New Hampshire 2026 Session Status: Enacted 1 D cosponsors

HB 1040 — establishing a committee to study the laws and procedures governing the filing and registering of quitclaim deeds in the state.

Last action — Signed by Governor Ayotte 07/02/2026; Chapter 209; eff. 7/2/2026

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced November 07, 2025. Enacted.

Signed by Governor Kelly Ayotte (Republican) on July 09, 2026.

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High chance

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Prognosis

Advancing 52% · moderate confidence

  • Enacted

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 1 sponsor

    1 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Single-party support

    Sponsorship is currently within one party (1 D).

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In plain language

The bill establishes a committee to study quitclaim deed laws and procedures.

This bill sets up a committee to review and evaluate the existing laws and procedures related to quitclaim deeds in the state. The goal is to identify any issues and propose recommendations for improvements.

Summary

establishing a committee to study the laws and procedures governing the filing and registering of quitclaim deeds in the state.

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

32 added · 29 removed

Plain-language change summary

The revised bill, HB1040, has expanded its focus by officially establishing a committee dedicated to studying quitclaim deeds, specifically looking into the issues of property fraud and title theft. This new version includes clear guidelines for the committee's membership, duties, and compensation, such as receiving mileage for participation. Importantly, it emphasizes gathering input from a variety of stakeholders, including legal experts and victims, to better understand vulnerabilities and potential solutions. This change is significant because it aims to create stronger protections for property owners in New Hampshire against fraudulent activities related to quitclaim deeds.

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HB 1040 - VERSION ADOPTED BY BOTH BODIES 04/09/2026 1311s SESSION 26-3125 06/05 HOUSE BILL 1040 AN ACT establishing a committee to study the laws and procedures governing the filing and registering of quitclaim deeds in the state.
CHAPTER 209 HB 1040 - FINAL VERSION 04/09/2026 1311s SESSION 26-3125 06/05 HOUSE BILL 1040 AN ACT establishing a committee to study the laws and procedures governing the filing and registering of quitclaim deeds in the state.
HB 1040 - VERSION ADOPTED BY BOTH BODIES 04/09/2026 1311s 26-3125 06/05 STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE In the Year of Our Lord Two Thousand Twenty-Six AN ACT establishing a committee to study the laws and procedures governing the filing and registering of quitclaim deeds in the state.
CHAPTER 209 HB 1040 - FINAL VERSION 04/09/2026 1311s 26-3125 06/05 STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE In the Year of Our Lord Two Thousand Twenty-Six AN ACT establishing a committee to study the laws and procedures governing the filing and registering of quitclaim deeds in the state.
1 Committee Established.
209:1 Committee Established.
2 Membership and Compensation.
209:2 Membership and Compensation.
3 Duties.
209:3 Duties.
4 Chairperson;
209:4 Chairperson;
5 Report.
209:5 Report.
6 Effective Date.
209:6 Effective Date.
Approved:
July 02, 2026 Effective Date:
July 02, 2026
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Action History

  1. Signed by Governor Ayotte 07/02/2026; Chapter 209; eff. 7/2/2026

  2. Enrolled (in recess of) 06/04/2026 HJ 15

  3. Enrolled Adopted, VV, (In recess 06/04/2026); SJ 14

  4. House Concurs with Senate Amendment 2026-1311s (Rep. Lynn): MA VV 05/21/2026 HJ 14 P. 18

  5. Committee Amendment # 2026-1311s, AA, VV; 04/09/2026; SJ 8

  6. Ought to Pass with Amendment #2026-1311s, MA, VV; OT3rdg; 04/09/2026; SJ 8

  7. Committee Report: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-1311s, 04/09/2026; Vote 5-0; CC; SC 13

  8. Hearing: 03/19/2026, Room 100, SH, 01:30 pm; SC 10

  9. Introduced 02/05/2026 and Referred to Judiciary; SJ 4

  10. Ought to Pass: MA VV 02/05/2026 HJ 3 P. 11

  11. Committee Report: Ought to Pass 01/21/2026 (Vote 15-0; CC) HC 5 P. 8

  12. Executive Session: 01/21/2026 01:30 pm GP 230

  13. Public Hearing: 01/21/2026 01:30 pm GP 230

  14. Introduced 01/07/2026 and referred to Judiciary HJ 1 P. 3

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 414 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (414)

414 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 1040 do?
establishing a committee to study the laws and procedures governing the filing and registering of quitclaim deeds in the state.
Who sponsors HB 1040?
HB 1040 is sponsored by Eric Turer (Democrat).
What is the current status of HB 1040?
This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced November 07, 2025. Enacted.
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