New Hampshire 2026 Session Status: Introduced 4 D cosponsors

HB 1612 — relative to the use of price-fixing websites, algorithms, or other software by landlords.

Last action — Died on Table, Session ended 08/19/2026 HJ 16

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced December 10, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Odds of enactment

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In plain language

The bill addresses landlords' use of price-fixing websites and algorithms.

This bill seeks to regulate the use of technology by landlords for setting rental prices. It focuses on preventing price-fixing practices through these digital tools.

What this means for you
  • Families: If you're renting, this bill could influence how much you pay in rent by limiting unfair pricing practices.
  • Consumers: The bill aims to ensure fair rental prices by regulating how landlords use technology to set rates.

Summary

relative to the use of price-fixing websites, algorithms, or other software by landlords.

Bill Text

How this bill changes current law

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This bill establishes the use of price-fixing software by landlords as a violation of the Consumer Protection Act and assigns investigative duties to the Department of Justice.

  • RSA 358-A

    Rental Property Price Fixing 358-A:14 Property Price Fixing Software. I. The use of any type of price-fixing software by any landlord shall constitute an unfair method of competition and a deceptive act or practice in violation of this chapter. II. Any person who suspects that a landlord has engaged, or is engaged in, the use of any type of price-fixing software may file a consumer complaint with the department of justice's consumer protection and antitrust bureau. III. The consumer protection and antitrust bureau shall investigate complaints of the use of price-fixing software by landlords pursuant to paragraph II.

    This creates a new law section that classifies price-fixing software use by landlords as unfair competition and a deceptive practice.

Action History

  1. Died on Table, Session ended 08/19/2026 HJ 16

  2. Lay HB1612 on Table (Rep. Alexander Jr.): MA DV 198-147 02/05/2026 HJ 3 P. 48

  3. Minority Committee Report: Ought to Pass

  4. Majority Committee Report: Inexpedient to Legislate 01/20/2026 (Vote 10-8; RC) HC 5 P. 24

  5. Executive Session: 01/20/2026 11:30 am GP 231

  6. Public Hearing: 01/20/2026 11:30 am GP 231

  7. Introduced 01/07/2026 and referred to Housing HJ 1 P. 28

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 3 co-sponsors · 411 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (3)

Not signed on (411)

411 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Subjects

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 1612 do?
relative to the use of price-fixing websites, algorithms, or other software by landlords.
Who sponsors HB 1612?
HB 1612 is sponsored by David Paige (Democrat), Ellen Read (Democrat), Karen Hegner (Democrat), and Jonah Wheeler (Democrat).
What is the current status of HB 1612?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced December 10, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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