HR36 Urging the federal government to accept cash at all points of service.
Urging the federal government to accept cash at all points of service.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Mixed
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
Protecting cash acceptance ensures people without bank accounts or credit cards can still access federal services without additional fees.
Your Community
Protects elderly, unbanked, and lower-income residents who rely on cash from being excluded from government services in an increasingly cashless society.
Your Freedom
Cash provides financial privacy and independence. Ensuring government accepts legal tender protects against surveillance and financial exclusion.
Status
Ought to Pass with Amendment 2026-0394h: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 03/12/2026 House Journal 8
Sponsor
Henry Giasson (R)
The Short Version
Urges the federal government to accept cash payments at all service points, protecting those who rely on physical currency from being excluded as services go digital. Passed with amendment via voice vote.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Unbanked individuals
- ▲ Elderly people who prefer cash
- ▲ Privacy advocates
- ▲ Low-income residents
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Government agencies facing costs to maintain cash-handling infrastructure
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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