HB359 Prohibiting denial of banking and insurance services based on any factor that is not quantitative, impartial, and risk-based as measured by an objective standard.
Prohibiting denial of banking and insurance services based on any factor that is not quantitative, impartial, and risk-based as measured by an objective standard.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Mixed
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
Protects residents and businesses from losing banking/insurance access for non-financial reasons.
Your Community
Prevents financial discrimination against legal businesses and individuals based on political or social factors.
Your Freedom
Protects against financial de-platforming, ensuring access to essential banking services regardless of viewpoints.
Status
Refer for Interim Study: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 01/07/2026 House Journal 1 P. 45
Sponsor
Travis Corcoran (R)
The Short Version
Would prohibit banks and insurers from denying services based on non-risk factors like political views, social media activity, or industry sector. Targets 'de-banking' practices. Referred to interim study.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Gun dealers and firearms businesses
- ▲ Cannabis-related businesses
- ▲ Individuals targeted by de-banking
- ▲ Politically controversial businesses
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Banks and insurers that would lose discretion over client selection
- ▼ ESG-focused financial institutions
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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