Signed by Governor Ayotte 05/22/2026; Chapter 84; eff. 07/01/2026
Summary
The law raises the cost of annual dog licenses and creates a small companion‑animal population‑control fee that goes to a state neutering fund. Owners of dogs 7 months or older pay higher rates unless the animal is spayed or neutered, while seniors 65 and older pay a reduced $2 fee and are exempt from the extra surcharge for one dog. The changes are intended to generate additional money for controlling the dog population.
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