HB257 Relative to the crime of endangering the welfare of a child or incompetent.
Relative to the crime of endangering the welfare of a child or incompetent.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Mixed
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
No direct financial impact.
Your Community
Strengthening child welfare protections helps safeguard the most vulnerable community members.
Your Freedom
Criminal law update focused on protecting vulnerable individuals.
Status
Refer to Interim Study, Motion Adopted, Voice Vote; 04/16/2026; Senate Journal 9
Sponsor
Skip Rollins (R)
The Short Version
Updates the criminal law on endangering the welfare of a child or incompetent person. Under Senate review. Aims to strengthen protections for vulnerable individuals.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Children and vulnerable adults
- ▲ Child welfare advocates
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Individuals who may face stronger penalties for child endangerment
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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