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NH HB1101

NH HB1101
Relative to the membership and governance of the state veterans council.


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Introduced
12/01/2025
In Committee
02/19/2026
Crossed Over
02/09/2026
Passed
03/30/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
03/30/2026

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill makes changes to reflect the consolidation and organization of veterans services under the department of military affairs and veteran services and changes the total number of members of the state veterans council to 5. This bill is a request of the department of military affairs and veterans services.

AI Summary

This bill modifies the structure and responsibilities of the state veterans council, reducing its total membership from four to five individuals. These members are appointed by the governor and council, with a specific requirement that one member must be a family member of a veteran or currently serving military personnel, while the remaining members are veterans as defined by RSA 21:50. The council's duties are updated to include providing guidance and recommendations on veterans programs and initiatives, and administering the "New Hampshire first for veterans program" for the adjutant general, who is the head of the state's military affairs. This change reflects the consolidation of veterans services under the department of military affairs and veteran services.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs, Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (10)

Last Action

Signed by Governor Ayotte 03/27/2026; Chapter 11; eff. 07/01/2026 (on 03/30/2026)

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