Bill > HB122

This bill modifies the existing law regarding payment of claims related to the New Hampshire National Guard by increasing the maximum claim payment from $500 to $1,000 and expanding the scope of eligible claims. Specifically, the bill allows claims to be paid not only for accidents caused by National Guard activities, but also for claims brought directly against the Department of Military Affairs and Veterans Services. The claims process remains the same: individuals must file applications with the Adjutant General, who will investigate the circumstances and make a recommendation to the Governor and Council. The bill maintains the existing restriction that claims which are payable by the United States will not be eligible for payment. The legislation will take effect 60 days after its passage, and according to the fiscal note, it is expected to have a minimal fiscal impact of less than $10,000 annually over the next few years.

Budget and Finance, Military Affairs and Security

https://gc.nh.gov/bill_status/legacy/bs2016/bill_docket.aspx?lsr=0092&sy=2025&sortoption=&txtsessionyear=2025&txtbillnumber=HB122