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NH HB1159
Bill
Status
Engrossed
2/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Carol McGuire
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AI Summary
- Updates New Hampshire's state building code by adopting the 2024 editions of multiple International Code Council publications, replacing the 2021 versions
- Adopts the 2024 versions of: International Building Code, International Existing Building Code, International Plumbing Code, International Mechanical Code, International Swimming Pool and Spa Code, and International Residential Code
- Retains the International Energy Conservation Code 2018 and National Electrical Code 2023 without changes
- Changes the reference date for state building code review board approved amendments from April 11, 2025 to October 10, 2025
- Authorizes the building code review board to approve errata issued by model code organizations and amendments informed by such errata
- Takes effect 60 days after passage
Legislative Description
Relative to updating the state building code.
Last Action
Ought to Pass with Amendment #2026-1058s, Motion Adopted, Voice Vote; OT3rdg; 03/12/2026; Senate Journal 6
3/6/2026
Committee Referrals
Executive Departments and Administration2/13/2026
Executive Departments and Administration12/1/2025
Full Bill Text
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