The New Hampshire Senate tabled House-passed HB 186 on March 5, 2026, by a vote of 15-9, Filter reported. The House had passed the bill 208-135 earlier in 2026.
The bill would have vacated past cannabis possession convictions and licensed a regulated market. Gov. Kelly Ayotte has said she would veto legalization. A Senate bill and a House constitutional amendment on legalization remained pending.
Why it matters: New Hampshire's chance to clear past possession convictions this session was set aside by the Senate.
Source: Filter, 2026-03-06. Forgotten Prisoner's account is based on this reporting.