New Hampshire 2025 Regular Session

New Hampshire Senate Bill SB248

Introduced

1/23/25

Refer

1/23/25

Report Pass

3/19/25

Engrossed

3/28/25

Refer

3/28/25

Report Pass

5/1/25

Enrolled

6/16/25

Chaptered

6/24/25

Passed

6/24/25

Caption

Establishing a committee to study palliative and hospice care in New Hampshire.

Impact

The bill aims to address gaps in the current healthcare system related to palliative and hospice care. By studying these areas, the committee's findings could lead to recommendations for legislative changes that would improve access and quality of care for those in need. This could result in enhanced service provision, particularly for vulnerable populations, and might necessitate adjustments in state funding or resource allocation to support improved healthcare services.

Summary

Senate Bill 248 establishes a committee to study palliative and hospice care in New Hampshire. The committee is tasked with evaluating the availability and barriers to access for these essential healthcare services. Its scope will include a focus on specific groups who may require such services, including individuals with disabilities, long-term care service recipients, people with dementia, and veterans. The formation of this committee reflects a legislative interest in understanding and improving the quality of care for populations that often face significant health challenges.

Contention

While the bill currently has a clear intent focused on improving healthcare access, potential points of contention may arise around the effectiveness of the proposed study and its implications. Stakeholders may debate the prioritization of palliative and hospice care compared to other pressing healthcare issues. Additionally, concerns may be raised about the allocation of state resources towards this study and subsequent recommendations, particularly in a budget-constrained environment.

Latest SB248 Activity

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NH SB251

Establishing a committee to study the long-term impact of the New Hampshire adult parole system.

NH SB411

Establishing a committee to study emergency mental health services for persons 21 years of age and younger in New Hampshire.

NH HB45

Establishing a committee to study student loan forgiveness in New Hampshire.

NH SB159

Establishing a committee to study unlimited service area permits for landfills and out of state waste coming into New Hampshire.

NH SB573

Establishing a committee to study consent and confidentiality laws applicable to adolescent and young adult health care in New Hampshire.

NH HB1252

Relative to establishing a committee to study the needs of Native Americans in New Hampshire.

NH HB1694

Relative to establishing a committee to study a New Hampshire public bank.

NH SB37

Establishing a commission to study hospitality and tourism education in New Hampshire.

NH HB322

Relative to establishing a committee to study the New Hampshire board of medicine.

NH SB47

Establishing a commission to study barriers to increased density of residential development in New Hampshire.

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