Ayotte Waived Tolls for Gold Star Families
New Hampshire Governor Kelly Ayotte issued an executive order to grant toll and registration fee exemptions.
Updated on Oct. 8, 2026 in Military
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New Hampshire Governor Kelly Ayotte signed an executive order waiving state tolls and registration fees for Gold Star families. The policy applies to vehicles identified with Gold Star license plates throughout the state.
Why it matters
The order serves as a formal recognition of the sacrifice made by Gold Star families in New Hampshire. It removes specific financial barriers for families who have lost immediate relatives during military service.
The order mandates that vehicles equipped with Gold Star license plates are exempt from state toll charges and registration costs. Owners must identify their plates to toll attendants to utilize this waiver.
The players
Kelly Ayotte
Kelly Ayotte is the Governor of New Hampshire who serves as the state's chief executive.
The details
Governor Kelly Ayotte announced the directive in Concord, establishing a new state-level benefit for families of service members killed in action. Drivers will need to present their plates to toll personnel to process the waiver at state tolling points.
Timeline
October 7, 2026: Governor Ayotte issued the executive order.
Need to Know
The executive order builds upon the existing New Hampshire Gold Star license plate program by adding specific financial fee waivers to the established recognition system.
Gold Star families driving in New Hampshire can now avoid toll costs by displaying their specific license plates to attendants. This policy provides direct financial relief by eliminating registration fees and transit charges for those impacted by the order.
The takeaway
This policy change offers tangible financial support to families who have suffered the loss of a service member. Eligible residents should verify their registration status to ensure they can take advantage of the newly authorized exemptions.
Further reading
For more updates on state veteran initiatives, visit New Hampshire Military.
More information
View the full details in the executive order for Gold Star families.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Conway Daily Sun.
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