HB1400 Creating a property tax exemption and credit opt-out mechanism.
Creating a property tax exemption and credit opt-out mechanism.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Concerning
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
Allowing voluntary opt-out of exemptions has no meaningful impact since anyone can already choose not to claim exemptions.
Your Community
An unusual proposal with minimal practical impact on communities.
Your Freedom
No meaningful impact on personal freedoms.
Status
Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 02/05/2026 House Journal 3 P. 15
Sponsor
Jonathan Smith (R)
The Short Version
Would have created a mechanism for property owners to opt out of tax exemptions and credits. The bill was killed as the concept was unusual and could create administrative complications.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Property owners who wish to voluntarily pay more taxes
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Administrative costs of a new opt-out system
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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