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NH HB1720

Bill

Status

Introduced

12/12/2025

Primary Sponsor

Katy Peternel

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the Department of Health and Human Services to notify licensed child care providers electronically within 3 business days when a child care scholarship application names their program as the intended provider

  • Initial notice must include the child's name, anticipated start date if provided, and a statement that the application is pending eligibility determination

  • Department must send follow-up electronic notice to providers within 3 business days when an application is approved, denied, or withdrawn

  • Commissioner must adopt rules regarding the form, content, and secure transmission of required notices

  • Estimated one-time cost of $250,000 in FY 2027 ($150,000 general funds, $100,000 federal funds) for NH EASY system modifications and staff costs; takes effect 60 days after passage

Legislative Description

Relative to notice to child day care providers of child care scholarships.

Last Action

Executive Session: 03/17/2026 10:00 am GP 230

3/13/2026

Committee Referrals

Finance2/12/2026
Health, Human Services & Elderly Affairs12/12/2025

Full Bill Text

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