HB111 Extending the position of right-to-know ombudsman for 2 years and exempting individuals who assist in the preparation of a right-to-know complaint at no charge from the unauthorized practice of law.
Extending the position of right-to-know ombudsman for 2 years and exempting individuals who assist in the preparation of a right-to-know complaint at no charge from the unauthorized practice of law.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Mixed
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
Modest state cost for the ombudsman position, but saves citizens from needing lawyers for transparency complaints.
Your Community
Strengthens government transparency by making it easier for ordinary citizens to enforce the right-to-know law.
Your Freedom
Removes barriers to citizens exercising their right to access government information.
Status
Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 01/07/2026 House Journal 1 P. 70
Sponsor
Bob Lynn (R)
The Short Version
Would extend the Right-to-Know ombudsman position and allow volunteers to help citizens file transparency complaints without being accused of practicing law. Supports government accountability. Killed in committee.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Citizens seeking government transparency
- ▲ Volunteer advocates
- ▲ Journalists
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Government bodies that might face more transparency complaints
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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