HB1488

Relative to rabies vaccines for animals.

Introduced·12/10/25
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New Hampshire HB1488 mandates rabies vaccinations for dogs, cats, and ferrets, with exemptions based on titer testing or medical conditions.

New Hampshire HB1488 requires dogs, cats, and ferrets aged three months or older to be vaccinated against rabies. Exemptions are possible if a veterinarian recommends it based on titer testing or if the animal has a medical condition preventing vaccination. Animals with exemptions must be isolated or muzzled and leashed if outdoors. The bill also mandates revaccination between 9 and 12 months after the initial vaccination and subsequent booster shots as per the National Association of State Public Health Veterinarians' guidelines.

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Calendar

Mar 3

10:15 AM

Environment and Agriculture Executive Session

Mar 3

10:15 AM

Environment and Agriculture Work Session

History

Mar 11

House

Refer for Interim Study: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 03/11/2026 House Journal 7 P. 35

Mar 4

House

Executive Session: 03/03/2026 10:15 am GP 153

Mar 4

House

Committee Report: Refer for Interim Study 03/03/2026 (Vote 11-2; Consent Calendar) House Calendar 10 P. 17