HB 1377 New Hampshire House · 2026 Regular Session

allowing parents to make alternative caregiver arrangements for their children without transferring guardianship.

This bill creates a formal process for parents and legal guardians to authorize specific caregivers (adults with whom a minor resides) to make education and health care decisions for children without transferring full guardianship. It establishes "Caregiver Authorization Affidavits" that must be notarized, include specific information about all parties, and be signed under oath with witnesses. The authorized caregiver can consent to medical treatment, access health records, and make educational decisions on behalf of the child, while the parent retains ultimate authority to override decisions. The authorization is valid for up to two years, cannot be used to circumvent laws or for specific school attendance, and can be amended or revoked in writing.
Bill status died 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Dec 2025
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Dec 2, 2025 Last action Mar 4, 2026
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Mar 4, 2026
Lower · Passed
Minority Committee Report: Ought to Pass
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Mar 4, 2026
Committee
Majority Committee Report: Inexpedient to Legislate 03/03/2026 (Vote 9-7; RC) HC 10 P. 76
lower
Dec 2, 2025
Introduced
Introduced 01/07/2026 and referred to Children and Family Law HJ 1 P. 17
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