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NH HB1215

Bill

Status

Introduced

12/1/2025

Primary Sponsor

Jim Kofalt

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes "Grace's Law" to protect the communication rights of individuals with developmental disabilities receiving state services

  • Guarantees the right to use preferred communication methods including Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices, letterboards, independent typing, sign language, non-verbal gestural systems, and speech-generating devices

  • Requires group homes, schools, and public institutions within the state service delivery system to recognize and support these communication methods

  • Mandates that trained staff including direct support professionals, educators, and health care providers make all reasonable efforts to accommodate an individual's preferred communication method

  • Takes effect 60 days after passage

Legislative Description

Relative to supporting the preferred method of communication of an individual with a communication disability.

Last Action

Ought to Pass with Amendment 2026-0942h: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 03/11/2026 House Journal 7

3/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Children and Family Law12/1/2025

Full Bill Text

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