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New HampshireSB4232025-2026 Regular SessionSenate

reestablishing the commission to study the incidence of post-traumatic stress disorder in first responders.

Sponsored By: Regina Birdsell (Republican)

Signed by Governor

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

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First responder trauma study commission returns

The law brings back New Hampshire’s commission on post-traumatic stress disorder in first responders, effective upon passage. It studies how common the disorder is and whether workers’ compensation should cover it; the law itself does not expand coverage. It also studies succession plans for experienced first responders and peer support programs, including whether one standard organization should oversee them. The 19-member group includes lawmakers, state officials, first responder groups, local governments, mental health advocates, and other representatives. Members choose a chair, and nine members form a quorum. The senator must call the first meeting within 45 days of the law taking effect. The commission can seek outside input and study related issues. It must send findings and any recommended legislation to state leaders, legislative clerks, and the state library. An interim report is due November 1, 2026, and a final report is due November 1, 2027. Legislative members receive mileage reimbursement at the legislative rate for commission duties. The commission and reimbursement authority end November 1, 2027.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

  • Regina Birdsell

    Republican • Senate

Cosponsors

  • Michael I Moffett

    Republican • House

  • Timothy A. Soucy

    Democratic • House

Roll Call Votes

No roll call votes available for this bill.

Actions Timeline

  1. II. Remainder Effective 07/02/2026

    7/9/2026Senate

  2. I. Section 2 Effective 11/01/2027

    7/9/2026Senate

  3. Signed by the Governor on 07/02/2026; Chapter 247

    7/9/2026Senate

  4. Enrolled (in recess of) 06/04/2026 HJ 15 P. 45

    6/17/2026House

  5. Enrolled Adopted, VV, (In recess 06/04/2026); SJ 14

    6/17/2026Senate

  6. Sen. Pearl Moved to Concur with the House Amendment, MA, VV; 05/14/2026; SJ 12

    5/14/2026Senate

  7. Ought to Pass with Amendment 2026-1310h: MA VV 05/07/2026 HJ 12 P. 10

    5/7/2026House

  8. Amendment # 2026-1310h: AA VV 05/07/2026 HJ 12 P. 10

    5/7/2026House

  9. Committee Report: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-1310h 04/01/2026 (Vote 14-0; CC) HC 18 P. 7

    4/17/2026House

  10. Executive Session: 04/01/2026 11:10 am GP 231

    4/17/2026House

  11. Public Hearing: 03/25/2026 11:10 am GP 231

    3/18/2026House

  12. ==CANCELLED== Public Hearing: 03/19/2026 11:10 am GP 231

    3/10/2026House

  13. Introduced (in recess of) 02/19/2026 and referred to Executive Departments and Administration HJ 5 P. 124

    2/26/2026House

  14. Ought to Pass with Amendment #2026-0355s, MA, VV; OT3rdg; 02/05/2026; SJ 3

    2/5/2026Senate

  15. Committee Amendment # 2026-0355s, AA, VV; 02/05/2026; SJ 3

    2/5/2026Senate

  16. Committee Report: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-0355s, 02/05/2026; Vote 4-0; CC; SC 4

    1/29/2026Senate

  17. Hearing: 01/21/2026, Room 103, SH, 09:20 am; SC 2

    1/15/2026Senate

  18. Introduced 01/07/2026 and Referred to Executive Departments and Administration; SJ 1

    11/21/2025Senate

Bill Text

  • Enrolled

    6/17/2026

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  • Introduced

    11/21/2025

    PDF

  • CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION

    PDF

  • Version adopted by both bodies

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