HB1445 Requiring the issuance of enhanced drivers licenses and Real ID compliant cards for border crossing and proof of citizenship.
Requiring the issuance of enhanced drivers licenses and Real ID compliant cards for border crossing and proof of citizenship.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Mixed
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
Would save residents money compared to obtaining separate passport cards for border crossing.
Your Community
Would have simplified travel documentation for NH residents near the Canadian border.
Your Freedom
Would have expanded travel document options for residents.
Status
Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 02/05/2026 House Journal 3 P. 22
Sponsor
Erik Johnson (D)
The Short Version
Would have required NH to issue enhanced driver's licenses and Real ID compliant cards that serve as proof of citizenship and border crossing documents. Killed via ITL voice vote.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ NH residents who travel to Canada
- ▲ Border communities
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ DMV implementation costs
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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