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NH HB1703

Bill

Status

Introduced

12/12/2025

Primary Sponsor

Thomas Walsh

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires all bicycles and electric bicycles operated on state or municipally funded paths, trails, or roadways to register annually with the Division of Motor Vehicles for a $50 fee

  • Registration certificates must be carried by operators or registration numbers permanently affixed to the bicycle, with registrations valid for one year from issuance

  • Imposes a $100 fine per violation for operating an unregistered bicycle or electric bicycle on public ways

  • Directs all registration fees and penalty revenue to the Department of Transportation for creating and maintaining bicycle routes, lanes, paths, and trails

  • Exempts peace officers operating bicycles in uniform during official duties, and removes municipal authority to issue local bicycle licenses

Legislative Description

Relative to establishing a registration fee for bicycles and electric bicycles using state or municipally funded bike paths, trails, or roadways.

Last Action

Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 02/19/2026 House Journal 5

2/19/2026

Committee Referrals

Transportation12/12/2025

Full Bill Text

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