HB1217

Permitting classification of individuals based on biological sex under certain limited circumstances.

Chamber Passed·3/6/26
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New Hampshire HB1217 permits classification based on biological sex in specific circumstances.

New Hampshire HB1217 amends the Law Against Discrimination to allow classifications based on biological sex in three specific areas: construction, maintenance, operation, and use of lavatory facilities or locker rooms, athletic or sporting events, and activities where physical strength, speed, or endurance is recognized to give an advantage to biological males. This bill defines "biological sex" as male and female biological sexes and clarifies that classification by biological sex is optional, not mandatory. The changes take effect 60 days after the bill's passage.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 187–163 · Mar 6
Current
The Senate
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

0
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

187 Yea

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163 Nay

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13 Not Voting

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29 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 21

1:30 PM

Judiciary Hearing

Feb 20

10:00 AM

Judiciary Public Hearing

History

May 7

Senate

Sen. Gannon Moved Laid on Table, 05/07/2026; Senate Journal 11

May 7

Senate

Pending Motion Ought to Pass; 05/07/2026; Senate Journal 11

Apr 30

Senate

Committee Report: Ought to Pass, 05/07/2026, Vote 3-2; Senate Calendar 17