Maddy summaryThis bill creates a legislative committee to study the Child Protection Act, focusing on definitions, harm presumptions, and reporting requirements for health care providers treating young children for sexually transmitted diseases. It also mandates that family courts explain their decisions on admitting or rejecting evidence and testimony in family proceedings. Additionally, the bill requires courts to notify parties about automatic wage garnishment for child support unless an agreement is reached and establishes a formal process for appointing parenting coordinators in high-conflict cases. These coordinators would help create parenting plans and manage disputes, with specific qualifications, training, and rules regarding their fees and liability.
Rep. Glen Cordelli
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Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new program to offer financial retention grants to teachers working in rural or underserved schools in New Hampshire. To qualify, educators must be full-time staff at schools located in low-density areas or those facing economic challenges, and they must sign a contract to stay at the same school for up to four years. The program provides increasing payments of $1,500 through $4,500 as teachers complete each year of their contract, with the Department of Education responsible for identifying eligible schools and managing the application process. The legislation also authorizes an initial appropriation of $1 for the 2025 fiscal year to fund these grants, with the governor permitted to access these funds from the state treasury.
Maddy summaryHB 1288 establishes due process rights for students, student organizations, and faculty members at New Hampshire's public colleges and universities facing disciplinary actions that could lead to suspension, expulsion, or termination. The bill requires institutions to provide at least seven days' written notice of allegations, access to evidence and witnesses, the right to confront accusers, and the opportunity to present a defense with the assistance of an advisor. It also mandates an impartial hearing officer, a verbatim record of proceedings, and an appeal process, while allowing immediate temporary actions only in cases of imminent physical danger or property damage. Additionally, the legislation prevents disciplinary findings from being used as evidence in criminal court and prohibits colleges from holding disciplinary hearings while related criminal charges are pending.
Maddy summaryThis bill allows school districts to keep a supply of epinephrine auto-injectors on hand to treat severe allergic reactions. It authorizes school nurses to decide how many doses to keep and permits doctors to write prescriptions in the name of the school district so pharmacies can fill them. Schools can buy these devices at reduced prices or through donations, and they must report annually on how often the medication is used.