NH HB348

Allows municipalities to establish a residency requirement of up to 90 days before individuals can qualify for local general assistance (welfare)

Removes current language that required towns to provide relief to poor persons "whether or not he has residence there"

Specifies acceptable evidence of residency including a lease, car registration, or utility bill in the individual's name

Requires local governing bodies to adopt written guidelines for general assistance that include application processes, eligibility criteria, and appeal procedures

Takes effect 60 days after passage