New Hampshire HB1530: requiring notification of abutters and public review prior to disturbing beaver dams in non-emergency situations.

Sponsors

• Eleana Colby (D, 9) · primary sponsor
• William Darby (D, 11)
• Laurel Stavis (D, 13)
• Allison Knab (D, 12)
• Cathryn Harvey (D, 6)
• Wendy Thomas (D, 12)

Latest actions

1. February 12, 2026: Inexpedient to Legislate: MA DV 189-156 02/12/2026 HJ 4 P. 47
2. February 3, 2026: Minority Committee Report: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-0172h
3. February 3, 2026: Majority Committee Report: Inexpedient to Legislate 01/28/2026 (Vote 9-7; RC) HC 6 P. 17
4. January 21, 2026: Executive Session: 01/28/2026 10:00 am GP 228
5. January 9, 2026: Public Hearing: 01/14/2026 03:15 pm GP 228
6. December 10, 2025: Introduced 01/07/2026 and referred to Resources, Recreation and Development HJ 1 P. 24

Common questions

What is HB1530?

HB1530 is a bill in the New Hampshire Legislature (2025 Regular Session): requiring notification of abutters and public review prior to disturbing beaver dams in non-emergency situations.

What is the status of HB1530?

Failed as of February 12, 2026. Latest action: Inexpedient to Legislate: MA DV 189-156 02/12/2026 HJ 4 P. 47 (February 12, 2026).

Who sponsored HB1530?

Eleana Colby (D, 9), with 5 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for HB1530?

On the New Hampshire Legislature website: https://gc.nh.gov/bill_status/legacy/bs2016/bill_docket_report.aspx?lsr=2740&sy=2026