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HB 779

allowing the sale of rabbit meat in intrastate commerce.

Introduced by Keith Ammon and 5 co-sponsors

HB 779 legalizes intrastate rabbit meat sales in New Hampshire, enabling farmers and processors to sell rabbit products to state consumers and businesses.

Enrolled Bill Amendment # 2025-1906e Adopted, VV, (In recess of 05/01/2025); SJ 12
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Bill Summary · HB 779

Legislative bill overview

HB 779 permits the sale of rabbit meat within New Hampshire through intrastate commerce channels. Currently, rabbit meat sales are either prohibited or heavily restricted under existing state regulations. The bill removes barriers that prevent rabbit farmers and processors from selling their products to consumers and businesses within the state.

Why is this important

Rabbit meat is a legal food product in most U.S. states and represents a potential agricultural market opportunity for New Hampshire farmers. Allowing intrastate sales could support small-scale agriculture diversification, create local food supply options, and generate economic activity without affecting interstate commerce. Currently, New Hampshire residents interested in rabbit meat must source it from out-of-state suppliers or face legal restrictions.

Potential points of contention

  • Food safety oversight: Questions about inspection protocols, health standards, and regulatory authority for rabbit meat processing and sales compared to existing frameworks for poultry and other meats
  • Agricultural impact scope: Whether this creates meaningful economic opportunity or represents a niche market with limited practical benefit to the state's farming community
  • Consumer demand uncertainty: Limited clarity on actual market demand for rabbit meat in New Hampshire, which could affect whether the regulatory framework justifies the effort

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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