New Hampshire 2026 Session Status: Enacted 5 R cosponsors

SB 667 — relative to the assault of emergency room personnel.

Last action — Signed by the Governor on 07/02/2026; Chapter 277; Effective 01/01/2027

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed Senate
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    Passed House
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced February 04, 2026. Enacted.

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

Odds of enactment

High chance

Based on the sponsor, cosponsors, and committee posture, this bill has a high chance of becoming law.

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Prognosis

Advancing 60% · moderate confidence

  • Enacted

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 5 sponsors

    1 primary, 4 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Single-party support

    Sponsorship is currently within one party (5 R).

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In plain language

The bill addresses assaults on emergency room personnel.

This bill focuses on the issue of assaults against emergency room workers. It establishes measures aimed at improving their safety and protection in the workplace.

What this means for you
  • Healthcare: This means enhanced protections for emergency room personnel, promoting a safer working environment.

Summary

relative to the assault of emergency room personnel.

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

37 added · 64 removed

Plain-language change summary

The recent amendments to Bill SB 667 expand the definition of first and second-degree assault to include serious bodily harm to emergency room personnel while they are acting in their official capacity. Specifically, the bill now recognizes these medical professionals—such as doctors, nurses, and clerks—alongside law enforcement and fire personnel in terms of legal protection against violence. This change emphasizes the importance of safeguarding those who provide critical medical care and acknowledges the dangers they face in emergency situations, potentially leading to stronger accountability for those who commit such acts.

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SB 667-FN - VERSION ADOPTED BY BOTH BODIES 06/04/2026 2133EBA SESSION 26-3265 09/05 SENATE BILL 667-FN AN ACT relative to the assault of emergency room personnel.
CHAPTER 277 SB 667-FN - FINAL VERSION 06/04/2026 2133EBA SESSION 26-3265 09/05 SENATE BILL 667-FN AN ACT relative to the assault of emergency room personnel.
SB 667-FN - VERSION ADOPTED BY BOTH BODIES 06/04/2026 2133EBA 26-3265 09/05 STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE In the Year of Our Lord Two Thousand Twenty-Six AN ACT relative to the assault of emergency room personnel.
CHAPTER 277 SB 667-FN - FINAL VERSION 06/04/2026 2133EBA 26-3265 09/05 STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE In the Year of Our Lord Two Thousand Twenty-Six AN ACT relative to the assault of emergency room personnel.
1 Assault and Related Offenses;
277:1 Assault and Related Offenses;
2 Assault and Related Offenses;
277:2 Assault and Related Offenses;
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277:3 Effective Date.
LBA 26-3265 1/22/26 SB 667-FN- FISCAL NOTE AS INTRODUCED AN ACT relative to the assault of emergency room personnel.
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FISCAL IMPACT:
July 02, 2026 Effective Date:
Estimated State Impact FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 Revenue $0 $0 $0 $0 Revenue Fund None Expenditures* Indeterminable Funding Source General Fund Appropriations* $0 $0 $0 $0 Funding Source None *Expenditure = Cost of bill *Appropriation = Authorized funding to cover cost of bill Estimated Political Subdivision Impact FY 2026 FY 2027 FY 2028 FY 2029 County Revenue $0 $0 $0 $0 County Expenditures Indeterminable Local Revenue $0 $0 $0 $0 Local Expenditures Indeterminable   METHODOLOGY:
January 01, 2027
This bill adds, deletes, or modifies a criminal penalty, or changes statute to which there is a penalty for violation.
Therefore, this bill may have an impact on the judicial and correctional systems, which could affect prosecution, incarceration, probation, and parole costs, for the state, as well as county and local governments.
A summary of such costs can be found at:
https://gencourt.state.nh.us/lba/Budget/Fiscal_Notes/JudicialCorrectionalCosts.pdf AGENCIES CONTACTED:
Judicial Branch, Judicial Council, Department of Justice, Department of Corrections, New Hampshire Association of Counties, and New Hampshire Municipal Association
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Action History

  1. Signed by the Governor on 07/02/2026; Chapter 277; Effective 01/01/2027

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

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

  4. Enrolled Bill Amendment # 2026-2133e Adopted, VV, (In recess of 06/04/2026); SJ 14

  5. Enrolled Bill Amendment # 2026-2133e: AA VV (in recess of) 06/04/2026 HJ 15

  6. Ought to Pass: MA DV 179-173 05/14/2026 HJ 13 P. 39

  7. FLAM # 2026-1925h (Rep. Scherr): AF DV 164-189 05/14/2026 HJ 13 P. 39

  8. Minority Committee Report: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-1760h

  9. Majority Committee Report: Ought to Pass 04/24/2026 (Vote 10-3; RC) HC 19 P. 19

  10. Executive Session: 04/24/2026 10:00 am GP 159

  11. Public Hearing: 04/08/2026 12:00 pm GP 159

  12. Introduced (in recess of) 03/12/2026 and referred to Criminal Justice and Public Safety HJ 8 P. 115

  13. Ought to Pass: MA, VV; OT3rdg; 03/12/2026; SJ 6

  14. Sen. McGough Moved Ought to Pass; 03/12/2026; SJ 6

  15. Refer to Interim Study, MF, VV; 03/12/2026; SJ 6

  16. SB 667 was Removed from the Consent Calendar; 03/12/2026; SJ 6

  17. Committee Report: Referred to Interim Study, 03/12/2026; Vote 4-1; CC; SC 9

  18. Hearing: 02/17/2026, Room 100, SH, 02:00 pm; SC 6

  19. Introduced 01/29/2026 and Referred to Judiciary; SJ 3

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 4 co-sponsors · 410 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (4)

Not signed on (410)

410 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does SB 667 do?
relative to the assault of emergency room personnel.
Who sponsors SB 667?
SB 667 is sponsored by Tim McGough (Republican), David Rochefort (Republican), Howard Pearl (Republican), Bill Gannon (Republican), and Kevin Avard (Republican).
What is the current status of SB 667?
This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced February 04, 2026. Enacted.
Where can I track SB 667?
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