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NH HB1340

Bill

Status

Introduced

12/1/2025

Primary Sponsor

Jeremy Slottje

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes the "Right to Earn a Living Act," declaring that the right to pursue a business or profession free from arbitrary government interference is a fundamental civil right

  • Requires all state and local agencies to conduct a comprehensive review of occupational regulations within one year and report to the legislature within 15 months on actions taken to repeal or modify regulations that are not demonstrably necessary for public health, safety, or welfare

  • Allows any person to petition an agency to repeal or modify occupational regulations or public service restrictions, with agencies required to respond within 90 days

  • Creates a judicial remedy allowing petitioners to file suit in superior court if their petition is not favorably acted upon within 90 days, with plaintiffs eligible for attorney's fees and injunctive relief if they prevail

  • Preempts all inconsistent local rules, regulations, and ordinances regarding occupational licensing, declaring them null and void

Legislative Description

Limiting occupational regulations to those demonstrably necessary to achieve public health, safety, or welfare objectives.

Last Action

Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 03/11/2026 House Journal 7

3/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Executive Departments and Administration12/1/2025

Full Bill Text

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