New Hampshire 2026 Session Status: Enacted 2 D cosponsors

HB 1275 — relative to the effects of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances on agriculture, exempting certain per- and polyfluoroalkyl products from use restrictions, and relative to the definition of "drinking water standard".

Last action — Signed by Governor Ayotte 07/10/2026; Chapter 298; eff. I. Sec 4 eff 9/8/2026 II. Rem eff 7/10/2026

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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 01, 2025. Enacted.

Signed by Governor Kelly Ayotte (Republican) on July 16, 2026.

Odds of enactment

High chance

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Prognosis

Advancing 54% · moderate confidence

  • Enacted

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 2 sponsors

    1 primary, 1 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Single-party support

    Sponsorship is currently within one party (2 D).

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In plain language

The bill addresses per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances in agriculture and modifies related drinking water standards.

This bill focuses on the impact of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances in agriculture and exempts some products from restrictions. It also revises the definition of drinking water standards.

What this means for you
  • Consumers: Changes to drinking water standards may affect safety regulations that relate to the water you drink.
  • Agriculture: This means farmers can use certain PFAS products without facing restrictions, which may impact their operations.
  • Environment: The bill may influence how PFAS substances are regulated, potentially affecting environmental safety.

Summary

(Second New Title) relative to the effects of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances on agriculture, exempting certain per- and polyfluoroalkyl products from use restrictions, and relative to the definition of "drinking water standard".

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

53 added · 51 removed

Plain-language change summary

The final version of HB 1275 introduces specific protections for farmers, granting them immunity from lawsuits related to harm caused by certain harmful substances, known as PFAS, in their soil, water, and products. This change means farmers can apply treated waste (sludge or biosolids) without fearing legal repercussions over potential contamination. Additionally, the bill requires the state to set concentration limits for PFAS in these biosolids, ensuring safer standards for agricultural practices. These changes are important as they aim to balance agricultural practices with public health and environmental safety.

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CHAPTER 298 HB 1275 - FINAL VERSION 11Mar2026...
HB 1275 - VERSION ADOPTED BY BOTH BODIES 11Mar2026...
CHAPTER 298 HB 1275 - FINAL VERSION 11Mar2026...
1 New Subdivision;
298:1 New Subdivision;
2 Water Pollution and Waste Disposal;
298:2 Water Pollution and Waste Disposal;
3 New Subparagraph;
298:3 New Subparagraph;
HB 1275 - VERSION ADOPTED BY BOTH BODIES - Page 2 - (6) Products authorized by or under contract with the United States Department of Defense that are or may be covered by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 22 C.F.R.
(6) Products authorized by or under contract with the United States Department of Defense that are or may be covered by the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 22 C.F.R.
4 Per And Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Fund And Programs;
298:4 Per And Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) Fund And Programs;
III.
CHAPTER 298 HB 1275 - FINAL VERSION - Page 2 - III.
5 Effective Date.
298:5 Effective Date.
Approved:
July 10, 2026 Effective Date:
I.
Section 4 effective September 8, 2026 II.
Remainder effective July 10, 2026
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Action History

  1. Signed by Governor Ayotte 07/10/2026; Chapter 298; eff. I. Sec 4 eff 9/8/2026 II. Rem eff 7/10/2026

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

  3. Enrolled Adopted, VV, (In recess 06/04/2026); SJ 15

  4. Conference Committee Report 2026-2066c: Adopted, VV 06/04/2026 HJ 15

  5. Conference Committee Report # 2026-2066c, Adopted, VV; 06/04/2026; SJ 14

  6. Conference Committee Report Filed, # 2026-2066c; 06/04/2026

  7. Conferee Change; Senator Innis Replaces Senator Altschiller; SJ 14

  8. Conference Committee Meeting: 05/26/2026 11:00 am GP 228

  9. Conferee Change: Rep. N. Germana Replaces Rep. Bixby 05/21/2026 HJ 14

  10. Conferee Change: Rep. Layon Replaces Rep. Barbour 05/21/2026 HJ 14

  11. Speaker Appoints: Reps. J. Aron, Bixby, Comtois, Barbour 05/14/2026 HJ 13 P. 148

  12. President Appoints: Senators Avard, Birdsell, Altschiller; (In Recess 05/14/2026); SJ 13

  13. Sen. Avard Accedes to House Request for Committee of Conference, MA, VV; (In recess 05/14/2026); SJ 13

  14. House Non-Concurs with Senate Amendment 2026-1879s 2026-1792s and 2026-1593s and Requests CofC (Rep. J. Aron): MA VV 05/14/2026 HJ 13 P. 148

  15. Ought to Pass with Amendments #2026-1593s and #2026-1792s and #2026-1879s, MA, VV; OT3rdg; 05/14/2026; SJ 12

  16. Sen. Birdsell Floor Amendment # 2026-1879s, AA, VV; 05/14/2026; SJ 12

  17. Sen. Birdsell Moved to Reconsider the following action taken by this Body: Reconsider the Vote on Third Reading and Final Passage, Rescind Third Reading and Reconsider the Vote on Ought to Pass with Amendment, MA VV; 05/14/2026; SJ 12

  18. Ought to Pass with Amendments #2026-1593s and #2026-1792s, MA, VV; OT3rdg; 05/07/2026; SJ 11

  19. Sen. Birdsell Floor Amendment # 2026-1792s, AA, VV; 05/07/2026; SJ 11

  20. Committee Amendment # 2026-1593s, AA, VV; 05/07/2026; SJ 11

  21. HB 1275 was Removed from the Consent Calendar; 05/07/2026; SJ 11

  22. Committee Report: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-1593s, 05/07/2026; Vote 4-0; CC; SC 17

  23. Hearing: 04/21/2026, Room 103, SH, 09:20 am; SC 15

  24. Introduced 03/12/2026 and Referred to Energy and Natural Resources; SJ 7

  25. Ought to Pass with Amendment 2026-0925h and 2026-1079h: MA VV 03/11/2026 HJ 7 P. 165

  26. FLAM # 2026-1118h (Rep. W. Thomas): AF DV 53-267 03/11/2026 HJ 7 P. 164

  27. FLAM # 2026-1079h (Rep. N. Germana): AA DV 307-11 03/11/2026 HJ 7 P. 163

  28. Amendment # 2026-0925h: AA DV 293-12 03/11/2026 HJ 7 P. 162

  29. Minority Committee Report: Inexpedient to Legislate

  30. Majority Committee Report: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-0925h 03/03/2026 (Vote 12-1; RC) HC 10 P. 44

  31. Executive Session: 03/03/2026 10:15 am GP 153

  32. Full Committee Work Session: 03/03/2026 10:15 am GP 153

  33. Full Committee Work Session: 02/24/2026 10:00 am GP 153

  34. Full Committee Work Session: 02/17/2026 10:00 am GP 153

  35. Full Committee Work Session: 02/11/2026 10:00 am GP153

  36. Public Hearing: 02/10/2026 02:45 pm GP 153

  37. Introduced 01/07/2026 and referred to Environment and Agriculture HJ 1 P. 13

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 1 co-sponsors · 413 not signed on

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Co-sponsors (1)

Not signed on (413)

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 1275 do?
(Second New Title) relative to the effects of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances on agriculture, exempting certain per- and polyfluoroalkyl products from use restrictions, and relative to the definition of "drinking water standard".
Who sponsors HB 1275?
HB 1275 is sponsored by Nancy Murphy (Democrat) and Wendy Thomas (Democrat).
What is the current status of HB 1275?
This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced December 01, 2025. Enacted.
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