Here Are 3 New Laws for New Hampshire in 2026 You Need to Know About

It happens every January 1 for most every state; new laws go into effect.  Usually, they are things that we aren't really affected by, however, this year, these three laws are, in my opinion, a pretty big deal.

Most of this information was provided by WMUR.

#1, No More Inspections for NH Vehicles

You may have heard this one already.  New Hampshire will no longer require State inspections. Thankfully, cars are being manufactured to last a lot longer than they used to, so we shouldn't see cars with plumes of smoke coming out of their exhaust.  You can bet your bippy that the State will make up the money somehow by charging us for for something else.  #cynicalnewenglander

#2, Caught Buying Sex? You'll Face More Serious Charges

Remember back in the day when we used to watch shows like Baretta or Rockford Files?  Occasionally, you'd see an episode where the police would arrest the "lady of the evening," but the buyer would be no where to be found.  Real life was probably like that back then too.  Even as a kid, I could never understand that.

Now if you are caught buying sex, you will face more serious misdemeanor charges and be fined $500.  The money will go directly towards fighting sex trafficking.

#3, No More "Surprise Billing" for Ambulance Services in NH

This one needs a bit more explanation for me, but from what I can tell from governor.nh.gov, a law has gone into effect that will prohibit "surprise billing" for emergency services and EMS providers and fire departments get "fair reimbursement."  I'm not sure what that means, however, the site does say that Granite State residents should not hesitate to call for help anymore because of the cost.