Immigration

signed · New Hampshire · House Jul 16, 2026

HB 1062: authorizing the secretary of state to conduct random audits of the citizenship qualification of registered voters.

HB 1062 authorizes New Hampshire's Secretary of State to randomly audit the citizenship status of registered voters who provided a "qualified voter affidavit" as proof of citizenship. The bill requires using government and private databases to verify citizenship, with confirmed citizens marked in the voter database to avoid future audits. If audits suggest non-citizenship, the findings are sent to the Attorney General for review. This directly affects registered voters who used the affidavit method during registration, adding a verification step to the voter registration process. The law does not change voting eligibility but adds a new administrative check for citizenship.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationVerifies citizenship for voter eligibility, restricting non-citizen voting access through state enforcement. Directly limits immigrant participation in electoral process.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Citizenship & Naturalization

died · New Hampshire · House Mar 3, 2026

HB 1302: relative to post-arrest photograph distribution by law enforcement officers.

HB 1302 prohibits law enforcement from publicly releasing mugshots of individuals arrested for nonviolent offenses before they are convicted. This applies to all such photographs taken during arrest, with exceptions only for immediate public safety threats (e.g., locating a dangerous suspect) or when a defendant fails to appear in court after bail. The bill also specifies that these restrictions do not apply to individuals unlawfully present in the U.S., who may have mugshots released regardless of conviction status. Law enforcement must document any permitted release, including the reason and recipient. The policy aims to reduce reputational harm for unconvicted individuals while maintaining public safety exceptions.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRestricts pre-conviction mugshot releases for nonviolent offenses, protecting defendants' rights and reducing stigma - core criminal justice reform principle.90% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill explicitly excludes 'unlawfully present in U.S.' from mugshot privacy protections, limiting immigrant rights as defined by immigration status.85% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRestricts public release of arrest photos, enhancing data privacy protections for nonviolent offenders.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Courts Law Enforcement

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signed · New Hampshire · House Jun 2, 2026

HB 1499: relative to additional grounds for eviction under the landlord and tenant statute, relative to the responsibility of local school districts to provide meals to students during school hours, and reimbursing schools for meals provided to students at no cost and making an appropriation therefor.

HB 1499 would expand eviction grounds under New Hampshire's landlord and tenant law by adding three specific conditions: (1) a tenant or occupant being unlawfully present in the U.S., (2) a recent conviction (within 3 years) for certain violent crimes or drug offenses, or (3) being a registered sexual offender under state law. This bill directly affects tenants who meet these criteria, allowing landlords to seek eviction based on these new grounds. The key provision modifies the existing statute to include these three categories as valid reasons for termination of tenancy. The bill takes effect 60 days after passage and does not require new state funding.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeExpands eviction grounds based on criminal history (convictions, sexual offender status), directly aligning with 'expands criminalization' indicator for oppose stance.85% confidence ✗ HousingOpposes HousingExpands eviction grounds for vulnerable tenants (immigrants, convicted individuals), directly weakening tenant protections under housing law.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationExpands eviction grounds for tenants unlawfully present in U.S., restricting housing access for undocumented immigrants.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Tenant Rights

failed · New Hampshire · House Apr 10, 2026

HB 1706: repealing the refugee resettlement program in the department of health and human services and prohibiting expenditure of state funds on refugee resettlement.

HB 1706 repeals New Hampshire's state-administered refugee resettlement program and prohibits state agencies from using state funds for refugee resettlement activities. The bill specifically requires the Department of Health and Human Services to terminate existing contracts related to refugee resettlement (such as the U.S. Refugee Admissions Program) and bans all state spending - directly or indirectly - on resettlement efforts. It does not affect federal refugee programs or funds, as the state's involvement was limited to administering approximately $4.5 million annually in federal funds. The bill applies solely to state government actions and has no impact on existing refugee services or federal programs.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesDefunds state refugee resettlement program by prohibiting all state fund expenditure on resettlement activities, restricting government spending as explicitly stated in bill's language.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationDefunds state refugee resettlement program, restricting immigrant services and prohibiting state funding for resettlement activities per bill's explicit language.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Government Spending Refugees & Asylum

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failed · New Hampshire · House Feb 12, 2026

HB 1570: relative to governmental budget authority for agreements for law enforcement agencies to participate in federal immigration enforcement.

