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NH HB634

Relative to the New Hampshire council on autism spectrum disorders.


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Introduced
01/16/2025
In Committee
05/08/2025
Crossed Over
03/12/2025
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill revises the membership and duties of the New Hampshire council on autism spectrum disorders. The bill is a request of the New Hampshire council on autism spectrum disorders.

AI Summary

This bill establishes and defines the New Hampshire Council on Autism Spectrum Disorders (NHCASD), a comprehensive body designed to support individuals with autism and their families. The council will consist of 19 members, including representatives from state government agencies (such as education and health and human services), medical professionals, individuals with autism, family members, and advocacy organizations. The council's primary duties include providing advisory leadership on training, policy, and service coordination for individuals with autism spectrum disorders, collaborating with relevant organizations, recommending best practices, maintaining an online resource listing, and producing an annual report to key state leadership. The council will operate with a hybrid meeting format, allowing both in-person and remote participation, and will require a quorum of more than half its appointed members. The Department of Health and Human Services will provide administrative support to the council, and the bill will take effect 60 days after its passage. This legislation aims to improve coordination, support, and resources for individuals with autism spectrum disorders in New Hampshire by creating a diverse and inclusive council dedicated to their needs.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Ought to Pass with Amendment #2025-1988s, Motion Adopted, Voice Vote; OT3rdg; 05/15/2025; Senate Journal 13 (on 05/15/2025)

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