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HB1612 — NH, US
HB1612 is an AI governance legislation from NH, currently introduced. New Hampshire HB1612 proposes to regulate landlord use of software that facilitates price-fixing [1]. AIGI tracks 4 primary-source updates on this bill; the most recent was published on 2026-01-07.
Status & timeline
- Regulatory stage
- introduced
- Authority / governing body
- New Hampshire General Court
- Document type
- legislation
Next deadline: No fixed deadline — the bill is currently in legislative review.
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Full obligation matrix
| Actor | Obligation | Deadline | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| deployer | Refrain from using price-fixing websites, algorithms, or other software that enable anti-competitive pricing practices. | — | — |
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Enforcement risk score
Hypothetical or aspirational; no enforcement signal yet.
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Role-based compliance checklist
- compliance_officer Monitor HB1612 for passage and specific provisions regarding algorithmic pricing for landlords.
- ceo Assess current use of automated pricing tools for potential alignment with anti-price-fixing regulations.
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Vendor impact assessment
- Vendor risk class
- high
- Procurement categories
- other
Vendors providing property management or pricing software to landlords in New Hampshire may need to adapt their offerings to prevent or detect features that could be deemed 'price-fixing' under this proposed legislation.
Sample vendor questions
- Does your pricing software include features that facilitate coordinated pricing with other landlords?
- How does your software ensure compliance with antitrust and fair housing laws regarding pricing?
- Can your software be configured to prevent or detect 'price-fixing' behavior?
- What transparency features does your software offer regarding pricing methodologies?
Intelligence briefs (4)
New Hampshire Bill Targets Landlord Use of Price-Fixing Algorithms
New Hampshire HB1612 proposes to regulate landlord use of software that facilitates price-fixing [1].
This signals expanding scrutiny of algorithmic pricing's role in market competition, particularly in housing, impacting deployer obligations.
Deadline: No fixed deadline — the bill is currently in legislative review.
Primary source →NH Bill HB1612 Addresses Landlord Algorithmic Pricing
New Hampshire's HB1612 proposes regulation of landlord pricing practices leveraging algorithms or software [1].
This development bears on the expanding scope of AI governance into anti-competitive pricing, particularly in regulated sectors.
Deadline: No fixed deadline; legislative process is ongoing.
Primary source →New Hampshire HB1612 Targets Algorithmic Price-Fixing by Landlords
New Hampshire HB1612 introduces legislation regarding landlords' use of price-fixing algorithms or software [1].
This signals emerging legislative scrutiny of algorithmic pricing models, particularly in regulated industries like housing.
Deadline: No fixed deadline — the bill is currently undergoing legislative process.
Primary source →NH HB1612 Targets Landlord AI and Algorithmic Pricing Practices
New Hampshire's HB1612 proposes regulating landlord use of "price-fixing websites, algorithms, or other software" [1].
This development signals increasing legislative scrutiny on algorithmic pricing practices, particularly within the housing sector, affecting AI governance scope.
Deadline: No fixed deadline — legislative proposal currently under review.
Primary source →Frequently asked questions
- What is HB1612?
- New Hampshire House Bill 1612 (2024) addresses the use of price-fixing websites, algorithms, or other software by landlords. The bill aims to prevent landlords from employing tools that facilitate anti-competitive practices in rental pricing [1]. This legislative effort reflects increasing scrutiny of algorithmic influence on consumer markets, particularly in essential sectors like housing. Primary source →
- Why does HB1612 matter?
- This signals expanding scrutiny of algorithmic pricing's role in market competition, particularly in housing, impacting deployer obligations. Primary source →
- Who does HB1612 affect?
- This legislative proposal primarily impacts landlords operating within New Hampshire who utilize algorithmic pricing tools or software for setting rental rates. Organizations in the property management sector, particularly those employing third-party platforms for market analysis and pricing recommendations, would be in scope. This extends to business functions responsible for legal compliance, risk management, and property operations that involve pricing strategies. Primary source →
- What are the key dates for HB1612?
- No fixed deadline — the bill is currently in legislative review. Primary source →
- What is the current status of HB1612?
- As of the last published update, HB1612 is at the "introduced" stage. Primary source →
- Where can I find the primary source for HB1612?
- The primary source for the most recent update is at https://gc.nh.gov/lsr_search/billText.aspx?id=1814&type=4. AIGI publishes the full citation chain plus every approved brief on this bill. Primary source →
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