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SB49 Relative to the unlawful operation or use of unmanned aircraft systems.

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Relative to the unlawful operation or use of unmanned aircraft systems.

Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?

6

Overall Impact Score

Mixed

Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)

5
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Your Wallet

Minimal direct fiscal impact. Establishes rules that may require enforcement resources but protects property and privacy.

7
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Your Community

Addresses growing privacy and safety concerns as drones become more common, protecting residents from surveillance and dangerous operation.

7
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Your Freedom

Protects privacy rights against drone surveillance while establishing reasonable rules that allow legal drone use to continue.

Status

Signed by the Governor on 03/20/2026; Chapter 6; Effective 05/19/2026

Sponsor

Regina Birdsell (R)

The Short Version

Regulates the unlawful use of drones in NH, addressing privacy and safety concerns. Signed into law by the Governor, creating clearer rules for drone operation.

Who's Behind This Bill?

Who Benefits

  • Privacy-conscious residents
  • Property owners concerned about drone surveillance
  • People in areas with heavy drone activity

Who Pays the Price

  • Drone operators who may face new restrictions
  • Businesses using drones commercially

Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.

This bill was auto-scored using AI analysis of the bill text and legislative data. Scores may be refined as we review more bills.