New Hampshire Bills

failed · New Hampshire · House Mar 23, 2026

HB 1472: relative to the suspension period in cases involving the administrative appeals unit relative to licensure or certification concerning lead paint poisoning prevention.

HB 1472 changes the process for individuals or educational programs licensed in lead paint poisoning prevention who have had their licenses revoked. It establishes a fixed 2-year waiting period before they can reapply for a license or certificate after receiving the initial revocation notice. This applies specifically to those certified for lead abatement, inspection, or educational services related to lead poisoning prevention. The bill replaces indefinite suspension with a clear timeline for reapplication.

failed · New Hampshire · House Mar 20, 2026

HB 488: relative to limiting conflicts of interest and concentrations of power for municipalboard and committee members.

This bill limits conflicts of interest for municipal board and committee members in New Hampshire by prohibiting them from holding certain incompatible offices simultaneously. It specifically bans combinations like serving as both a selectman and treasurer, a town clerk and another elected office (with limited exceptions for tax collector roles), or a full-time municipal employee and positions on planning or budget committees. Existing officeholders with conflicting roles may remain until the next election, but new appointments must comply with these restrictions. The law applies to all municipal boards, committees, and related positions across the state.

passed · New Hampshire · House Mar 20, 2026

HB 173: relative to maintaining the purpose of a petitioned warrant article.

HB 173 prevents towns from changing the main topic or purpose of a petitioned warrant article (a proposal placed on a town meeting agenda via petition) through amendments. It specifically prohibits altering the subject matter of such articles, though amendments adjusting budget amounts are allowed. This bill directly affects town meeting participants, petitioners, and local officials who manage meeting agendas. The law amends New Hampshire's RSA 40:13 to clarify this restriction and takes effect 60 days after passage.

failed · New Hampshire · House Mar 20, 2026

HB 1296: relative to the conditions for, and procedures for the adoption of, the elderly tax exemption.

HB 1296 raises the income and asset thresholds for New Hampshire's elderly property tax exemption, directly affecting residents aged 65+ who own their homes. It increases the maximum allowable annual income for single seniors from $13,400 to $23,300 (and for married couples from $20,400 to $35,500), while raising the asset limit from $35,000 to $60,900. The bill also requires annual adjustments to these thresholds based on inflation, using the Consumer Price Index, starting in 2026. Municipalities must apply these updated minimums automatically, though they may set higher limits if desired.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

signed · New Hampshire · House Mar 19, 2026

HB 705: relative to health care cost transparency.

HB 705 requires health insurance carriers in New Hampshire to publish specific cost data online in digital files, directly affecting insurers and making it easier for consumers to compare prices. The bill mandates three types of publicly accessible files: in-network provider rates (including negotiated prices), out-of-network allowed amounts, and prescription drug pricing (both current negotiated rates and historical average costs). All data must be updated monthly, include plain-language descriptions, and be free to access without login requirements. The law takes effect for plan years beginning January 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

passed · New Hampshire · House Mar 18, 2026

HB 1033: establishing a commission to study the legislative bill enrollment process.

HB 1033 establishes a commission to study the process for enrolling legislative bills - the procedure handling bills from official recording until they reach the governor. The commission will include eight members: three House representatives (two appointed by the House Speaker, one by the minority leader), two Senate members (appointed by the Senate President), the Senate and House clerks, and the Secretary of State. It must study current enrollment procedures, identify potential improvements, and submit findings and recommendations to legislative leaders and the governor by November 1, 2026. This bill does not change existing laws but creates a formal review of an internal legislative administrative process.

failed · New Hampshire · House Mar 16, 2026

HB 1171: relative to eviction safeguards for tenants whose Social Security payments are disrupted.

