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New Hampshire Bill Criminalizes Transgender Bathroom Use

12/10/2025

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New Hampshire lawmakers have introduced House Bill 1442 to criminalize transgender individuals for using bathrooms that align with their gender identity in public and private spaces.
The measure extends beyond prior restrictions by allowing businesses to charge individuals with trespass for using the “wrong” restroom.
As the 2025 legislative season begins, New Hampshire faces twelve bills targeting transgender rights and related restrictions, with some Democratic support.

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Story summary

New Hampshire lawmakers have introduced House Bill 1442 to criminalize transgender individuals for using bathrooms that align with their gender identity in public and private spaces.
The measure extends beyond prior restrictions by allowing businesses to charge individuals with trespass for using the “wrong” restroom.
As the 2025 legislative season begins, New Hampshire faces twelve bills targeting transgender rights and related restrictions, with some Democratic support.