New Hampshire 2024 Regular Session

New Hampshire House Bill HB1413

Introduced
12/6/23  
Refer
12/6/23  
Report Pass
3/18/24  
Engrossed
4/2/24  
Refer
4/2/24  
Report Pass
5/6/24  
Report Pass
5/16/24  
Enrolled
7/2/24  
Chaptered
7/26/24  

Caption

Relative to mental health supervision agreements and relative to establishing a committee to study increasing access to and accountability for mental health services.

Impact

Additionally, the bill establishes a legislative committee that will study access to mental health services and accountability within the state's mental health system. This committee will review various aspects of mental health provider networks, including barriers to timely credentialing and measures to enhance access and adequacy. The findings of this committee could lead to further legislative proposals intended to strengthen mental health services in New Hampshire and ensure that residents have improved access to care. This initiative underlines the state's recognition of the rising importance of mental health services.

Summary

House Bill 1413 aims to amend current laws governing mental health supervision agreements in New Hampshire. This legislation focuses on altering the criteria for the written agreements between supervisors and candidates for mental health licensure. It is designed to clarify the responsibilities of supervisors while ensuring that candidates in the mental health field can receive the necessary support and guidance in their professional development. By establishing a clearer framework, the bill seeks to improve the quality of care provided by mental health professionals.

Contention

While the bill's primary intent is to enhance mental health service accessibility and accountability, potential points of contention may arise. Stakeholders in the mental health field may have differing opinions on the specific requirements for supervision agreements and the recommendations made by the legislative committee. There could also be discussions around sufficient funding and resources needed to support the proposed measures, such as the establishment of the committee and the implementation of changes to current practices. The outcomes of these deliberations may influence how effectively the bill's objectives are met.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NH HB322

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

NH SB151

Relative to mental health education.

NH SB207

Relative to mental health critical incident intervention and management, and relative to mental health practice.

NH HB505

Relative to comprehensive mental health education in schools.

NH HB428

Relative to mental health practice.

NH SB128

Relative to payment for legal services for persons involuntarily admitted for mental health services.

NH HB368

Relative to protections related to receiving gender-affirming health care or gender-affirming mental health care.

NH SB85

Relative to emergency behavioral health services and behavioral health crisis programs.

NH SB243

Establishing a committee to study implementing a state-based health insurance exchange.

NH HB323

Relative to establishing a committee on emerging medical technologies.

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