB 1243: relative to contracting and investment decisions by executive branch agencies.

HB 1243 requires all New Hampshire executive branch agencies (like departments and commissions) to base every contracting and investment decision solely on directly benefiting state citizens. The bill mandates that agencies certify contracts meet this standard and prohibits considering any purpose unrelated to providing citizens with goods, services, or benefits - except for federal law compliance or multistate programs that directly help residents. It has minimal fiscal impact, costing less than $10,000 annually through 2029, and applies to all state agencies making purchasing or investment choices.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates agencies to base spending solely on citizen benefits, promoting fiscal responsibility in budget management with no tax or funding changes.95% confidence
Matt Sabourin dit Choinière (R) · 7 co-sponsors
failed · New Hampshire · House Feb 5, 2026

HB 1307: establishing a statutory commission to study the development of a statewide comprehensive civics curriculum.

HB 1307 establishes a 11-member commission to study developing a statewide civics curriculum for New Hampshire public schools. The commission includes educators (elementary, middle, and high school teachers), student representatives, state officials (like the Secretary of State and Education Commissioner), and legislative appointees. It will create a curriculum framework aligned with educational standards, design teacher training programs, and submit recommendations to the state education department and legislature by November 1, 2026. This bill directly affects public school teachers and students by initiating a formal process to enhance civics education, though it does not mandate curriculum changes itself.
Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill creates commission to develop statewide civics curriculum and teacher training, directly advancing curriculum standards and educator resources for K-12 schools.95% confidence
David Luneau (D) · 4 co-sponsors
failed · New Hampshire · House Feb 5, 2026

HR 31: urging New Hampshire counties to establish co-ed sports leagues.

This resolution urges New Hampshire counties to establish co-ed sports leagues that allow participants of all genders to compete together voluntarily. It specifically encourages counties to support these leagues in settings outside public school sports, including for transgender individuals. The resolution directs county clerks to distribute copies to all New Hampshire counties and the New Hampshire Association of Counties. It is a non-binding recommendation with no new legal requirements or funding mechanisms.
Bryan Morse (R)
failed · New Hampshire · House Feb 5, 2026

HB 1592: relative to compensation for jurors.

HB 1592 increases juror compensation in New Hampshire to match the federal rate of $50 per day, replacing the current system that paid $10 for half-days and $20 for full days. The bill directly affects all jurors serving in New Hampshire courts, eliminating the distinction between half-day and full-day payments. Key provisions require the state to pay the federal daily rate under 28 U.S.C. § 1871 for each day of service, including mileage at $0.20 per mile. This change will significantly increase state costs, with an estimated annual increase of over $740,000 starting in fiscal year 2028. The bill takes effect January 1, 2027.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill increases state spending on juror compensation to federal rate ($50/day), directly raising budget appropriations for court operations without tax changes.95% confidence
failed · New Hampshire · House Feb 5, 2026

HB 1400: creating a property tax exemption and credit opt-out mechanism.

HB 1400 allows property owners to opt out of funding locally adopted property tax credits or exemptions by submitting form PA-29 annually by April 15th. It directly affects property owners who pay local property taxes but do not currently receive any local tax credits or exemptions. The key provision requires annual submission of the form to stop contributing to these programs, with the exception that those already receiving benefits cannot opt out. This creates a straightforward mechanism for property owners to decline funding local tax programs without needing to alter their existing tax status. The bill takes effect 60 days after enactment.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesHB 1400 provides tax relief by allowing property owners not receiving local credits to opt out of funding them, reducing their tax burden through annual form submission.90% confidence
Jonathan Smith (R) · 6 co-sponsors
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