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NH HB1051
Bill
Status
3/6/2026
Primary Sponsor
Erica Layon
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AI Summary
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Establishes a study commission to evaluate the feasibility of creating a centralized statewide fingerprinting and background check database in New Hampshire
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Commission membership includes 2 House members, 1 Senator, and designees from the Office of Professional Licensure and Certification, Department of Environmental Services, Department of Safety, and Department of Education
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Commission will review current practices for professions requiring multiple fingerprints/background checks, examine other states' procedures, and identify potential barriers and costs associated with centralization
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First meeting must occur within 45 days of the act's passage, with findings and legislative recommendations due by November 1, 2026
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Commission automatically dissolves on November 30, 2026 through a prospective repeal provision
Legislative Description
Modifying the procedures and requirements for school bus driver criminal history records checks and expanding the personnel subject to such checks.
Last Action
Introduced 03/05/2026 and Referred to Judiciary; Senate Journal 6
3/6/2026