NH: Civil Rights
Report: Marriage equality strengthened families but many worry for future
Twenty years after the first state permitted marriage equality, a majority of same-sex married couples said it had a profound positive effect on …
NH House reaffirms support for transgender 'bathroom bill'
New Hampshire lawmakers have voted to advance a so-called "bathroom bill," which opponents said will allow anti-LGBTQ discrimination. House Bill 396 …
Young People Face Greater Barriers to Voting as Turnout Increases
As youth voter turnout increases, so do the barriers these voters face to participate in elections. Republican-led legislatures - including in New …
Effort Grows to Prevent 'Deepfakes' in NH Campaign Ads
As the 2024 presidential hopefuls ramp up their campaigns in New Hampshire, federal officials are considering new rules on so-called "deepfakes" in …
Educators: NH 'Parental Bill of Rights' Endangers Students, Penalizes Teachers
Educators in New Hampshire say a proposed "parental bill of rights" before lawmakers discriminates against LGBTQ students. The legislation requires …
Disability Community Celebrates Life of Advocate Judy Heumann
The disability community is mourning the loss of one of its greatest advocates. Judy Heumann, often called the "mother of the disability rights …
NH 'Divisive Concepts' Law Stifles Lessons During Black History Month
The state's "divisive concepts" law is preventing educators from holding rational discussions about race relations in America, New Hampshire civil …
NH Businesses, Public School Backers: Repeal 'Divisive Concepts' Law
Advocates for public education in New Hampshire are asking state lawmakers to repeal what's known as the "divisive concepts" law, which educators say …
Election Outcome Could Bring Big Changes to NH Public Schools
Republicans in New Hampshire have already submitted bills to expand the eligibility requirements for the state's Education Freedom Accounts Program…
NH Committee on Voter Confidence Meets Today
The Special Committee on Voter Confidence holds a meeting today to hear from voters and educate people on how the state's elections work. Nearly 60%…
NH Groups: Communities of Interest Key for Redistricting
CONCORD, N.H. - Community groups in New Hampshire are urging lawmakers to take community input into account as they draw new voting district maps…
Groups Urge Sununu to Rethink Budget's 24-Week Abortion Ban
CONCORD, N.H. -- Reproductive-health advocates are calling on Gov. Chris Sununu to meet with them about the ban on abortions after 24 weeks, which is …