New Hampshire 2026 Session Status: Enacted Bipartisan · 8 D · 2 R cosponsors

HB 1190 — enabling the division of motor vehicles to create a temporary traditional driver's license for youth operators about to turn 21 and relative to fleet vehicle registration requirements.

Last action — Signed by Governor Ayotte 05/18/2026; Chapter 74; eff. I. Sec 1 eff 7/1/2026 II. Rem eff 5/18/2026

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    Introduced
  2. ✓
    In Committee
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    Passed House
  4. ✓
    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced December 01, 2025. Enacted.

Signed by Governor Kelly Ayotte (Republican) on May 19, 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.

  • 10 sponsors

    1 primary, 9 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Bipartisan support

    Sponsored across 2 parties (8 D · 2 R) — cross-party backing.

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In plain language

(New Title) enabling the division of motor vehicles to create a temporary traditional driver's license for youth operators about to turn 21 and relative to fleet vehicle registration requirements.

(New Title) enabling the division of motor vehicles to create a temporary traditional driver's license for youth operators about to turn 21 and relative to fleet vehicle registration requirements.

Summary

(New Title) enabling the division of motor vehicles to create a temporary traditional driver's license for youth operators about to turn 21 and relative to fleet vehicle registration requirements.

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

62 added · 88 removed

Plain-language change summary

The updated version of HB 1190 now allows the division of motor vehicles to issue temporary traditional driver's licenses specifically for youth operators who are about to turn 21. This temporary license can be granted up to 30 days before their birthday and will remain valid for up to 60 days after their youth operator license expires, ensuring they can drive legally during the transition period. Additionally, it simplifies the process for online renewals by allowing a transaction receipt to act as a temporary license. This change is significant as it provides young drivers with continuity and reduces potential legal issues as they transition to a full driver’s license.

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HB 1190-FN - VERSION ADOPTED BY BOTH BODIES 03/05/2026 0792s SESSION 26-2488 06/05 HOUSE BILL 1190-FN AN ACT enabling the division of motor vehicles to create a temporary traditional driver's license for youth operators about to turn 21 and relative to fleet vehicle registration requirements.
CHAPTER 74 HB 1190-FN - FINAL VERSION 03/05/2026 0792s SESSION 26-2488 06/05 HOUSE BILL 1190-FN AN ACT enabling the division of motor vehicles to create a temporary traditional driver's license for youth operators about to turn 21 and relative to fleet vehicle registration requirements.
HB 1190-FN - VERSION ADOPTED BY BOTH BODIES 03/05/2026 0792s 26-2488 06/05 STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE In the Year of Our Lord Two Thousand Twenty-Six AN ACT enabling the division of motor vehicles to create a temporary traditional driver's license for youth operators about to turn 21 and relative to fleet vehicle registration requirements.
CHAPTER 74 HB 1190-FN - FINAL VERSION 03/05/2026 0792s 26-2488 06/05 STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE In the Year of Our Lord Two Thousand Twenty-Six AN ACT enabling the division of motor vehicles to create a temporary traditional driver's license for youth operators about to turn 21 and relative to fleet vehicle registration requirements.
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 If the registration is renewed beyond the 24 months immediately succeeding the last valid registration, the 24 month fee charged shall be computed at the mill rate applicable on the date when any successive registration period would have begun, and the minimum fee in such cases shall be for 24 months, except in those cases where the registrant can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the director that the vehicle has not been operated since the expiration of the last HB 1190-FN - VERSION ADOPTED BY BOTH BODIES - Page 2 - valid registration, in which case the registrant may register at the applicable mill rate on the date of the registration.
 If the registration is renewed beyond the 24 months immediately succeeding the last valid registration, the 24 month fee charged shall be computed at the mill rate applicable on the date when any successive registration period would have begun, and the minimum fee in such cases shall be for 24 months, except in those cases where the registrant can demonstrate to the satisfaction of the director that the vehicle has not been operated since the expiration of the last valid registration, in which case the registrant may register at the applicable mill rate on the date of the registration.
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LBA 26-2488 03/11/2026 HB 1190-FN- FISCAL NOTE AS AMENDED BY THE SENATE (AMENDMENT #2026-0792s) AN ACT enabling the division of motor vehicles to create a temporary traditional driver's license for youth operators about to turn 21 and relative to fleet vehicle registration requirements.
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FISCAL IMPACT:
May 18, 2026 Effective Date:
This bill does not provide funding.
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Estimated State Impact FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 Revenue $0 $0 $0 $0 Revenue Fund(s) None Expenditures* $0 $48,000 $0 $0 Restricted - Highway Fund Cost of Collections - Per the state constitution, Funding Source(s) costs associated with the collection/administration of highway fund revenue by the Department of Safety is deducted prior to funds being credited as unrestricted highway fund revenue Appropriations* $0 $0 $0 $0 Funding Source(s) None *Expenditure = Cost of bill *Appropriation = Authorized funding to cover cost of bill METHODOLOGY:
Section 1 effective July 1, 2026 II.
This bill allows for the creation of a temporary traditional driver's license for youth operators whose youth operator license will expire in 30 days or less.
Remainder effective May 18, 2026
The Department of Safety states this would require changes to two different systems at a one-time estimated cost of $48,000 to make these changes (240 development, testing and implementation hours @ $200 per hour).
The Department states sections 2 and 3 of this bill, relative to vehicle registration changes, will have no impact on revenue or expenditures.
AGENCIES CONTACTED:
Department of Safety
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Action History

