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NH HB232

Bill

Status

Engrossed

1/15/2026

Primary Sponsor

Mark Pearson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Establishes that health care providers have the right to conscientiously object to participating in abortions, sterilizations, or artificial contraception based on religious, moral, or ethical convictions

  • Prohibits discrimination against health care providers who exercise conscientious objection, including termination, demotion, transfer, denial of licensure, loss of privileges, or any adverse employment action

  • Requires health care institutions to prominently post notices (minimum 8.5 x 11 inches) informing providers of their right to decline participation in these services

  • Creates civil remedies allowing providers to sue for violations, with minimum damages of $10,000 per violation plus treble actual damages, attorney's fees, and potential injunctive relief including reinstatement

  • Imposes civil fines of $1,000 to $10,000 per occurrence on health care institutions that fail to post required notices; takes effect January 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Relative to the rights of conscience for medical professionals.

Last Action

Hearing: 03/18/2026, Room 100, State House, 09:30 am; Senate Calendar 10

3/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Health and Human Services1/15/2026
Judiciary1/7/2025

Full Bill Text

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