HB1367
House · 2026 sessionRepublicanDied in HouseCriminal offense of doxing
AI-generatedEstablishes and defines a criminal offense of doxing and provides for criminal and civil penalties for violations.
establishing a criminal offense of doxing. Official record
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9 submissionsAll 6 written submissions were individually written — no organized campaign detected.
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Died on the table in the House · March 5, 2026- ✓Introduced
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Kimberly Morin for Myself Brentwood I have experienced doxxing on many occasions since becoming involved in politics for simply disagreeing with those on the left. I'm sure this may be something both sides do, but my experience has been that it is the left who seek to HARM those who dare dissent and happen to be in the middle or on the right. I have had people post what they thought was my LinkedIn profile, my address, my phone number and more on X (when it was Twitter). All because they sought to harm me. I was stalked, received death threats, and they literally contacted another Kimberly Morin's employer thinking it was MY employer. One of the reasons I fled Marxichusetts for NH is so I could practice my fundamental human right to self-defense AGAINST these people because of their will to harm me in any way possible. In NH, I had a sitting state representative and the VP of the League of Women Voters in Nashua wonder why I hadn't been doxxed yet then shared my information hoping to dox me (I have links to the article I wrote about it - https://granitegrok.com/blog/2019/09/nh-dem-rep-jan-schmidts-family-threatens-a-nashua-resident-and-doxxing). I no longer have a LinkedIn account because of these psychopaths. These people need to be held criminally accountable for their disturbing, harmful actions that can cause someone great harm, or even physical harm/death. There are far too many mentally disturbed people who will follow the lead of those who seek to dox someone and take devastating actions before it's too late. Please vote Ought To Pass on HB 1367 | Brentwood | Support | 1,567 | Jan 15, 2026 | |
georgina Lambert for Myself Belmont Testimony on HB 1367: Establishing a Criminal Offense of Doxing I oppose HB 1367 due to its fundamentally flawed understanding of what constitutes doxing, particularly concerning public officials. It is essential to recognize that public representatives inherently operate in the realm of transparency, inviting public scrutiny as part of their duty. The notion that one could "dox" a public official is simply nonsensical; their information is usually accessible through various public channels, making this bill's premise not only misguided but also unnecessary. This legislation mischaracterizes legitimate civic engagement and accountability as harmful actions when, in fact, such scrutiny is vital to our democratic process. Moreover, the bill's implications raise serious concerns regarding civil liberties and excessive policing. The designation of doxing as a criminal offense suggests that we could see an overreach in how law enforcement handles online interactions, potentially turning everyday communications into criminal matters. There are no "secret police" in the United States; such a bill could open the door to invasive surveillance and authoritarian practices under the guise of protecting public officials from imagined threats. This isn’t just an issue of public safety; it directly threatens our essential freedoms of speech and expression. Finally, the lack of clarity in the bill regarding definitions and enforcement raises red flags about potential abuses of power. Without proper funding and oversight mechanisms, the enforcement of this legislation could disproportionately affect marginalized communities who often engage in political discourse more passionately. Rather than protecting citizens, this bill could lead to a chilling effect, silencing dissent and discouraging vital conversations within our democracy. We must prioritize measures that foster transparency and accountability without compromising the very freedoms that make our society just and equitable. | Belmont | Oppose | 2,006 | Jan 15, 2026 | |
Ericka Shimkonis for Myself Goffstown Do not use money for ice when we have no money for school lunches for kids! | Goffstown | Support | 75 | Jan 15, 2026 | |
Kathleen Malsbenden for Myself Newmarket HB 1367 attempts to address real concerns but does so in a way that is overly broad, duplicative, and dangerous to free speech and civic engagement. | Newmarket | Oppose | 149 | Jan 15, 2026 | |
Margaret Cowan for Myself Wilmot I have concerns regarding HB 1367. While I agree that the malicious use of personal information to harass, threaten, or endanger others should be punishable, any law addressing “doxing” must be narrowly and precisely defined. Overly broad language risks suppressing lawful speech, journalism, whistleblowing, and public-interest disclosure. If enacted, this legislation must include strict intent requirements, clear harm thresholds, and strong protections for constitutionally protected expression. | Wilmot | Support | 499 | Jan 15, 2026 | |
julie sims for Myself newport This should be passed knowing the current state of protesting around the country. We should not be doxxing anyone. Its dangerous ?? | newport | Support | 132 | Jan 15, 2026 | |
Claudia DeFuria for Myself Salem Position recorded without written comment. | Salem | Support | — | Jan 15, 2026 | |
Stephanie Vazzano for Myself Concord Position recorded without written comment. | Concord | Support | — | Jan 15, 2026 | |
Bridget Powers for Myself Plymouth Position recorded without written comment. | Plymouth | Support | — | Jan 15, 2026 |