  1. Signed by Governor Ayotte 05/18/2026; Chapter 74; eff. I. Sec 1 eff 7/1/2026 II. Rem eff 5/18/2026

  2. Enrolled (in recess of) 05/07/2026 HJ 12

  3. Enrolled Adopted, VV, (In recess 05/07/2026); SJ 12

  4. House Concurs with Senate Amendment 2026-0792s (Rep. T. Walsh): MA VV 04/09/2026 HJ 10 P. 11

  5. Ought to Pass with Amendment #2026-0792s, MA, VV; OT3rdg; 03/05/2026; SJ 5

  6. Committee Amendment # 2026-0792s, AA, VV; 03/05/2026; SJ 5

  7. Committee Report: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-0792s, 03/05/2026; Vote 3-0; CC; SC 8

  8. Hearing: 02/17/2026, Room 122-123, SH, 01:00 pm; SC 6

  9. Introduced 02/05/2026 and Referred to Transportation; SJ 4

  10. Referral Waived by Committee Chair per House Rule 47(f) 02/05/2026 HJ 3 P. 56

  11. Referred to Finance 02/05/2026 HJ 3 P. 23

  12. Ought to Pass: MA VV 02/05/2026 HJ 3 P. 21

  13. Committee Report: Ought to Pass 01/20/2026 (Vote 15-0; CC) HC 5 P. 18

  14. Executive Session: 01/20/2026 02:45 pm GP 234

  15. Public Hearing: 01/13/2026 11:20 am GP 234

  16. Introduced 01/07/2026 and referred to Transportation HJ 1 P. 10

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1 sponsors · 9 co-sponsors · 405 not signed on

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Not signed on (405)

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 1190 do?
(New Title) enabling the division of motor vehicles to create a temporary traditional driver's license for youth operators about to turn 21 and relative to fleet vehicle registration requirements.
Who sponsors HB 1190?
HB 1190 is sponsored by Pat Long (Democrat), Buzz Scherr (Democrat), Stephanie Grund (Democrat), Charles Foote (Republican), Donovan Fenton (Democrat), Daniel Veilleux (Democrat), Peter Petrigno (Democrat), Karel Crawford (Republican), David Watters (Democrat), and Catherine Rombeau (Democrat).
What is the current status of HB 1190?
This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced December 01, 2025. Enacted.
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