HB 1171 creates a 90-day grace period for renters who miss rent payments due to an unexpected interruption in their monthly Social Security benefits. The bill directly affects residential tenants in New Hampshire whose Social Security payments are halted unexpectedly, providing time to secure alternative housing or funding without facing immediate eviction. It amends state law to require landlords to grant this 90-day extension when rent is missed specifically because of disrupted Social Security payments. The law takes effect January 1, 2027.

Topics ✓ Housing

in committee · New Hampshire · House Mar 16, 2026

HB 1408: prohibiting public disclosure of personal information on the Internet by an elected official.

This bill prohibits elected officials from publicly sharing a constituent's personal information online with the intent to harass, threaten, or incite violence. It defines "personal information" broadly to include addresses, phone numbers, social media profiles, photos, and online identifiers. Violators face misdemeanor penalties of up to $500 or one year in jail, and constituents can request removal of their information by providing evidence of an immediate safety threat. The law applies to state and local elected officials and takes effect January 1, 2027.

Topics ✓ Technology

failed · New Hampshire · House Mar 13, 2026

HB 1609: limiting the use of state, county, and municipal funds and property for construction and operation of certain immigrant detention facilities.

HB 1609 prohibits New Hampshire state, county, and municipal governments from using public funds or property to build, operate, or pay for immigrant detention facilities, particularly those managed by private companies. It bans spending on construction, renovation, repurposing public property for detention, selling public property for such use, and making payments to private detention operators. The bill does not affect existing 287(g) agreements between local law enforcement and federal immigration authorities or the provision of health and safety services to detained individuals. Counties may face potential revenue losses if they stop cooperating with federal immigration programs, but municipalities are not expected to have financial impacts.

Topics ✗ Budget & Taxes ✗ Criminal Justice ✗ Immigration

failed · New Hampshire · House Mar 13, 2026

HB 1561: prohibiting nationals of the People's Republic of China from enrollment in masters and doctorate degree programs, participation in research, and full time employment at public institutions of higher education.

HB 1561 prohibits non-U.S. citizens from the People's Republic of China (PRC nationals, including those with ties to PRC government entities) from attending New Hampshire's accredited public and private colleges and universities. It requires institutions to obtain notarized affidavits from all applicants and students confirming they are not PRC nationals, with affected individuals given 90 days to voluntarily withdraw after the law takes effect. Institutions failing to comply face daily $1,000 fines, while PRC nationals who refuse to withdraw face mandatory expulsion and potential federal referral. Violations by individuals or staff are classified as class A misdemeanors.

Topics ✗ Education ✗ Immigration

failed · New Hampshire · House Mar 13, 2026

HCR 12: calling upon the federal delegation from New Hampshire to support Medicare for All, a universal health insurance program that guarantees all people the health care they need.

HCR 12 is a New Hampshire legislative resolution urging the state's federal congressional delegation to support Medicare for All. It requests federal lawmakers pursue legislation establishing universal health coverage through Medicare, including comprehensive benefits like dental, vision, and prescription drugs without deductibles, and transitioning current Medicaid recipients into the program. The resolution outlines six key provisions for such a system, emphasizing preventive care, provider choice, cost controls, and quality oversight. As a non-binding resolution, it does not change federal law but expresses the legislature's position on health care policy.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

failed · New Hampshire · House Mar 13, 2026

HB 1760: repealing the directive that the department of health and human services seek a waiver to establish pharmacy copayment and premium requirements under the state Medicaid plan and making an appropriation therefor.

HB 1760 repeals a requirement that the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services seek a waiver to impose pharmacy copayments and premiums on Medicaid beneficiaries, including those in the New Hampshire Advantage Health Care Program and the Children's Health Insurance Program. It removes specific law sections (2025, 141:65; RSA 126-AA:2-a; and RSA 126-A:3, IX) that would have mandated these cost-sharing measures. The bill appropriates funds to the Department of Health and Human Services to cover the resulting revenue shortfall for the 2026-2027 biennium. This change directly eliminates new costs for Medicaid participants while maintaining program funding stability.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare

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