The House Judiciary Committee in New Hampshire convened on September 10, 2025, to discuss several key legislative matters, including a proposed constitutional amendment and a bill related to the right to know law.

The meeting began with a pledge of allegiance, followed by an explanation of the session's structure. Committee Chair expressed that while the session was labeled a work session, votes might be taken if there was consensus among members. However, due to the absence of several committee members, the Chair indicated that no final votes would occur today.

A significant topic was CACR 6, a proposed constitutional amendment concerning the right to compute. The Chair noted that no action would be taken on this amendment today, as the prime sponsor, Representative Ammon, was unavailable for discussion. Concerns were raised regarding the necessity of a constitutional amendment and the implications of defining the right to compute. Representative Birch echoed these concerns, suggesting that the amendment had deficits, particularly regarding its impact on individuals with criminal backgrounds and children’s computer usage. The committee agreed to postpone further discussion until the next meeting when the sponsor could participate.

Another bill discussed was HB 74, which aims to define "citizen" for the right to know law and include preliminary drafts as disclosable documents. The Chair expressed skepticism about the bill's prospects, given the Senate's previous rejection of similar legislation.

The meeting concluded with a recess on CACR 6, with plans to revisit the discussion in a future session. The outcomes of these discussions could significantly influence legislative transparency and digital rights in New Hampshire.