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SB596

Prohibiting smoking in Hampton Beach State Park.

Chamber Passed·3/16/26
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New Hampshire SB596 prohibits smoking within Hampton Beach State Park.

New Hampshire SB596 amends RSA 155 to prohibit smoking within Hampton Beach State Park. The Department of Natural and Cultural Resources must develop and post signage informing the public of this prohibition. Authorized officials may enforce the prohibition by directing individuals to comply, but no monetary fines are allowed. The act takes effect January 1, 2027.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · Mar 16
Current
The House
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

DD
2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 25

10:00 AM

Resources, Recreation and Development Executive Session

Mar 25

1:30 PM

Resources, Recreation and Development Public Hearing

History

Apr 9

House

Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 04/09/2026 House Journal 10 P. 17

Apr 1

House

Executive Session: 03/25/2026 10:00 am GP 228

Apr 1

House

Majority Committee Report: Inexpedient to Legislate 03/25/2026 (Vote 11-4; Regular Calendar)