New Hampshire

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New Hampshire became the first US state to sign a Bitcoin strategic reserve law into effect, with Governor Kelly Ayotte signing HB 302 in 2025. The law allows the state treasurer to invest up to 5% of certain state funds in Bitcoin and precious metals. Consistent with its "Live Free or Die" motto and libertarian political culture, New Hampshire also hosts the Free State Project — a movement of libertarians relocating to the state — many of whom are Bitcoin advocates.

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State: New Hampshire
Region: Northeast
Status: signed_into_law
Notable: Historic first: New Hampshire became the first US state to legalize state Bitcoin holdings in May 2025
Governor: Kelly Ayotte
Income Tax: No
Bill Number: HB 302
Description: First US state to sign Bitcoin reserve legislation into law. Allows state treasurer to invest up to 5% of certain state funds in digital assets with market cap over $500B (effectively Bitcoin-only). Investment vehicle: spot ETFs or direct custody.
Legislation: HB 302
Signed Date: May 2025
Abbreviation: NH
Reserve Cap Pct: 5%
Notable Legislation: HB 302 (2025)
Bitcoin Mining Rights: Yes
Strategic Btc Reserve: Yes
Bitcoin Friendly Score: high

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