NH House Testimony

HB1630

House · 2026 sessionBipartisanSigned into law

Ban on recreational nitrous oxide sales

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Prohibits liquor licensees from using their premises for illegal purposes, requires compliance with laws against inhaling toxic vapors, bans the sale of nitrous oxide devices, and subjects violations to liquor commission enforcement and license revocation for repeat offenses.

prohibiting the sale of nitrous oxide and certain inhalants for recreational purposes.

Business and IndustryLiquor and BeerCrimes, Crim.Proc. & Corr.

Status

Signed into law · June 24, 2026
  1. Introduced
  2. House
  3. Senate
  4. Governor
  5. Law

Division of testimony

109 submissions
Support 103Oppose 6Neutral 0
Carolyn OgrenSupportKeene, NHfor MyselfFeb 11, 2026

Compounds such as nitrous oxide should never be available for non-medical use. Its addictive qualities make it even more dangerous. This bill should pass because we must protect people whose ability to determine the dangers from such are thing, due to lack of knowledge or who may be under the influence of other addictive drugs, is a necessary part of governments job.

Hannah MeiselmanSupportManchester, NHfor MyselfFeb 11, 2026

I support HB1630 because restricting the sale of nitrous oxide and similar inhalants for recreational use helps reduce preventable harm. I encourage the committee to ensure the bill is narrowly tailored so it does not interfere with legitimate medical or industrial applications.

Mignon LeeAnnSupportMerrimack, NHfor MyselfFeb 11, 2026

I know young people who have or have had a severe addiction to Nitrous Oxide. I believe restricting the availability of this harmful drug Will benefit our community.

Margaret KonzeSupportPembroke, NHfor MyselfFeb 11, 2026

I was horrified when I learned that “galaxy gas” was flavored and being sold to young people. I don’t agree with the war on drugs, but these canisters are obviously marketed to young people and huffing literally kills.

Michele ChaliceSupportKeene, NHfor MyselfFeb 11, 2026

This life-saving medicine has no place as a recreational drug. Please support this bill to protect the health and well-being of our residents. Sincerely, Michele Chalice

Janet LucasSupportCampton, NHfor MyselfFeb 11, 2026

The testimonies that you receive about this bill should be more than enough to convince you that nitrous oxide is not for recreation and is particularly dangerous as marketed toward minors. This is a chance to close up a truly dangerous loophole, protect children and prevent addiction.

Jennifer legierSupportCampton, NHfor MyselfFeb 11, 2026

This bill supports the health and safety of our citizens, especially young people. No one should be able to purchase and use harmful substances like nitrous oxide for recreational purposes. Leave the use of these items in the hands of medical professionals trained in their use.

Nancy f Donahue lSupportCampton, NHfor MyselfFeb 11, 2026

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Melissa DemersSupportNew boston, NHfor MyselfFeb 11, 2026

Nitrous oxide product should not be available for children to purchase

Abby evankowSupportGorham, NHfor MyselfFeb 11, 2026

Protect our youth !

Megan GreenbaumSupportMoultonborough, NHfor MyselfFeb 11, 2026

Position recorded without written comment.

Lois CoteSupportManchester, NHfor MyselfFeb 11, 2026

Position recorded without written comment.

Alfrieda EnglundSupportMunsonville, NHfor MyselfFeb 11, 2026

Position recorded without written comment.

Robert EnglundSupportMunsonville, NHfor MyselfFeb 11, 2026

Position recorded without written comment.

Jodi NewellSupportKeene, NHfor Cheshire 4Feb 11, 2026

Position recorded without written comment.

Jesse MedeirosOpposePlainfield, NHfor MyselfFeb 11, 2026

Position recorded without written comment.

Lisa DillinghamSupportStrafford, NHfor MyselfFeb 11, 2026

Position recorded without written comment.

David SmithSupportMerrimack, NHfor MyselfFeb 11, 2026

Position recorded without written comment.

Kristen MerrittSupportNashua, NHfor MyselfFeb 11, 2026

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Cynthia WhitakerSupportWeare, NHfor MyselfFeb 11, 2026

Position recorded without written comment.

Stacey EvansSupportPenacook, NHfor MyselfFeb 11, 2026

Position recorded without written comment.

Debra HuffmanSupportMerrimack, NHfor MyselfFeb 11, 2026

Position recorded without written comment.

Christine OjendykSupportHopkinton, NHfor MyselfFeb 11, 2026

Position recorded without written comment.

Barbara CrouseSupportConcord, NHfor MyselfFeb 11, 2026

Position recorded without written comment.

Maureen MooneySupportMerrimack, NHfor Hills 12Feb 11, 2026

Position recorded without written comment.