05/27/2026
HB 348 has officially been signed into law in New Hampshire.
The bill changes how municipalities can determine eligibility for local welfare assistance, including allowing communities to require proof of residency before providing certain forms of emergency support.
Advocates worked throughout the legislative session to improve the bill and secure important protections, while continuing to raise concerns about how new residency requirements could impact Granite Staters experiencing homelessness, housing instability, or crisis.
Housing stability starts with accessible support systems and communities willing to make sure no one falls through the cracks.