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NH HB1452
Bill
Status
12/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Aidan Ankarberg
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AI Summary
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Allows the DMV commissioner to waive the driver education course requirement for youth operator license applicants under 18 years old if a parent, guardian, or other responsible adult provides equivalent classroom instruction and behind-the-wheel training
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The adult providing instruction must hold a valid New Hampshire driver's license
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Amends existing law requiring driver education certificates for youth licenses to also accept this waiver as an alternative
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Estimated state expenditures of $134,000 in FY 2027, $138,000 in FY 2028, and $145,000 in FY 2029 for a new attorney position to manage waiver reviews, develop protocols, and support program oversight
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Takes effect 60 days after passage
Legislative Description
Relative to parent-taught driver education as an alternative to traditional driver education programs.
Last Action
Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Regular Calendar 178-155 02/05/2026 House Journal 3
2/5/2026