This bill establishes a committee to study the procedures for seizing items connected to drug crimes. The committee will consist of three representatives appointed by the Speaker of the House, who will receive travel reimbursement for their work. The legislation focuses on creating a specific group to examine how these asset forfeitures are currently handled.
This bill requires property owners to submit an application to the state department before expanding a structure or changing its use in a way that would increase the load on a sewage disposal system. The law specifically affects owners of lots that are five acres or larger and are served by a sewage system with an off-lot disposal area, mandating that these systems have received prior construction and operational approval. By adding this requirement to existing statutes, the bill aims to ensure that increased usage of sewage infrastructure is properly reviewed and authorized before it occurs. The changes will become effective ninety days after the bill is passed.
This bill expands the responsibilities of the Interbranch Criminal and Juvenile Justice Council, a group that includes members from both the legislative and executive branches. The primary change involves adding new duties to the council's existing mandate, though the specific tasks are not detailed in the provided text. By reorganizing the bill's sections, the legislation formally updates the council's role to ensure it can better coordinate on criminal and juvenile justice issues. Once signed into law, the council will operate under these revised guidelines to fulfill its updated functions.
This law updates regulations for physician assistants in New Hampshire by adding a specific requirement for continuing medical education for those who hold certification but choose not to maintain it. It also clarifies that physician assistants are exempt from certain licensing rules when performing their professional duties. The changes take effect on September 1, 2024, and were signed into law by the Governor in July 2024.
This bill establishes rules for transporting marijuana and alcoholic beverages in motor vehicles and off-highway recreational vehicles within the state. It requires that these items be kept in their original, sealed containers and stored in the trunk or the least accessible area of the vehicle, with an exception for the glove compartment if a trunk is unavailable. Drivers and passengers who violate these storage requirements face a $150 fine and potential suspension of their driving privileges. The law also specifically restricts drivers under the age of 21 from transporting these substances unless they are accompanied by a parent, guardian, or other specified adult relative. These regulations take effect on January 1, 2025.
This New Hampshire bill reinstates the ban on selling hemp products that contain specific levels of THC, effectively reversing a previous law that had removed this restriction. The legislation directly impacts retailers and consumers by prohibiting the sale of hemp-derived items with elevated THC concentrations. It takes immediate effect upon passage, ensuring that the prohibition on these specific products is enforced starting July 3, 2024.
This bill creates a special committee to study emergency mental health services for people aged 21 and under in New Hampshire. The committee, made up of five state legislators, will review current laws, insurance coverage, and claims data to identify gaps in behavioral health care for youth. It will also gather expert testimony and assess whether insurance plans are following fairness rules regarding mental health coverage. By November 1, 2024, the group must submit a report with its findings and any suggested new laws to state leaders and the governor.
This bill requires health insurance companies to cover prosthetic devices, including specialized ones for specific activities, for children under 19 living in the state. The law ensures that these devices come with necessary materials, training, and repairs without annual dollar limits, though it allows insurers to cap the number of activity-specific devices covered per year. Coverage applies to most group and individual health plans but excludes those offered through the Small Business Health Options Program. The changes are scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2025.
This bill updates laws regarding wastewater services by allowing water companies to charge customers outside municipal boundaries a rate up to 15 percent higher than those inside, provided the level of service remains equal. It clarifies that homeowners associations are not considered public utilities simply because they provide water or sewer services. Additionally, the legislation permits municipalities to use funds collected from sewer surcharges on external customers for specific infrastructure projects, including sewer system maintenance, capital reserves, and the expansion or replacement of natural gas lines. These changes take effect on September 1, 2024.
This bill creates an exemption for out-of-state doctors who treat patients in New Hampshire, allowing them to practice there without full state licensure. To qualify, the doctor must maintain an active relationship with the patient in their home state and perform in-person check-ups at least once a year, with the frequency adjusted based on the patient's specific medical needs. The law applies specifically to physicians licensed elsewhere who are providing care to New Hampshire residents under these established conditions.
This New Hampshire bill prohibits health insurance companies, pharmacy benefit managers, and other payers from treating entities differently because they participate in the federal 340B Drug Pricing Program. Specifically, the law forbids these payers from imposing stricter network rules or lower reimbursement rates for drugs covered under the program compared to those offered to other providers. The measure directly affects hospitals and clinics that use the 340B program to purchase discounted medications, ensuring they face the same terms as other healthcare entities. By banning discrimination based on this specific federal participation, the bill aims to maintain equal access to reimbursement and network participation for all covered entities in the state.
This bill appropriates $672,672.99 from the education trust fund to repair and replace the ventilation and exhaust fan system at the teaching kitchen of the Wilbur H. Palmer Regional Career and Technical Education Center. The funding is specifically designated for the culinary arts program located at Alvirne High School in Hudson. The money will be used for the biennium ending June 30, 2025, and the act becomes effective on July 1, 2024.
