HB1222 Relative to prohibiting all obstructions to public crosswalks.
Relative to prohibiting all obstructions to public crosswalks.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Mixed
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
Most NH residents will face no financial impact; fines only apply to those who willfully or negligently obstruct crosswalks, and the fine amounts are modest.
Your Community
Pedestrians—especially children, elderly, and disabled residents—benefit from improved crosswalk accessibility and safer crossing conditions in communities.
Your Freedom
The bill restricts certain conduct (blocking crosswalks) but with narrow, reasonable scope and exemptions for legitimate uses like emergency operations.
Status
Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 03/05/2026 House Journal 6 P. 39
Sponsor
Joseph Barton (R)
The Short Version
This bill makes it illegal to block or obstruct public crosswalks and creates fines up to $250 for first offenses and $500 for repeat violations. It exempts emergency vehicles and authorized municipal closures, and aims to improve pedestrian safety and accessibility by keeping crosswalks clear.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Pedestrians, including children, elderly residents, and people with disabilities
- ▲ Residents who depend on safe, accessible crosswalks for mobility
- ▲ Communities seeking to enforce traffic and pedestrian safety
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Drivers or property owners who negligently or willfully obstruct crosswalks (subject to fines)
- ▼ Municipalities responsible for enforcing the law
Bill statuses as of October 7, 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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