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New Hampshire House Bill HB1593

New Hampshire 2024 Regular Session

New Hampshire House Bill HB1593

Introduced
12/15/23  
Refer
12/15/23  
Report Pass
2/14/24  
Refer
2/22/24  
Report Pass
3/29/24  
Engrossed
4/16/24  
Refer
4/16/24  

Caption

Making an appropriation to the department of health and human services to support recreational activities for individuals with developmental disabilities and relative to the uncompensated care and Medicaid fund.

Impact

The bill also temporarily restructures the existing uncompensated care and Medicaid fund under state law, effectively extending federal funds to support hospitals dealing with uncompensated care. It establishes guidelines for how these funds are administered, ensuring that they are continuously available without lapsing. The changes will sunset on June 30, 2028, providing a defined timeline for these shifts in funding mechanisms, which are designed to optimize the financial support for health services.

Summary

House Bill 1593 aims to make an appropriation of $500,000 to the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) for supporting recreational activities for individuals with developmental disabilities. This funding is intended to cover costs associated with community-based recreational services that enhance health, wellness, socialization, and skill development for these individuals. As recreational activities are not reimbursable under Medicaid, this measure is essential to ensure that those with developmental disabilities can participate in community activities.

Contention

Notable points of contention surrounding HB 1593 may arise from its funding appropriation and the restructuring of the Medicaid payment framework. Critics may question whether the amount allocated is sufficient to cover the growing demand for recreational services among individuals with developmental disabilities. Additionally, there may be concerns regarding the efficiency and oversight of how the DHHS utilizes these funds and whether the intended recipients are receiving adequate support through this new structure.

Latest HB1593 Activity

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NH SB115

Relative to making an appropriation to the department of health and human services for the purpose of funding vaccine administration through public health departments.

NH HB614

Making an appropriation to the department of health and human services to fund the Merrimack, New Hampshire Kidney Cancer Incidence Phase 3 Feasibility study.

NH SB86

Relative to health care workforce development and making appropriations therefor.

NH HB1

Making appropriations for the expenses of certain departments of the state for fiscal years ending June 30, 2024 and June 30, 2025.

NH SB265

Making an appropriation for the multi-tiered system of support for children's mental health.

NH SB234

Directing the department of health and human services to develop a public awareness campaign on brain health, Alzheimer's disease, and related dementias and making an appropriation therefor.

NH HB91

Relative to privacy obligations of the department of health and human services.

NH HB642

Relative to budget flexibility for services for the developmentally disabled.

NH SB169

Making an appropriation to the department of environmental services to fund a water main interconnection project between Nashua and Litchfield.

NH SB230

Making an appropriation to the department of environmental services for wastewater infrastructure projects.

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