HB1507

Requiring schools to provide a minimum amount of time for recess per day.

Introduced·12/10/25
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New Hampshire HB1507 mandates public schools to provide a daily recess of 45 to 60 minutes for students in kindergarten through sixth grade.

New Hampshire HB1507 introduces a new section in RSA 194, requiring all public school districts, school administrative units, and charter school boards to establish a policy guaranteeing students in kindergarten through sixth grade a daily recess of 45 to 60 minutes. This recess time must include unstructured peer-to-peer play outside, unless weather conditions pose a safety risk. Schools may adjust recess durations in special circumstances, such as school events or weather conditions. The recess time is separate from physical education and lunch periods and cannot be deducted as punishment.

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Calendar

Jan 22

10:00 AM

Education Policy and Administration Executive Session

Jan 14

11:20 AM

Education Policy and Administration Public Hearing

History

Feb 5

House

Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 02/05/2026 House Journal 3 P. 9

Jan 28

House

Committee Report: Inexpedient to Legislate 01/22/2026 (Vote 16-2; Consent Calendar) House Calendar 5 P. 5

Jan 14

House

Executive Session: 01/22/2026 10:00 am GP 232