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This bill establishes a study committee focused on palliative and hospice care in New Hampshire, composed of five legislators (three representatives from the House and two senators) appointed by their respective chamber leaders. The committee's primary objective is to evaluate the availability and accessibility of palliative and hospice care services, with a specific focus on vulnerable populations including people with disabilities, long-term care recipients, individuals with dementia, and veterans. Committee members will receive mileage reimbursement at the legislative rate and will elect a chairperson, with the first meeting to be convened within 45 days of the bill's effective date. The committee is required to hold meetings with at least three members present to constitute a quorum and must submit a comprehensive report detailing their findings and potential legislative recommendations to key state officials, including the Senate President, House Speaker, state clerks, governor, and state library by November 1, 2025. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage. Palliative care, in this context, refers to specialized medical care that provides relief from the symptoms and stress of a serious illness, aimed at improving quality of life for both the patient and their family.

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