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NH SB521

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/26/2026

Primary Sponsor

Tara Reardon

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits camping, erecting tents, or sleeping on private property without written permission from the owner or the owner's continuous presence and consent in municipalities with populations greater than 10,000 residents

  • Exempts licensed campgrounds and recreational camping parks regulated under RSA 216-I from the prohibition

  • Allows law enforcement to enforce the prohibition without obtaining a formal no-trespass order from the property owner

  • Establishes violations as a violation-level offense for individuals or a misdemeanor for other entities, with violators liable for restoration costs for any damage to private land

  • Takes effect January 1, 2027

Legislative Description

Relative to unauthorized camping on private property.

Last Action

Public Hearing: 03/18/2026 12:30 pm GP 159

3/10/2026

Committee Referrals

Criminal Justice and Public Safety2/26/2026
Judiciary11/21/2025

Full Bill Text

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