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NH HB510
Bill
Status
1/15/2026
Primary Sponsor
Bob Lynn
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AI Summary
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Establishes a 7-member commission to study due process protections for faculty, students, and student organizations in disciplinary proceedings at New Hampshire public colleges and universities
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Commission membership includes 2 House representatives, 3 senators, and designees from both the community college and university system chancellors
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Focus areas include reviewing disciplinary matters that may result in suspension, expulsion, or termination, and examining whether procedures provide adequate notice, impartial decision-makers, and meaningful opportunity to respond
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Commission must hold its first meeting within 45 days of the act's effective date and submit findings and legislative recommendations by November 1, 2026
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Commission automatically sunsets on November 1, 2026, with no fiscal impact on state, county, or local revenues or expenditures
Legislative Description
Establishing a commission to study due process in higher education disciplinary proceedings.
Last Action
Ought to Pass with Amendment #2026-0716s, Motion Adopted, Voice Vote; OT3rdg; 03/05/2026; Senate Journal 5
2/24/2026