HB1045

Relative to hunting with lights at night.

Introduced·11/7/25
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New Hampshire HB1045 amends illegal night hunting laws, prohibiting the use of artificial lights for hunting between 30 minutes after sunset and 30.

New Hampshire HB1045 amends the illegal night hunting laws by specifying that it is a misdemeanor to knowingly hunt wild birds or animals between 30 minutes after sunset and 30 minutes before sunrise, except as authorized by fish and game rules. It also prohibits using artificial lights for hunting purposes during these hours. Exceptions include legitimate agricultural activities, utility work, property use with permission, and normal driving behavior. Convicted individuals must forfeit their hunting equipment. The changes take effect on January 1, 2027.

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Calendar

Mar 4

10:00 AM

Fish and Game and Marine Resources Executive Session

Feb 25

10:00 AM

(CANCELLED) Fish and Game and Marine Resources Executive Session

History

Mar 11

House

Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 03/11/2026 House Journal 7 P. 45

Mar 4

House

Committee Report: Inexpedient to Legislate 03/04/2026 (Vote 14-0; Consent Calendar) House Calendar 10 P. 21

Feb 5

House

==CANCELLED== Executive Session: 02/25/2026 10:00 am GP 153