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NH HB74
NH HB74Defining the term citizen for the purposes of the right to know law and including preliminary drafts circulated to a quorum of a majority of a public body as disclosable documents.
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Introduced
12/23/2024
12/23/2024
In Committee
10/02/2025
10/02/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/07/2026
01/07/2026
Introduced Session
2025 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill defines the term citizen as a citizen of New Hampshire, includes the press in the definition of citizen, and provides for disclosure of preliminary drafts circulated to a quorum or majority of a public body.
AI Summary
This bill clarifies the definition of "citizen" for the purposes of New Hampshire's Right to Know Law, which ensures public access to government proceedings and records. It explicitly states that organizations and individuals acting primarily as the press are considered citizens under this law, recognizing their role in informing the public. Additionally, the bill amends the law to include preliminary drafts of documents that have been circulated to a quorum, meaning a majority of the members of a public body, as disclosable records. This means that even if a document is not finalized, if a majority of a public body has seen it, it can be requested and reviewed by the public.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 01/07/2026 House Journal 1 (on 01/07/2026)
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