HB1637 Relative to the scheduling of hearings on certain motions to modify or revoke bail.
Relative to the scheduling of hearings on certain motions to modify or revoke bail.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Mixed
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
Minimal financial impact on residents; may improve court efficiency.
Your Community
Faster bail hearings help protect communities when defendants violate bail conditions or pose ongoing threats.
Your Freedom
Procedural scheduling change; does not alter bail rights or standards.
Status
House Concurs with Senate Amendment 2026-1920s (Rep. Roy): Motion Adopted Voice Vote 05/21/2026 House Journal 14
Sponsor
Zoe Manos (D)
The Short Version
Addresses how quickly courts must schedule hearings when prosecutors move to modify or revoke bail. Faster hearings on bail revocation can better protect public safety when defendants violate bail conditions.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Crime victims and witnesses endangered by defendants on bail
- ▲ Prosecutors seeking timely bail modifications
- ▲ Communities affected by defendants violating bail
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Courts facing scheduling pressure
- ▼ Defendants who may face faster bail revocation proceedings
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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