New Hampshire 2026 Session Status: Enacted Bipartisan · 4 R · 3 D cosponsors

HB 1756 — allowing organizations to file for property tax exemptions once and receive those exemptions unless and until a town assessor finds the organization ineligible for an exemption.

Last action — Signed by Governor Ayotte 07/02/2026; Chapter 240; eff. 8/31/2026

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced December 17, 2025. Enacted.

Signed by Governor Kelly Ayotte (Republican) on July 10, 2026.

Odds of enactment

High chance

Based on the sponsor, cosponsors, and committee posture, this bill has a high chance of becoming law.

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Prognosis

Likely to advance 78% · moderate confidence

  • Enacted

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 7 sponsors

    1 primary, 6 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Bipartisan support

    Sponsored across 2 parties (4 R · 3 D) — cross-party backing.

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In plain language

Organizations can file for property tax exemptions once and keep them unless deemed ineligible.

This bill allows organizations to apply for property tax exemptions just once, maintaining those exemptions until a town assessor finds them ineligible. This streamlines the process for organizations involved.

What this means for you
  • Families: Families may benefit indirectly if organizations that support community services face less tax-related bureaucracy.
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  • Small Business: This means administrative processes may become easier for small businesses seeking property tax exemptions.

Summary

allowing organizations to file for property tax exemptions once and receive those exemptions unless and until a town assessor finds the organization ineligible for an exemption.

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

36 added · 63 removed

Plain-language change summary

The updated version of HB 1756 simplifies the process for organizations to receive property tax exemptions. Organizations can now file once and maintain their exemptions until a town assessor determines they are no longer eligible, rather than needing to reapply every year. This change matters because it reduces the administrative burden on these organizations, helping them focus on their missions rather than paperwork.

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HB 1756-FN - VERSION ADOPTED BY BOTH BODIES 04/16/2026 1374s SESSION 26-2395 07/09 HOUSE BILL 1756-FN AN ACT allowing organizations to file for property tax exemptions once and receive those exemptions unless and until a town assessor finds the organization ineligible for an exemption.
CHAPTER 240 HB 1756-FN - FINAL VERSION 04/16/2026 1374s SESSION 26-2395 07/09 HOUSE BILL 1756-FN AN ACT allowing organizations to file for property tax exemptions once and receive those exemptions unless and until a town assessor finds the organization ineligible for an exemption.
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HB 1756-FN - VERSION ADOPTED BY BOTH BODIES 04/16/2026 1374s 26-2395 07/09 STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE In the Year of Our Lord Two Thousand Twenty-Six AN ACT allowing organizations to file for property tax exemptions once and receive those exemptions unless and until a town assessor finds the organization ineligible for an exemption.
CHAPTER 240 HB 1756-FN - FINAL VERSION 04/16/2026 1374s 26-2395 07/09 STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE In the Year of Our Lord Two Thousand Twenty-Six AN ACT allowing organizations to file for property tax exemptions once and receive those exemptions unless and until a town assessor finds the organization ineligible for an exemption.
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(d) City or town assessors, boards of selectmen, or other assessors' agents shall field review-qualifying properties annually to ensure they still qualify.
(d) City or town assessors, boards of selectmen, or other assessors' agents shall field review qualifying properties annually to ensure they still qualify.
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LBA 26-2395 4/16/26 HB 1756-FN- FISCAL NOTE AS AMENDED BY THE SENATE (AMENDMENT #2026-1374s) AN ACT allowing organizations to file for property tax exemptions once and receive those exemptions unless and until a town assessor finds the organization ineligible for an exemption.
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July 02, 2026 Effective Date:
Estimated Political Subdivision Impact FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 County Revenue $0 $0 $0 $0 County Expenditures $0 $0 $0 $0 Local Revenue $0 $0 $0 $0 Indeterminable Increase Local Expenditures $0 (less than $10,000 per municipality) METHODOLOGY:
August 31, 2026
This bill permits designated charitable organizations to submit a one-time application for property tax exemptions.
Once granted, the exemption remains in effect unless a town assessor determines the property no longer qualifiesTo ensure continued eligibility, city or town assessors, boards of selectmen, or other authorized agents shall conduct annual field reviews of exempt properties.
Additionally, applicants must provide updated documentation upon request at minimum once every five years, or annually if required by local officials.
The New Hampshire Municipal Association states that this will require additional work hours from local assessors or their designee to conduct annual field reviews.
However, these costs may be partially offset by reduced mailing and processing expenses compared to the current application system.
Overall, the anticipated increase in municipal expenditures is estimated to be under $10,000 per municipality, though larger cities may incur higher costs.
AGENCIES CONTACTED:
New Hampshire Municipal Association
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Action History

  1. Signed by Governor Ayotte 07/02/2026; Chapter 240; eff. 8/31/2026

  2. Enrolled (in recess of) 06/04/2026 HJ 15

  3. Enrolled Adopted, VV, (In recess 06/04/2026); SJ 14

  4. House Concurs with Senate Amendment 2026-1374s (Rep. Pauer): MA VV 05/21/2026 HJ 14 P. 21

  5. Ought to Pass: MA, VV; OT3rdg; 05/07/2026; SJ 11

  6. Committee Report: Ought to Pass, 05/07/2026; Vote 7-0; CC; SC 17

  7. Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-1374s, MA, VV; Refer to Finance Rule 4-5; 04/16/2026; SJ 9

  8. Committee Amendment # 2026-1374s, AA, VV; 04/16/2026; SJ 9

  9. Committee Report: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-1374s, 04/16/2026; Vote 5-0; CC; SC 14

  10. Hearing: 04/07/2026, Room 122-123, SH, 10:00 am; SC 13

  11. Introduced 03/05/2026 and Referred to Election Law and Municipal Affairs; SJ 6

  12. Ought to Pass: MA VV 03/05/2026 HJ 6 P. 31

  13. Committee Report: Ought to Pass 02/17/2026 (Vote 17-0; CC) HC 9 P. 25

  14. Executive Session: 02/17/2026 09:00 am GP 154

  15. Public Hearing: 01/30/2026 09:00 am GP 154

  16. Introduced 01/07/2026 and referred to Municipal and County Government HJ 1 P. 34

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1 sponsors · 6 co-sponsors · 408 not signed on

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 1756 do?
allowing organizations to file for property tax exemptions once and receive those exemptions unless and until a town assessor finds the organization ineligible for an exemption.
Who sponsors HB 1756?
HB 1756 is sponsored by Susan DeRoy (Republican), Bill Bolton (Democrat), Kelley Potenza (Republican), Jim Maggiore (Democrat), John MacDonald (Republican), David Walker (Republican), and John Larochelle (Democrat).
What is the current status of HB 1756?
This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced December 17, 2025. Enacted.
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