HB 1570 requires New Hampshire law enforcement agencies to obtain written approval from their local budget authority before entering federal immigration enforcement agreements (Section 287(g) agreements with ICE). The budget authority must review the agreement, consider the estimated yearly cost to the agency (including employee hours), and notify residents before authorizing participation. Agencies must submit quarterly reports detailing costs, officer activities, and federal reimbursements, and the budget authority can terminate the agreement at any time due to cost concerns. Failure to comply results in the state withholding all state funding from the agency.

Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeRestricts local law enforcement from entering federal immigration agreements without budget approval and reporting, limiting their participation in federal enforcement activities.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRequires written approval and cost review for law enforcement to enter federal immigration agreements, limiting state cooperation with federal enforcement, an indicator of support.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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failed · New Hampshire · House Mar 13, 2026

HB 1561: prohibiting nationals of the People's Republic of China from enrollment in masters and doctorate degree programs, participation in research, and full time employment at public institutions of higher education.

HB 1561 prohibits non-U.S. citizens from the People's Republic of China (PRC nationals, including those with ties to PRC government entities) from attending New Hampshire's accredited public and private colleges and universities. It requires institutions to obtain notarized affidavits from all applicants and students confirming they are not PRC nationals, with affected individuals given 90 days to voluntarily withdraw after the law takes effect. Institutions failing to comply face daily $1,000 fines, while PRC nationals who refuse to withdraw face mandatory expulsion and potential federal referral. Violations by individuals or staff are classified as class A misdemeanors.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationRestricts educational access for PRC nationals at higher education institutions, directly limiting enrollment eligibility per bill's prohibition on attendance.95% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationRestricts access to higher education for PRC nationals, directly limiting immigrant services as defined by the topic.90% confidence

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failed · New Hampshire · House Mar 13, 2026

HB 1609: limiting the use of state, county, and municipal funds and property for construction and operation of certain immigrant detention facilities.

HB 1609 prohibits New Hampshire state, county, and municipal governments from using public funds or property to build, operate, or pay for immigrant detention facilities, particularly those managed by private companies. It bans spending on construction, renovation, repurposing public property for detention, selling public property for such use, and making payments to private detention operators. The bill does not affect existing 287(g) agreements between local law enforcement and federal immigration authorities or the provision of health and safety services to detained individuals. Counties may face potential revenue losses if they stop cooperating with federal immigration programs, but municipalities are not expected to have financial impacts.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBill restricts public funds for detention facilities, defunding a specific government spending area per its prohibition on using state/municipal funds for such operations.90% confidence ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeDefunds immigrant detention facilities, restricting public funding for correctional facilities under criminal justice system.90% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationProhibits state funds for immigrant detention facilities, restricting state-level immigration enforcement. Explicitly limits public funding for detention operations, aligning with 'defund' indicator.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Detention Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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failed · New Hampshire · Senate Mar 5, 2026

SB 623: relative to requirements for law enforcement officers assisting in immigration enforcement.

This bill requires New Hampshire state and local law enforcement officers who assist U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) under the federal 287(g) program to display their name or badge number, refrain from wearing facial coverings, and keep body-worn cameras active during these duties. It mandates that law enforcement agencies establish disciplinary measures for officers who violate these requirements and directs all complaints about violations to the state Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Unit for investigation. The bill applies only to officers participating in the 287(g) program and takes effect 60 days after enactment. It does not alter existing requirements for officers not engaged in federal immigration enforcement.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeRequires transparency and accountability for law enforcement during immigration enforcement, aligning with police accountability indicators in criminal justice reform.95% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationRequires transparency during ICE cooperation, enhancing accountability for immigrant enforcement actions.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Civil Rights Law Enforcement Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies

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passed both · New Hampshire · House Jun 4, 2026

HB 1709: prohibiting certain unlawfully present felons from occupying or renting real property, relative to pet vendor foster home and defining pet vendor foster facility, and providing procedures for the potential confiscation of livestock involved in cruelty to animal cases.

HB 1709 requires residential rental applicants in New Hampshire to disclose in writing if they are not U.S. citizens or lawfully present in the United States. Applicants can prove lawful presence using specific documents like a New Hampshire driver's license, tribal ID, or federal identification, and landlords cannot independently verify immigration status. Violating this disclosure requirement is classified as a class B felony. The bill directly affects renters applying for housing and landlords managing residential properties in New Hampshire.

Topics ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationMandates disclosure of immigration status for rentals, penalizes non-disclosure as felony, restricting undocumented immigrants' access to housing services.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licenses & IDs Sanctuary Policies

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