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HB 1058

enabling the carrying of a firearm on an OHRV when such OHRV is being operated on private property.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Dan Innis and 5 co-sponsors

HB 1058 would allow firearm possession while operating OHRVs on private New Hampshire property, balancing recreational rights against potential safety and enforcement concerns.

Inexpedient to Legislate: MA VV 03/05/2026 HJ 6 P. 4
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Bill Summary · HB 1058

Legislative bill overview

HB 1058 would permit firearm possession while operating off-highway recreational vehicles (OHRVs) on private property in New Hampshire. The bill specifically addresses the current legal restrictions that prohibit carrying firearms on OHRVs, creating an exception for private land use.

Why is this important

This bill reflects a broader tension between outdoor recreation rights and public safety regulations. For supporters, it addresses practical concerns of rural property owners who use OHRVs for legitimate purposes like hunting, predator control, or property protection. For critics, it raises questions about operator safety, accident liability, and whether allowing firearms on moving vehicles—even privately—represents sound policy.

Potential points of contention

  • Operator safety standards: No clear requirements specified regarding training, licensing, or sobriety standards while carrying firearms on OHRVs, which are vehicles known for instability and accidents
  • Scope limitations: Defining what constitutes "private property" and whether adjacent properties, easements, or multi-owner land create enforcement ambiguities
  • Liability and enforcement: Questions about who is responsible for accidents involving armed OHRV operators and how law enforcement would distinguish lawful private use from unlawful activity

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

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