New Hampshire 2026 Regular Session

New Hampshire House Bill HB1765

Introduced
12/17/25  
Refer
12/17/25  
Report Pass
3/5/26  
Engrossed
3/17/26  
Refer
3/17/26  

Caption

Enabling wine and beverage manufacturers to offer tastings of and sell products of certain New Hampshire wine and beverage manufacturers and relative to defacing of controlled products.

Impact

If enacted, HB 1765 will enhance the rights of local wine and beverage manufacturers, directly impacting state laws related to alcohol sales and distribution. It aims to streamline the sales process for these manufacturers by permitting them to sell their products in a more accessible manner and conduct tastings, which could potentially boost local economies by attracting more consumers to have direct experiences with local beverages. However, the fiscal impact of this bill has yet to be determined as the Liquor Commission has not completed the required fiscal note.

Summary

House Bill 1765 aims to enable wine and beverage manufacturers in New Hampshire to offer tastings and sell products directly to consumers. The bill amends existing legislation, allowing wine manufacturers to conduct tastings and sell their products at retail outlets, as well as transport their products to other locations like farmers' markets. It stipulates certain limits on the volume of samples that can be provided during tastings and emphasizes compliance with the terms laid out by the state's Liquor Commission. The objective of this bill is to promote local manufacturers and foster a more dynamic beverage industry within New Hampshire.

Sentiment

The sentiment surrounding HB 1765 appears to be generally positive, particularly among local wine and beverage producers who view it as a long-awaited opportunity to expand their market reach and engage more directly with customers. Supporters argue that allowing tastings will enhance consumer awareness of local products and promote responsible drinking experiences. On the other hand, some members may express concerns regarding regulatory oversight and the potential implications for state revenue from alcohol sales.

Contention

Notable points of contention surrounding this bill may arise from the balance of ensuring effective regulation of alcohol sales while promoting local economic development. There may also be discussions regarding the appropriateness of sampling regulations and the extent to which manufacturers should be allowed to market their products directly to consumers. Ultimately, the bill raises important considerations about local versus state control in the regulation of the alcohol industry in New Hampshire.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NH HB276

Establishing a liquor license where beverages, wine, and liquor can be sold without food.

NH SB79

Enabling the use of self-pour automated systems by liquor commission licensees.

NH HB399

Establishing a commission to study the New Hampshire zoning enabling act and relative to the effective date of the C-PACER program.

NH HB612

Enabling the division of motor vehicles to create a temporary traditional driver's license for youth operators about to turn 21 and relative to requiring employers to provide certain information regarding cost sharing to employees receiving workers' compensation benefit and relative to declaring the third week in September to be New Hampshire service dog week.

NH SB235

Enabling funds from the Pitman-Robertson Act to be spent by the fish and game department on threatened and endangered species in New Hampshire and allowing the fish and game department to collect donations at sites approved by the executive director.

NH HB123

Defining pre-sequestration timber tax revenue, establishing a moratorium on carbon sequestration and establishing a commission to study the effects of carbon sequestration in New Hampshire forests upon state and local tax revenue, effective forest management, and the health of New Hampshires logging industry.

NH HB467

Defining "social districts" and enabling municipalities to create social districts.

NH HB401

Relative to animal testing funded by New Hampshire state funds.

NH HB307

Relative to the food production area for homestead food.

NH HB710

Enabling electric utilities to own, operate, and offer advanced nuclear resources, and relative to purchased power agreements for electric distribution utilities and limitations on community customer generators.

Similar Bills

CA SB561

An act to add Article 16 (commencing with Section 25258.

CA AB2747

Vehicles: manufacturers: engine labeling.

FL S0528

Manufacturing

NJ S1239

Creates "Manufacturing Reboot Program" in EDA to provide financial assistance to certain manufacturing businesses; makes $10 million appropriation to EDA.

NJ A2467

Creates "Manufacturing Reboot Program" in EDA to provide financial assistance to certain manufacturing businesses; makes $10 million appropriation to EDA.

CA AB2012

Vehicles: transportation of manufactured homes.

FL H0561

Manufacturing

FL S0600

Manufacturing