HB1740

Relative to the protection of persons from domestic violence.

Introduced·12/17/25
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New Hampshire HB1740 amends domestic violence laws to enhance protections for victims and support law enforcement.

New Hampshire HB1740 revises the state's domestic violence laws to strengthen protections for victims and provide better support for law enforcement. The bill introduces a Domestic Violence Law Enforcement Training and Support Fund to assist law enforcement agencies with training and resources. It mandates law enforcement response to domestic violence reports, including investigations and evidence collection. The bill also establishes a rebuttable presumption of reasonable fear for protected persons and outlines procedures for issuing and enforcing protective orders.

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Calendar

Feb 4

10:00 AM

Criminal Justice and Public Safety Executive Session

Jan 16

10:30 AM

Criminal Justice and Public Safety Public Hearing

History

Feb 19

House

Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 02/19/2026 House Journal 5 P. 11

Feb 9

House

Committee Report: Inexpedient to Legislate 02/04/2026 (Vote 12-1; Consent Calendar) House Calendar 7 P. 8

Jan 28

House

Executive Session: 02/04/2026 10:00 am GP 159