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NH SB410
Bill
Status
2/26/2026
Primary Sponsor
William Gannon
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AI Summary
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Authorizes New Hampshire law enforcement agencies to possess portions of human remains (tissue, bone, or anatomical material) specifically for training cadaver detection dogs
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Requires written consent from either the next of kin/legal representative or from the deceased individual through a pre-death legally valid document authorizing donation for law enforcement training purposes
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Mandates that all human remains be returned to the designated funeral home or mortuary after training completion for proper lawful disposition
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Assigns the Department of Safety responsibility for adopting rules on respectful handling and secure storage, with authority to conduct compliance audits of law enforcement agencies
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Takes effect 60 days after passage; violations may result in disciplinary action, revocation of authorization, or other penalties
Legislative Description
Relative to possession of human remains for law enforcement training purposes.
Last Action
Public Hearing: 03/18/2026 10:30 am GP 159
3/10/2026