https://www.jeremyjolson.com/legislation/2025/hb649/
Picture this: the open roads of New Hampshire, the hum of engines, and the sweet sound of freedom from those pesky vehicle inspection stickers. That’s the vibe of my latest bluegrass anthem, No More Stickers, a song that’s not just a foot-stomping tune but a rallying cry for Granite Staters fed up with the so-called “sticker scam.” And guess what? This song caught the ear of the campaign behind HB649, a game-changing piece of legislation that’s peeling those stickers off our windshields for good. I’m beyond thrilled to share how my music became part of this historic movement!
The campaign, championed by Rep. Michael Granger and detailed on Jeremy J. Olson’s website (https://www.jeremyjolson.com/legislation/2025/hb649/), is all about giving New Hampshire drivers a break. HB649, now tucked into the state’s omnibus budget bill (HB2, §§ 244–256), puts an end to mandatory safety inspections by January 31, 2026, and, pending an EPA waiver, emissions tests by September 30, 2026. It’s a victory for everyone who’s ever grumbled about shelling out cash for inspections that felt more like a shakedown than a safety check. The article on Olson’s site lays it all out: the bill’s journey through the House, the Senate, and the budget conference committee, fueled by stories of “endless ripoffs and scams” from drivers across the state. It’s a tale of grassroots grit, with the House GOP and supporters shouting, “We ended the sticker scam!”
Enter No More Stickers. When I wrote this song, I wanted to capture that same frustration—the feeling of being nickel-and-dimed just to keep your car on the road. With its twangy banjo riffs, driving fiddle, and lyrics that paint a picture of rural rebellion, the song channels the spirit of New Hampshire’s independent streak. Lines like “No more stickers, let my wheels roll free” hit home for anyone who’s waited in line at a garage, wallet in hand, for a test that seemed more about profit than protection. It’s bluegrass with a purpose, blending the genre’s storytelling roots with a modern fight for fairness.
I was over the moon when the HB649 campaign picked up No More Stickers as part of their push. Seeing my song tied to a cause that’s resonating with so many feels like hitting the perfect chord. The article on Olson’s site doesn’t just break down the legislative nuts and bolts—it captures the energy of a movement. It names the key players, like the conference committee members who fought for the bill, and even lists their contact info, urging folks to keep the pressure on. It’s raw, real, and relentless, just like the stories of drivers who inspired my song. The campaign’s call to action—“keep contacting the House, Senate, and Governor!”—echoes the same fire I poured into the track.
What makes this moment so special is how it shows music’s power to amplify a message. No More Stickers isn’t just a song; it’s a piece of this victory, a soundtrack for the folks who spoke out and made HB649 happen. The article mentions “positive media coverage” boosting the campaign, and I like to think my song added a little harmony to that chorus. Whether it’s the banjo’s pluck or the crowd singing along, this track is a celebration of New Hampshire saying, “Enough is enough!”
As HB649 rolls out, with safety inspections ending next January and emissions tests likely following, I’m proud to know No More Stickers is part of the story. So crank up the tune, hit the road, and let’s toast to a sticker-free future in the Granite State. Here’s to the campaign, the drivers, and the music that brought us together—long may we roll!
Listen to the song, "No More Stickers": https://adamsweet.bandcamp.com/track/no-more-stickers on Bandcamp, or https://soundcloud.com/sweetsongsproject/no-more-stickers on Soundcloud