This dispatch covers the legislation from the floor debate of the May 23 session of the House.
The bill SB418, which aimed at increasing penalties for those who refuse testing in cases of aggravated driving while intoxicated, failed to pass with a vote of 101-253.
SB340 provided that the school district may provide information re a child’s special education program by electronic mail passed 186-176.
The bill CACR22, which was about adding to the state constitution that NH will be the first presidential primary in the nation, did not receive the 3/5 vote to pass with a vote of 195-187.
SB373, regarding the state building code, grants the ability to overrule the Building Codes Review Board. It amends the state building and energy codes for the convenience of all people using them. It passed by voice vote.
SB134 re disability pensions for public safety employees who are victims of violence. This bill creates a new category of disability pensions relating to Group II members who are disabled due to a “violent injury” that is likely to be permanent before attaining retirement age. Passed by voice vote.
SB352 re early detection cancer screening pilot program for active and retired firefighters. Passed by a voice vote.
SB355 relative to newborn screening for cytomegalovirus. Passed by voice vote.
SB393 re $ the Department of Environmental Services to fund regional drinking water infrastructure. This bill gives $6.5mil to the Department of Environmental Services for the fiscal year ending 6/30/25. This would enable towns that opt for the building of workforce housing to support it with water service. It passed by voice vote.
SB406 $ to the Dept of Health and Human Services to increase rates for shelter programs. Passed by voice vote.
SB409 re reimbursement for ambulance services under the state Medicaid plan. Passed by voice vote after HB1593 was amended by 219-152. This bill adds $ to the Department of Health and Human Services to support recreational activities for individuals with disabilities.