HB1564 Removing all references of gender identity in New Hampshire statutes.
Removing all references of gender identity in New Hampshire statutes.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Harmful
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
No direct financial impact on most residents.
Your Community
Would have removed legal protections for transgender NH residents, exposing them to discrimination in employment, housing, and public services.
Your Freedom
Directly eliminates civil rights protections for a vulnerable population, reducing their freedom to live, work, and participate in community without discrimination.
Status
Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 03/05/2026 House Journal 6 P. 24
Sponsor
Seth King (R)
The Short Version
Would have stripped all references to gender identity from NH law, effectively removing nondiscrimination protections for transgender people in employment, housing, and public accommodations. Killed via Inexpedient to Legislate.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Those who oppose gender identity protections in law
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Transgender and nonbinary NH residents who would lose legal protections
- ▼ Employers and businesses that benefit from clear nondiscrimination standards
- ▼ NH's reputation as an inclusive state
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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