New Hampshire 2026 Session Status: Enacted Bipartisan · 5 R · 1 D cosponsors

HB 1228 — relative to the enforcement of alimony orders and relative to waivers of alimony.

Last action — Signed by Governor Ayotte 06/19/2026; Chapter 159; eff.01/01/2027

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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 June 24, 2026.

Odds of enactment

High chance

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Prognosis

Likely to advance 78% · moderate confidence

  • Enacted

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 6 sponsors

    1 primary, 5 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Bipartisan support

    Sponsored across 2 parties (5 R · 1 D) — cross-party backing.

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In plain language

The bill updates how alimony orders are enforced and the conditions for waiving alimony.

This bill modifies the enforcement process for alimony orders and specifies circumstances under which alimony can be waived. It aims to clarify legal standards and procedures related to alimony enforcement.

What this means for you
  • Families: This means families may experience clearer and more efficient processes regarding financial support following divorce.

Summary

(New Title) relative to the enforcement of alimony orders and relative to waivers of alimony.

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

18 added · 14 removed

Plain-language change summary

The updated version of HB 1228 clarifies that past due alimony payments must be enforced as stated, unless modified by an agreement between the parties or by law. It also emphasizes that any agreements waiving alimony rights will be upheld unless proven invalid due to specific serious conditions like deceit or coercion. These changes are important as they aim to provide clearer guidelines for enforcing alimony, protecting the rights of both parties involved in such agreements.

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HB 1228 - VERSION ADOPTED BY BOTH BODIES 04/16/2026 1340s SESSION 26-2947 09/06 HOUSE BILL 1228 AN ACT relative to the enforcement of alimony orders and relative to waivers of alimony.
CHAPTER 159 HB 1228 - FINAL VERSION 04/16/2026 1340s SESSION 26-2947 09/06 HOUSE BILL 1228 AN ACT relative to the enforcement of alimony orders and relative to waivers of alimony.
HB 1228 - VERSION ADOPTED BY BOTH BODIES 04/16/2026 1340s 26-2947 09/06 STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE In the Year of Our Lord Two Thousand Twenty-Six AN ACT relative to the enforcement of alimony orders and relative to waivers of alimony.
CHAPTER 159 HB 1228 - FINAL VERSION 04/16/2026 1340s 26-2947 09/06 STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE In the Year of Our Lord Two Thousand Twenty-Six AN ACT relative to the enforcement of alimony orders and relative to waivers of alimony.
1 New Paragraphs;
159:1 New Paragraphs;
2 Effective Date.
159:2 Effective Date.
Approved:
June 19, 2026 Effective Date:
January 01, 2027
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Action History

  1. Signed by Governor Ayotte 06/19/2026; Chapter 159; eff.01/01/2027

  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 2026-1340s (Rep. DeSimone): MA VV 05/07/2026 HJ 12

  5. Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-1340s, MA, VV; OT3rdg; 04/16/2026; SJ 9

  6. Committee Amendment # 2026-1340s, AA, VV; 04/16/2026; SJ 9

  7. Committee Report: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-1340s, 04/16/2026; Vote 3-0; CC; SC 14

  8. Hearing: 03/19/2026, Room 100, SH, 10:20 am; SC 10

  9. Introduced 03/05/2026 and Referred to Children and Family Law; SJ 6

  10. Ought to Pass: MA VV 03/05/2026 HJ 6 P. 2

  11. Committee Report: Ought to Pass 02/10/2026 (Vote 15-0; CC) HC 9 P. 3

  12. Executive Session: 02/10/2026 10:00 am GP 230

  13. Public Hearing: 02/03/2026 01:00 pm GP 230

  14. Introduced 01/07/2026 and referred to Children and Family Law HJ 1 P. 11

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 5 co-sponsors · 409 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (5)

Not signed on (409)

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 1228 do?
(New Title) relative to the enforcement of alimony orders and relative to waivers of alimony.
Who sponsors HB 1228?
HB 1228 is sponsored by Jodi Nelson (Republican), Mark Pearson (Republican), Katelyn Kuttab (Republican), Mary Georges (Democrat), Jay Markell (Republican), and Lori Korzen (Republican).
What is the current status of HB 1228?
This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced December 01, 2025. Enacted.
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