Bill would give towns right to require proof of residency before providing welfare

By: Ethan DeWitt

Outlets: NH Bulletin

Published: April 21, 2026

Words: 1,371

Last Updated: 3 months, 1 week ago

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This story was updated on April 21 at 11:33 a.m. to clarify that an earlier version of SB 568 imposed an assistance cap of 50% of federal poverty guidelines.

New Hampshire’s centuries-old welfare law is pointed and clear: If a resident is poor or unable to support themselves, a municipality must provide relief. That aid can come in a number of forms, from rental assistance to help with heating bills.

Less obvious at times …

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