SB467

Relative to the penalty for certain fentanyl-related offenses and establishing a mandatory minimum sentence for the crime of distribution of a controlled drug with death resulting.

Chamber Passed·2/26/26
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New Hampshire SB467 establishes a mandatory minimum sentence for distribution of a controlled drug resulting in death and modifies penalties for.

New Hampshire SB467 amends the Controlled Drug Act to establish a mandatory minimum sentence for the crime of distribution of a controlled drug resulting in death. The bill sets a minimum term of imprisonment of not less than 7 years for such offenses. It also modifies the penalties for fentanyl-related offenses, including stricter liability for deaths resulting from fentanyl distribution.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 16–8 · Feb 26
Current
The House
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

0
13
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Ought to Pass

16 Yea

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8 Nay

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Calendar

Apr 3

10:00 AM

Criminal Justice and Public Safety Executive Session

Mar 20

10:00 AM

Criminal Justice and Public Safety Public Hearing

History

Apr 23

House

Refer for Interim Study: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 04/23/2026 House Journal 11 P. 6

Apr 15

House

Committee Report: Refer for Interim Study 04/03/2026 (Vote 11-0; Consent Calendar)

Mar 25

House

Executive Session: 04/03/2026 10:00 am GP 159