New Hampshire House Bill HB1521

New Hampshire 2022 Regular Session

• Introduced: 12/9/21
• Refer: 12/9/21
• Report Pass: 2/3/22
• Engrossed: 3/1/22
• Refer: 3/1/22
• Refer: 4/7/22

Caption

Requiring the department of education to provide the house and senate standing committees responsible for education with written copies of the laws relative to education.

Impact

If enacted, HB 1521 will ensure that the House and Senate standing committees receive updated copies of educational statutes and rules at the beginning of each legislative biennium. This action could significantly improve the oversight of educational policies and the law, ensuring that lawmakers have first-hand access to the rules that govern education. By mandating this process, it aims to create a more informed legislative body that can respond more effectively to the needs of the state’s education system.

Summary

House Bill 1521 is a legislative proposal aimed at enhancing the transparency and accessibility of educational laws and regulations in New Hampshire. The bill requires the Department of Education to provide physical or digital copies, or links to the educational laws and rules to the House and Senate standing committees responsible for education. This initiative allows legislators and school superintendents to easily access vital educational laws, fostering better informed decision-making in educational policy.

Contention

While the bill is primarily focused on improving access to information, there may be discussions around its implementation and associated costs. The fiscal note indicates that the legislation is expected to incur a minimal cost, less than $10,000 per fiscal year from 2022 to 2025. However, concerns could arise regarding the logistical aspects of providing the information in various formats and ensuring accessibility for all stakeholders involved in the educational ecosystem.