Data Privacy · New Hampshire
New Hampshire Privacy Act
SB 255 - enacted in New Hampshire.
- Enacted
- Status
- 2024
- Enacted
- 21
- States with data privacy laws
- 31/100
- New Hampshire strictness
The bottom line
New Hampshire Privacy Act is an enacted law in New Hampshire, part of a mature, broadly-adopted data privacy landscape.
- Enacted
- effective 2025-01-01
- 21
- states have data privacy laws
- 21/21
- data privacy laws enacted nationally
- 31/100
- New Hampshire strictness score
Data compiled 2026-03-18 from the official New Hampshire legislative record linked below; laws can be amended or repealed after this date.
Regulatory Snapshot: New Hampshire Privacy Act
New Hampshire Privacy Act (SB 255) is an enacted law in New Hampshire under the Data Privacy category. It was enacted on 2024-03-06 and becomes effective on 2025-01-01. New Hampshire currently reports 2 tracked regulations with 2 already in force, giving the state a regulatory strictness score of 31/100 relative to the national baseline. PlainRegWatch compiled this entry's data on 2026-03-18; consult the linked official source for the current, authoritative text.
Nationally, 21 data privacy statutes have been enacted and 0 additional bills remain pending - 21 distinct jurisdictions have codified rules in this area so far. That places New Hampshire within a mature and broadly adopted data privacy landscape where compliance programs typically hinge on definitions in SB 255 itself.
Applicability under New Hampshire Privacy Act: 35K+ consumers, or 10K+ with 25%+ data sale revenue. Penalty exposure is documented as: $7,500/violation. AG with 60-day cure. Notable exemptions: Government, HIPAA, GLBA, nonprofits, higher ed..
Summary
Connecticut model with universal opt-out.
Key Requirements
Full rights. Universal opt-out. Data protection assessments.
Penalties
$7,500/violation. AG with 60-day cure.
Applicability
35K+ consumers, or 10K+ with 25%+ data sale revenue.
Exemptions
Government, HIPAA, GLBA, nonprofits, higher ed.
How New Hampshire compares on data privacy
21 states regulate data privacy - New Hampshire ranks #20 by overall regulatory strictness. Bar = state strictness score (0–100).
| # | State | Strictness |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | California | 100 |
| 2 | Colorado | 76 |
| 3 | Texas | 69 |
| 4 | Connecticut | 62 |
| 5 | Minnesota | 62 |
| 6 | Oregon | 62 |
| 7 | Delaware | 59 |
| 8 | Virginia | 59 |
| 9 | Utah | 55 |
| 10 | Florida | 48 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Which states have data privacy regulations?
As of the last verification, 21 states have enacted data privacy regulations, with 0 additional bills pending across other states. New Hampshire is among the states that has enacted such legislation. Browse all data privacy regulations at plainregwatch.com for the complete state-by-state comparison.
When was New Hampshire Privacy Act enacted?
New Hampshire Privacy Act was enacted on 2024-03-06 and became effective on 2025-01-01. It was introduced as SB 255.
What are the penalties for violating New Hampshire Privacy Act?
$7,500/violation. AG with 60-day cure. Note that enforcement mechanisms and penalty structures may vary. Consult the official statute and qualified legal counsel for specific compliance requirements.
Does New Hampshire Privacy Act apply to small businesses?
35K+ consumers, or 10K+ with 25%+ data sale revenue. Many state regulations include thresholds or exemptions for smaller organizations. Review the full applicability criteria and consult legal counsel to determine your obligations.
How does New Hampshire compare to other states on data privacy?
New Hampshire has a regulatory strictness score of 31/100, based on 2 enacted regulations out of 2 tracked. Nationally, 21 states have enacted data privacy laws. Visit our state comparison page for a full ranking.
Where can I read the full text of New Hampshire Privacy Act?
The official text of New Hampshire Privacy Act (SB 255) is available from the New Hampshire legislature. PlainRegWatch links to the official source for every tracked regulation. We recommend reviewing the full statute alongside qualified legal counsel for compliance planning.
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The bottom line
This law is already in force - here's what matters for data privacy compliance.
- New Hampshire Privacy Act is enacted in New Hampshire, effective 2025-01-01. Official source
- 21 states now regulate data privacy; New Hampshire ranks #20 by strictness - compare requirements before you operate across state lines. Compare states
- See every regulation New Hampshire tracks across all five policy areas. New Hampshire profile
Summaries are general information, not legal advice; always confirm against the official statute and qualified counsel.
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