The New Hampshire House of Representatives voted to effectively kill House Bill 346 (HB 346), which would have increased the maximum annual licensing fee that towns can charge local racetracks from $100 to $500.  

PRI opposed HB 346, warning that it would have imposed unnecessary financial burdens on racetracks across the state. By allowing local governments to increase licensing fees fivefold, the legislation threatened to create a patchwork of inconsistent costs, making it harder for tracks--many of which are small, family-run businesses--to stay competitive. 

PRI continues to advocate for policies that support the health of grassroots racing and the motorsports industry. The defeat of HB 346 ensures that New Hampshire's racetracks can continue to operate without additional financial strain, preserving the state's vibrant racing community. 

For more information, contact Christian Robinson, PRI's senior director of state government affairs, at christianr@sema.org.