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NH HB1177
Bill
Status
12/1/2025
Primary Sponsor
Mark MacKenzie
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AI Summary
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Defines "remote work" as a flexible work arrangement where an employee performs work at an alternative worksite under a written agreement, rather than at an agency worksite on a regular basis
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Requires employers to reimburse remote workers for all necessary work-related expenses, including internet and phone bills, computers, monitors, office supplies, and mileage costs
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Mandates that remote workers receive the same protections and rights as in-person workers, including meal and rest breaks, overtime, and paid time off
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Obligates employers to ensure remote workplace safety by providing necessary equipment, evaluating ergonomic factors, offering safety training, and maintaining hazard-free work environments
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Requires employers to establish communication channels for reporting safety concerns, implement data security measures, and inform remote workers about workers' compensation procedures for work-related injuries
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Takes effect January 1, 2027
Legislative Description
Adding a definition to the labor laws regarding remote work and defining the nature of such employment.
Last Action
Minority Committee Report: Ought to Pass
2/3/2026