SB444 Prohibiting the use of animal testing when other comparable methods are available.
Prohibiting the use of animal testing when other comparable methods are available.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Concerning
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
Alternative testing methods may be cost-comparable or cheaper than animal testing.
Your Community
Reduces unnecessary animal suffering while maintaining scientific standards.
Your Freedom
Places reasonable limits on testing practices when alternatives exist.
Status
Refer for Interim Study: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 05/14/2026 House Journal 13
Sponsor
Daniel Innis (R)
The Short Version
Would ban animal testing when comparable alternative methods exist. Promotes humane treatment of animals while allowing testing when no alternatives are available, balancing science with animal welfare.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Animal welfare advocates
- ▲ Companies already using alternative testing methods
- ▲ Consumers who prefer cruelty-free products
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Research facilities reliant on animal testing
- ▼ Industries that may need to invest in alternative testing infrastructure
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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