Transportation (Electric Vehicles)

in committee · New Hampshire · House Feb 19, 2026

HB 1410: creating a new classification for electric vehicles.

HB 1410 creates a new "out-of-class electric vehicle" (OCEV) classification for small electric vehicles (fewer than 4 wheels) that don't fit existing categories like mopeds or bicycles. It requires sellers to clearly disclose at point of sale and in advertising that these vehicles aren't standard electric bikes and are instead subject to motor vehicle laws. The bill restricts public road operation unless reclassified, mandates safety equipment (headlights, brakes, mirrors), sets age limits (no operators under 16, helmets for under 18), and imposes a $250 penalty for violations. This directly affects sellers of such vehicles, operators, and local authorities responsible for designating permitted areas.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates safety equipment (headlights, brakes) and regulates OCEV operation, enhancing transportation safety standards for emerging vehicle types.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Roads & Highways

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signed · New Hampshire · House Jul 10, 2026

HB 1594: establishing a weight-based tiered registration fee schedule for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles.

HB 1594 changes New Hampshire's registration fees for electric vehicles from a flat rate to a weight-based system. Fully electric cars (BEVs) will pay $25 for vehicles under 2,000 pounds, $100 for 2,000-5,000 pounds, and $150 for heavier models, while plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) will continue to pay $50 regardless of weight. Neighborhood electric vehicles and low-speed scooters would be exempt from fees. The fees collected would go into the highway fund, and the bill takes effect July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes weight-based registration fees for EVs/PHEVs, directing revenue to highway fund, funding infrastructure through new tax mechanism.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill directs EV registration fees into highway fund, explicitly funding transportation infrastructure projects.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing Electric Vehicles Roads & Highways Vehicle Registration

in committee · New Hampshire · Senate Feb 5, 2026

SB 628: enabling curbside electric-vehicle charging.

SB 628 enables highway authorities (state or local governments) to license curbside electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in public rights-of-way, such as sidewalks or street spaces. It establishes two options for electricity supply: either a dedicated new service or a "host energy reimbursement arrangement" where operators pay adjacent property owners for electricity use via separate metering. The bill sets strict siting rules to ensure pedestrian accessibility, safety, and compliance with disability standards, while clarifying that operators are not considered public utilities. This directly affects highway authorities, property owners hosting chargers, and EV charging operators by creating a legal framework for public EV charging infrastructure.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyEnables EV charging infrastructure, promoting electric vehicles and reducing fossil fuel dependence. Directly advances clean energy infrastructure development for transportation.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEnables EV charging infrastructure to promote electric vehicle adoption, reducing transportation emissions and supporting clean energy transition.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEnables curbside EV charging infrastructure in public rights-of-way, promoting sustainable transportation and modernizing transportation infrastructure.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Electric Vehicles Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways

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failed · New Hampshire · House Feb 19, 2026

HB 1682: relative to registration and road access for low-capacity and low-weight battery-operated vehicles.

HB 1682 establishes registration fees for small battery-operated vehicles used on public roads in New Hampshire. It charges $20 annually for municipal on-road use (vehicles under 400 lbs) and $30 for public road use (401-1,000 lbs), with fees paid to the owner's municipality or deposited in the highway fund. The bill exempts motorized electric vehicles used exclusively off-road from registration requirements. It also requires the Department of Safety to report annual fee revenue to transportation committees. This affects owners of small electric scooters, bikes, or similar devices operating on public roads.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates $20-$30 annual registration fees for vehicles, revenue deposited into highway fund/municipalities, directly funding infrastructure maintenance.92% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEstablishes registration fees for on-road battery vehicles, deposits revenue into highway fund, directly funding transportation infrastructure maintenance and operations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Vehicles Roads & Highways Vehicle Registration

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in committee · New Hampshire · House Feb 19, 2026

HB 1533: relative to the use of electric bicycles and alternative electric micromobility devices.

HB 1533 regulates electric bicycles and alternative electric micromobility devices (like e-scooters) by prohibiting their operation on sidewalks and restricting class 3 devices from bicycle paths. It requires annual registration, speedometers, headlights, and learner's permits for riders aged 16-18 operating class 3 devices. The bill also establishes penalties including device impoundment for violations and clarifies that non-compliant devices will be treated as off-highway recreational vehicles. These rules directly affect e-bike and micromobility users, particularly those operating higher-speed class 3 devices in public spaces.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRegulates e-bikes/scooters with safety requirements (headlights, speedometers, path restrictions), enhancing transportation safety standards for micromobility devices.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bicycle Infrastructure Electric Vehicles Roads & Highways

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signed · New Hampshire · Senate Jun 24, 2026

SB 589: relative to port electrification, microgrid development, and cybersecurity standards for energy and water systems.

SB 589 requires New Hampshire to create a task force studying electricity needs for interstate trucking charging stations, port electrification, and transmission corridors, with a report due by June 2027. It authorizes a pilot program for microgrid development at up to five locations to improve energy resilience, collaborating with utilities and businesses. The bill also mandates the Department of Energy to develop cybersecurity guidelines for distributed energy systems like solar and battery storage. These provisions directly affect state agencies, transportation infrastructure planners, port operators, and energy providers by setting new planning and safety requirements.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyAuthorizes microgrid pilot for resilience, mandates port electrification/transmission studies, and requires cybersecurity guidelines for distributed energy resources like solar/batteries.92% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates cybersecurity guidelines for distributed energy resources, directly protecting critical technology infrastructure in energy systems.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill mandates task force for trucking charging stations, port electrification, and microgrid pilot for transportation energy resilience - directly advances transportation infrastructure needs.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Electric Grid Energy Resilience Transmission Cybersecurity Electric Vehicles Freight Ports

failed · New Hampshire · House Feb 19, 2026

HB 1536: establishing penalties for unauthorized parking in designated electric vehicle and motorcycle spaces.

HB 1536 prohibits non-electric vehicles and non-motorcycles from parking in spaces specifically marked for electric vehicles (for charging), mopeds, or motorcycles. It requires clear, visible signage meeting standard traffic sign requirements and imposes a $62 minimum fine for violations, with 20% of the fine going to the local town or city where the parking occurred. The law applies to all designated spaces on both public and private property, directly affecting drivers who park in these spots without authorization. This creates a consistent penalty structure to prioritize access for EVs and motorcycles in designated parking areas.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentEnsures dedicated EV charging spaces to promote electric vehicle adoption, reducing emissions from gasoline vehicles and supporting clean energy infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEnforces designated EV/motorcycle parking to promote sustainable transportation adoption and prevent obstruction of charging infrastructure.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Parks & Recreation Electric Vehicles

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