HB1262 Relative to home heating oil and propane contracts and sales.
Relative to home heating oil and propane contracts and sales.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Mixed
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
Heating fuel is a major expense for NH families; contract protections could save hundreds annually and prevent billing disputes.
Your Community
Protects NH households from unfair heating fuel practices during harsh New England winters.
Your Freedom
Empowers consumers with clearer contract terms and protections in a market with limited competition.
Status
House Concurs with Senate Amendment 2026-1713s (Rep. Hunt): Motion Adopted Voice Vote 05/21/2026 House Journal 14
Sponsor
Janet Lucas (D)
The Short Version
Regulates home heating oil and propane contracts and sales practices, potentially protecting consumers from unfair pricing, automatic delivery disputes, or contract terms. In Senate Commerce committee hearing.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Homeowners using heating oil and propane
- ▲ Low-income families vulnerable to fuel price spikes
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Heating fuel companies that may face new contract requirements
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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