HB580 Relative to retaliatory defamation in domestic violence and sexual violence cases.
Relative to retaliatory defamation in domestic violence and sexual violence cases.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Mixed
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
Protects survivors from costly retaliatory lawsuits designed to drain their finances.
Your Community
Enables survivors to report abuse without fear of legal retaliation, making communities safer.
Your Freedom
Protects free speech and the ability of abuse survivors to speak about their experiences without legal intimidation.
Status
Refer for Interim Study: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 01/07/2026 House Journal 1 P. 75
Sponsor
Anita Burroughs (D)
The Short Version
Would have addressed the use of defamation lawsuits to retaliate against domestic violence and sexual assault survivors who speak out. These 'SLAPP-style' suits are used to silence and intimidate victims.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Domestic violence survivors
- ▲ Sexual assault survivors
- ▲ Free speech advocates
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Those accused of abuse who want to use defamation suits
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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