This bill amends existing laws regarding municipal noise regulations by removing the provision for "quiet hours" that previously applied to agricultural practices. Specifically, it modifies RSA 31:39, I(n) and RSA 47:17, XX to state that no ordinance or bylaw aimed at regulating noise from farming activities, as defined in RSA 21:34-a, will be enforceable within towns or cities. The bill clarifies that this exemption does not extend to agritourism activities, which are also defined in RSA 21:34-a.

The changes effectively allow agricultural operations to continue without the constraints of municipal noise regulations during all hours, thereby supporting farming activities. The bill is set to take effect 60 days after its passage, with an effective date of August 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 31:39, 47:17
Version adopted by both bodies: 31:39, 47:17
CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION: 31:39, 47:17