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This bill modifies several aspects of New Hampshire's impaired driver care management program (IDCMP) and recovery residence certification. The bill removes previous provisions that allowed individuals to skip re-taking impaired driver education programs if they had completed one within the past 5 years, instead requiring all individuals to complete the full 20-hour educational curriculum regardless of prior completion. The bill introduces new requirements for out-of-state residents, allowing them to complete education programs in their home state while still registering with a New Hampshire IDCMP. For individuals seeking license restoration after more than 5 years, the bill mandates they undergo a new screening, evaluation, and potentially complete a new service plan. The bill also updates certification standards for recovery residences, replacing specific references to the National Alliance for Recovery Residences (NARR) with more flexible language about "nationally recognized standards" for certification. Additionally, the bill clarifies fee structures, administrative procedures, and reporting requirements for IDCMP programs, and gives the Department of Health and Human Services more flexibility in implementing and monitoring these programs. The changes aim to improve oversight, ensure comprehensive treatment, and maintain consistent standards for individuals dealing with substance use disorders and seeking to restore driving privileges.

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https://gc.nh.gov/bill_status/legacy/bs2016/bill_docket.aspx?lsr=1085&sy=2025&sortoption=&txtsessionyear=2025&txtbillnumber=SB143