After much debate, House passes bill to restrict sex offenders near child care programs, schools

By: Maya Mitchell

Outlets: NH Bulletin

Published: April 23, 2026

Words: 702

Last Updated: 3 months, 1 week ago

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After heated floor debates and a failed motion to table, the New Hampshire House of Representatives voted in favor of passing a bill that would prevent sex offenders from loitering around schools and child care facilities.

In a voice vote, the House voted “ought to pass” on Senate Bill 460, which would alter the state’s sex offender law to create a “child safety zone” and prevent tier III sex offenders from being within …

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