HB1639

Establishing investigatory grand juries housed under the county sheriffs' offices.

Introduced·12/10/25
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Establishes investigatory grand juries under county sheriffs' offices in New Hampshire.

New Hampshire HB1639 establishes investigatory grand juries housed under county sheriffs' offices. These grand juries have broad investigative powers, including examining financial records, interviewing officials, and reviewing policies. They can investigate public entities, financial institutions, detention facilities, and corporate misconduct. The grand juries can also review election and tax administration, federal overreach, and war crimes. They can issue findings and recommendations to the public and relevant authorities.

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Calendar

Feb 9

10:00 AM

Judiciary Executive Session

Jan 28

1:00 PM

Judiciary Public Hearing

History

Feb 19

House

Refer for Interim Study: Motion Adopted DV 257-86 02/19/2026 House Journal 5 P. 89

Feb 11

House

Majority Committee Report: Refer for Interim Study 02/09/2026 (Vote 14-2; Regular Calendar) House Calendar 7 P. 36

Feb 11

House

Minority Committee Report: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-0542h (NT)