New Hampshire HB1167: enabling the use of ferrets for hunting.

Sponsors

• Joseph Barton (R, 1) · primary sponsor
• Joe Alexander (R, 29)
• Michael Granger (R, 2)
• Kristin Noble (R, 2)
• Tom Mannion (R, 1)
• Seth King (R, 4)

Latest actions

1. March 5, 2026: Inexpedient to Legislate: MA VV 03/05/2026 HJ 6 P. 112
2. March 5, 2026: Ought to Pass: MF DV 145-189 03/05/2026 HJ 6 P. 112
3. February 4, 2026: Minority Committee Report: Inexpedient to Legislate
4. February 4, 2026: Majority Committee Report: Ought to Pass 01/28/2026 (Vote 9-6; RC) HC 9 P. 40
5. February 4, 2026: Executive Session: 01/28/2026 11:15 am GP 153
6. January 8, 2026: Public Hearing: 01/28/2026 11:15 am GP 153
7. December 1, 2025: Introduced 01/07/2026 and referred to Fish and Game and Marine Resources HJ 1 P. 9

Common questions

What is HB1167?

HB1167 is a bill in the New Hampshire Legislature (2025 Regular Session): enabling the use of ferrets for hunting.

What is the status of HB1167?

Failed as of March 5, 2026. Latest action: Inexpedient to Legislate: MA VV 03/05/2026 HJ 6 P. 112 (March 5, 2026).

Who sponsored HB1167?

Joseph Barton (R, 1), with 5 co-sponsors.

Where is the official record for HB1167?

On the New Hampshire Legislature website: https://gc.nh.gov/bill_status/legacy/bs2016/bill_docket_report.aspx?lsr=2659&sy=2026