New Hampshire 2026 Session Status: Introduced 2 R cosponsors

HB 1276 — relative to the liability for death of a companion animal.

Last action — Inexpedient to Legislate: MA VV 03/05/2026 HJ 6 P. 24

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

This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced December 01, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

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Summary

relative to the liability for death of a companion animal.

Bill Text

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This bill establishes liability for non-economic damages up to $5,000 for the intentional or negligent killing of a companion animal.

  • RSA 508

    Liability for Death of a Companion Animal. A person shall be liable for up to $5,000 in non-economic damages to the owner of a companion animal upon the death of a companion animal if such person causes the death of such companion animal through intentional or negligent conduct. If the death was caused by a negligent act, such act shall have occurred on the property of the owner of the companion animal while the companion animal was under the control of its owner or other caretaker. Noneconomic damages awarded pursuant to this section are limited to compensation for the loss of the reasonably expected companionship, love, and affection of a pet.

    This adds a new section establishing liability for damages due to the death of a companion animal.

Action History

  1. Inexpedient to Legislate: MA VV 03/05/2026 HJ 6 P. 24

  2. Committee Report: Inexpedient to Legislate 02/13/2026 (Vote 18-0; CC) HC 9 P. 18

  3. Executive Session: 02/13/2026 10:00 am GP 158

  4. Public Hearing: 02/11/2026 11:00 am GP 230

  5. Introduced 01/07/2026 and referred to Judiciary HJ 1 P. 13

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 1276 do?
relative to the liability for death of a companion animal.
Who sponsors HB 1276?
HB 1276 is sponsored by Travis Corcoran (Republican) and Tom Mannion (Republican).
What is the current status of HB 1276?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced December 01, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track HB 1276?
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