This bill modifies wage garnishment procedures for child support payments. It directly affects parents who owe child support and their employers who may be required to withhold wages. While the bill's title indicates changes to wage garnishment processes, the provided context does not specify the exact nature of these changes (e.g., thresholds, exemptions, or administrative procedures). The bill passed through both legislative chambers with amendments and was signed into law by the Governor, effective January 1, 2026. Specific provisions of the bill are not detailed in the given context.
HB 92 requires members serving on both a zoning board of adjustment and a planning board to recuse themselves from voting on zoning matters that were previously decided or are pending before the planning board in a quasi-judicial role. This directly affects individuals holding dual roles on these local boards, ensuring they do not participate in decisions where they previously had a direct role on the planning board. The bill mandates this recusal for all such pending or previously decided matters involving the member’s prior planning board participation. It takes effect on August 22, 2025, after being signed into law on June 23, 2025.
HB 632 allows health care providers affiliated with the Veterans Administration (VA) to certify medical accommodations for veterans living in New Hampshire. This directly affects New Hampshire veterans who receive VA care, eliminating the need for separate certifications from local providers to access accommodations like modified work schedules or housing adjustments. The bill streamlines the process by authorizing VA-affiliated providers to handle these certifications, removing a barrier for veterans seeking support. It became law on June 23, 2025, and takes effect August 23, 2025.
SB 105 allows New Hampshire towns to adopt a budget cap that limits annual spending increases. The cap sets a maximum total budget equal to the previous year's per-resident spending multiplied by the town's population, plus an annual inflation adjustment using either the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics index or the Municipal Cost Index. Towns can override the cap with a 3/5 majority vote at a special ballot vote (not on officer election ballots), but must reduce spending if the override fails. Adoption requires a 3/5 vote of residents on a specific ballot question, with public hearing requirements, and applies to towns using annual town meetings for budgeting.
SB 172 bans employers from enforcing specific contract clauses against advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs), directly affecting APRNs and their employment agreements. The law prohibits provisions that restrict APRNs' ability to practice, transfer between employers, or join professional organizations. It became law on June 24, 2025, and takes effect August 23, 2025, requiring employers to remove such clauses from new or renewed contracts. This policy change ensures APRNs can practice without undue contractual limitations.
SB 248 creates a legislative committee to study New Hampshire's current palliative and hospice care systems. The committee will examine how these services operate, including access, quality, and patient needs across the state. This bill does not change existing laws or provide new funding; it only establishes a formal process for gathering information. The committee's findings may inform future legislative decisions, but the bill itself only creates the study mechanism. It became law on June 23, 2025, after being signed by the governor.
SB 31 creates an "apprentice guide license" for individuals seeking to become hunting or fishing guides but who haven't yet met all requirements for a full license. It requires apprentices to pass a criminal background check, obtain first aid/CPR certification, and work only under the direct supervision of a fully licensed guide who is 18 or older. The bill does not set specific fees but directs that they be established through existing administrative rules. This change directly affects aspiring guides in New Hampshire who need structured training under supervision before qualifying for full licensure, effective January 1, 2026.
SB 42 updates the process for filing "notice of death affidavits" in Massachusetts. It requires funeral directors, hospitals, or other entities filing these documents to use a standardized form containing specific details like the deceased’s name, date of death, and cause of death. This change directly affects funeral homes, medical facilities, and families handling death notices, streamlining the administrative process. The bill became law on June 23, 2025, and takes effect August 22, 2025.
SB 262 increases penalties for trafficking individuals under 18 years old by reclassifying the offense as a felony instead of a misdemeanor. This bill directly affects individuals convicted of trafficking minors, imposing stricter criminal consequences. The key provision raises the maximum penalty for this crime, enhancing legal accountability for traffickers. The bill was signed into law on June 24, 2025, and takes effect January 1, 2026.
SB 250 requires pharmacies to be paid separately for administering long-acting injectable drugs, not just for the medication itself. This directly affects pharmacists who provide these injections in community settings. The key change amends state law to mandate reimbursement for the administration service in addition to the drug cost. The law takes effect on August 23, 2025, after being signed by the governor.
SB 235 allows New Hampshire's Fish and Game Department to use federal Pitman-Robertson conservation funds specifically for protecting threatened and endangered species, and permits the department to collect donations at approved sites without needing governor or council approval. It establishes that donation funds must go into the Fish and Game Fund and can only be used for conservation, restoration, management, or educational efforts related to fish, game, and wildlife. The bill directly affects the Fish and Game Department by expanding its funding sources and flexibility for species conservation programs. Key mechanisms include setting up donation collection points through the executive director's approval and explicitly restricting fund use to conservation purposes. The bill was signed into law on June 24, 2025, and takes effect August 23, 2025.
SB 173 modifies the rules governing legal agreements (covenants) that restrict how residential properties financed through the Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) program can be managed. It directly affects developers and property managers of LIHTC housing by changing how long certain restrictions on these properties can remain in place. The bill establishes new requirements for updating or removing these covenants, aiming to provide more flexibility in property management while maintaining affordability commitments. This law took effect on July 1, 2025, after being signed by the governor.
