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SB 498 (2026)

Establish Children's Behavioral Health Association to fund child services through insurer assessments

This bill did not become law.

Last updated 2026-06-14 2:35 am
Summary:

Establishes the New Hampshire Children's Behavioral Health Association to assess insurance carriers and third-party administrators for the cost of providing behavioral health services to children. The collected funds will support care management entities and a dedicated service fund administered by the Insurance Commissioner.

The Senate added the substance of this bill to HB 1323.

Bill Sponsor:
Regina M. Birdsell
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Status:
HOUSE
Status Detail:
Interim Study
Public Hearing Date:
04/16/2026 01:30 pm
Public Hearing Location:
GP Room 229
House Voting Date:
05/14/2026
Senate Voting Date:
03/26/2026
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