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HB 1366

relative to military orders of protection.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Regina Birdsell and 1 co-sponsor

HB 1366 expands military orders of protection in New Hampshire to better safeguard service members and veterans from domestic violence or harassment through tailored legal mechanisms.

Signed by Governor Ayotte 05/22/2026; Chapter 85; eff. 11/18/2026
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Bill Summary · HB 1366

Legislative bill overview

HB 1366 modifies New Hampshire's laws governing military orders of protection, likely expanding or clarifying protections available to active-duty service members, veterans, or their families. The bill received unanimous committee approval (13-0) with an amendment, indicating broad legislative support for its core provisions.

Why is this important

Military personnel face unique circumstances—including deployment, mental health challenges, and transitional periods—that can create vulnerability to domestic violence or harassment. Strengthening military-specific protective order mechanisms ensures service members have adequate legal recourse tailored to their circumstances and access to enforcement across military and civilian jurisdictions.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of "military orders": Whether protections apply only to active-duty personnel, extend to veterans, National Guard, or reservists, and how this interacts with existing civilian protective order laws
  • Jurisdictional coordination: How orders are enforced across military bases, state courts, and federal systems, particularly regarding service members stationed out-of-state
  • Reciprocal recognition: Whether military protective orders are automatically recognized by civilian courts and vice versa, affecting portability when service members relocate

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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