HB1556 Relative to the commission of domestic violence offenses in the presence of a child.
Relative to the commission of domestic violence offenses in the presence of a child.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Mixed
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
No direct financial impact on residents.
Your Community
Would have recognized and deterred the traumatic impact of children witnessing domestic violence, which causes lasting psychological harm.
Your Freedom
Increases criminal penalties for specific conduct; balances child welfare against proportionality in sentencing.
Status
Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 02/05/2026 House Journal 3 P. 24
Sponsor
Lori Korzen (R)
The Short Version
Would have created enhanced penalties for domestic violence committed in the presence of a child, recognizing the psychological harm to children who witness abuse. Killed via Inexpedient to Legislate.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Children exposed to domestic violence
- ▲ Domestic violence victims and their families
- ▲ Child welfare advocates
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Defendants who would face enhanced penalties
- ▼ Court and corrections system handling elevated charges
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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