HB1226 Relative to restricting the issuance of identification documents by unauthorized individuals.
Relative to restricting the issuance of identification documents by unauthorized individuals.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Concerning
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
No direct financial impact to taxpayers or household budgets is evident from the bill's text.
Your Community
The bill does not directly affect local communities, schools, or public services.
Your Freedom
The bill clarifies restrictions on fake ID production by government agencies but does not meaningfully expand or restrict individual rights for ordinary residents.
Status
Inexpedient to Legislate, Motion Adopted, Voice Vote === BILL KILLED ===; 05/07/2026; Senate Journal 11
Sponsor
Barbara Comtois (R)
The Short Version
This bill restricts the manufacture and possession of fake or simulated driver's licenses, limiting the Motor Vehicle Director's authority to create such documents only when specifically authorized for U.S. citizens performing official state or federal duties. The practical impact on most NH residents is minimal, as this primarily affects law enforcement and authorized government operations.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Law enforcement and government agencies authorized to use simulated licenses for official duties
- ▲ Residents indirectly benefiting from clearer rules on fake ID production
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ No identifiable group of NH residents bears a direct cost from this bill
Bill statuses as of October 7, 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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