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House debates and adopts committee report on bill increasing penalty for patrons of prostitution
Summary
The House debated Senate Bill 267 on penalties for patrons of prostitution, including mandatory fines intended to fund anti-trafficking efforts. Members clashed over mandatory minimums, effectiveness and whether the measure unfairly shifts costs to buyers rather than system funding; the committee report was adopted after votes.
The New Hampshire House debated Senate Bill 267, a bill that would change penalties for patrons of prostitution and include a mandatory fine intended to fund anti‑trafficking efforts.
Supporters argued targeting buyers helps reduce demand for commercial sexual exploitation and places financial responsibility on those who drive trafficking. Representative Nancy Murphy said arresting and sanctioning buyers "are law enforcement's most effective, most…
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