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NH CACR16

CA

Status

Introduced

12/1/2025

Primary Sponsor

Ellen Read

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes a new Article 2-c to the New Hampshire Constitution establishing a right for property owners or those with legal permission to sleep, rest, or temporarily occupy real property

  • Prohibits laws or ordinances from restricting sleeping on property solely on the basis of being present for sleeping purposes, as long as the occupation is otherwise lawful

  • Requires the amendment to be placed on the November 2026 general election ballot for voter approval

  • Amendment becomes effective if approved by two-thirds of voters and proclaimed by the governor

  • Addresses a gap in current law where no explicit constitutional protection exists for sleeping on one's own or legally occupied property

Legislative Description

Relating to property. Providing that individuals may sleep on property they own or have a legal right to occupy.

Last Action

Minority Committee Report: Ought to Pass

2/9/2026

Committee Referrals

Housing12/1/2025

Full Bill Text

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