New Hampshire HB1504 prohibits retailers from engaging in price gouging on necessities during emergencies.

New Hampshire HB1504 amends the state's laws to prohibit retailers from engaging in price gouging on certain necessary products and services during emergencies. The bill defines "necessities" as goods and services essential for health, safety, and welfare. It prohibits unreasonably excessive prices during a triggering event, such as a state of emergency or abnormal market disruption. The governor can declare such events, which last 45 days but can be extended. Violations are considered unfair trade practices, with civil penalties up to $5,000 per violation.

New Hampshire HB1504 prohibits retailers from engaging in price gouging on necessities during emergencies.

New Hampshire HB1504 amends the state's laws to prohibit retailers from engaging in price gouging on certain necessary products and services during emergencies. The bill defines "necessities" as goods and services essential for health, safety, and welfare. It prohibits unreasonably excessive prices during a triggering event, such as a state of emergency or abnormal market disruption. The governor can declare such events, which last 45 days but can be extended. Violations are considered unfair trade practices, with civil penalties up to $5,000 per violation.