(New Title) relative to special number plates for veterans and eligibility therefore.
Sponsored By: Travis James Corcoran (Republican)
Signed by Governor
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
4 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 2 mixed.
When these changes take effect
This law takes effect 60 days after passage. All changes start then unless a section lists a different date.
Tighter rules for veteran decal plates
Multi-use veteran decal plates are limited to veterans under the state’s definition. You must show the Director you served in the branch or earned the medal shown on the decal. Decals are not transferable, but a surviving spouse may keep using them until remarriage.
Special veteran license plates and fees
Veterans can get special license plates. You must show accepted proof of veteran status and pay the regular registration fee plus $4 per plate at issue. Renewals charge only the normal fee. The state also issues these plates to people with proof of honorable World War II service in an allied nation. Plates are not transferable, but a surviving spouse may keep using them until remarriage.
Veteran definition and job proof rules
New Hampshire now uses the federal meaning of “veteran”: active service with a discharge other than dishonorable. State programs use this to decide who qualifies as a veteran. When you apply for jobs that offer a veteran preference, you must attach a qualifying veteran document with your application. This adds a small paperwork step so hiring can confirm your status.
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Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsor
Travis James Corcoran
Republican • House
Cosponsors
There are no cosponsors for this bill.
Roll Call Votes
No roll call votes available for this bill.
Actions Timeline
Signed by Governor Ayotte 04/22/2026; Chapter 35; eff. 06/21/2026
4/22/2026HouseEnrolled (in recess of) 03/26/2026 HJ 9
4/8/2026HouseEnrolled Adopted, VV, (In recess 03/26/2026); SJ 8
4/8/2026SenateOught to Pass: MA, VV; OT3rdg; 03/26/2026; SJ 7
3/23/2026SenateCommittee Report: Ought to Pass, 03/26/2026; Vote 4-0; CC; SC 11
3/18/2026SenateHearing: 03/11/2026, Room 103, SH, 09:20 am; SC 9
3/3/2026SenateIntroduced 02/19/2026 and Referred to Executive Departments and Administration; SJ 5
2/25/2026SenateOught to Pass with Amendment 2026-0198h: MA VV 02/19/2026 HJ 5
2/19/2026HouseAmendment # 2026-0198h: AA VV 02/19/2026 HJ 5
2/19/2026HouseCommittee Report: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-0198h (NT) 02/06/2026 (Vote 17-0; CC) HC 7 P. 20
2/10/2026House==CONTINUED== Executive Session: 02/06/2026 09:00 am GP 228
2/9/2026House==CONTINUED== Public Hearing: 02/06/2026 09:00 am GP 228
1/29/2026House==RECESSED== Executive Session: 01/16/2026 02:00 pm GP 228
1/8/2026HousePublic Hearing: 01/16/2026 10:30 am GP 228
1/8/2026HouseIntroduced 01/07/2026 and referred to State-Federal Relations and Veterans Affairs HJ 1 P. 14
12/1/2025House
Bill Text
Enrolled
4/8/2026
Introduced
12/1/2025
CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION
Version adopted by both bodies
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