New Hampshire HB1239: relative to the offense of loitering or prowling.

Sponsors

• Terry Roy (R, 31) · primary sponsor
• Ricky Devoid (R, 1)
• Richard Lascelles (R, 14)
• Kathleen Paquette (R, 25)
• Jennifer Rhodes (R, 17)
• William Gannon (R, 23)

Latest actions

1. March 11, 2026: Inexpedient to Legislate: MA DV 201-134 03/11/2026 HJ 7
2. March 11, 2026: Ought to Pass: MF DV 156-178 03/11/2026 HJ 7
3. February 24, 2026: Minority Committee Report: Inexpedient to Legislate
4. February 24, 2026: Majority Committee Report: Ought to Pass 02/18/2026 (Vote 7-5; RC) HC 10 P. 32
5. February 24, 2026: Executive Session: 02/18/2026 02:00 pm GP 159
6. January 21, 2026: Public Hearing: 01/29/2026 02:00 pm GP 159
7. December 1, 2025: Introduced 01/07/2026 and referred to Criminal Justice and Public Safety HJ 1 P. 12

Common questions

What is HB1239?

HB1239 is a bill in the New Hampshire Legislature (2025 Regular Session): relative to the offense of loitering or prowling.

What is the status of HB1239?

Failed as of March 11, 2026. Latest action: Inexpedient to Legislate: MA DV 201-134 03/11/2026 HJ 7 (March 11, 2026).

Who sponsored HB1239?

Terry Roy (R, 31), with 5 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for HB1239?

On the New Hampshire Legislature website: https://gc.nh.gov/bill_status/legacy/bs2016/bill_docket_report.aspx?lsr=3095&sy=2026