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NH HB1058

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

11/12/2025

Primary Sponsor

Donald McFarlane

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Allows carrying loaded firearms on off-highway recreational vehicles (OHRVs) when operated on private property with the landowner's express or implied permission
  • Excludes permission granted solely through public rights-of-way, public trails, or designated OHRV trail/corridors from this exemption
  • Clarifies that a firearm is not considered "loaded" if ammunition is in an attached magazine or storage device but no round is chambered
  • Maintains existing exemptions for law enforcement officers on duty and persons legally permitted to carry pistols or revolvers
  • Takes effect January 1, 2027

Legislative Description

Enabling the carrying of a firearm on an OHRV when such OHRV is being operated on private property.

Last Action

Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 03/05/2026 House Journal 6

3/5/2026

Committee Referrals

Criminal Justice and Public Safety11/12/2025

Full Bill Text

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