HB1289

Criminalizing the use of small unmanned aircraft systems for the purpose of video voyeurism and the invasion of the right to privacy.

Introduced·12/1/25
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New Hampshire HB1289 criminalizes using small unmanned aircraft systems for video voyeurism and privacy invasion.

New Hampshire HB1289 amends RSA 644:23 to make it a class A misdemeanor to use small unmanned aircraft systems to trespass onto private property or airspace without permission to capture visual images, sound recordings, or other impressions of individuals. The bill targets those who invade privacy during investigations or monitoring by governmental agencies or employees. It also prohibits the public use of such captured content, classifying it as a class B felony. The act takes effect January 1, 2027.

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Calendar

Jan 23

12:00 PM

Criminal Justice and Public Safety Executive Session

Jan 15

1:00 PM

Criminal Justice and Public Safety Public Hearing

History

Feb 5

House

Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 02/05/2026 House Journal 3 P. 7

Jan 28

House

Committee Report: Inexpedient to Legislate 01/23/2026 (Vote 11-0; Consent Calendar) House Calendar 5 P. 3

Jan 27

House

Executive Session: 01/23/2026 12:00 pm GP 159