Is New Hampshire a right-to-work state?

No — New Hampshire is not a right-to-work state.

Does New Hampshire require notice of non-competes before hiring?

Yes — RSA § 275:70 requires written notice before offer acceptance.

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New Hampshire legal context

New Hampshire is an at-will employment state. New Hampshire is not a right-to-work state. The New Hampshire Law Against Discrimination (RSA § 354-A) prohibits employment discrimination. RSA § 275:70 requires written notice of non-compete obligations before offer acceptance, and RSA § 275:70-a bans non-competes for low-wage workers.

Key NH statutes

New Hampshire Law Against Discrimination
RSA § 354-A
Prohibits employment discrimination.
Pre-Hire Disclosure Statute
RSA § 275:70
Written notice required before offer acceptance.
Low-Wage Worker Ban
RSA § 275:70-a
Bans non-competes for low-wage workers.

New Hampshire-specific considerations

At-Will Default
Termination at any time for any lawful reason.
Not a Right-to-Work State
Union security agreements remain enforceable.
Pre-Hire Non-Compete Notice
Written notice required before offer acceptance under § 275:70.
Low-Wage Worker Ban
Non-competes unenforceable against statutorily defined low-wage workers.