HB 1763-FN - AS AMENDED BY THE SENATE
12Feb2026... 0193h
04/16/2026 1431s
2026 SESSION
26-2781
07/09
HOUSE BILL 1763-FN
SPONSORS: Rep. Drago, Rock. 4; Rep. Bennett, Rock. 4; Rep. Ford, Rock. 3; Rep. Nadeau, Rock. 4; Rep. Mazur, Hills. 44; Rep. Perez, Rock. 16; Rep. Bogert, Belk. 5; Rep. Barbour, Hills. 35
COMMITTEE: Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs
-----------------------------------------------------------------
AMENDED ANALYSIS
This bill establishes a committee to study siting and maintenance rules regarding certain intellectual and developmental disability (IDD) and acquired brain disorder (ABD) community residences.
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Explanation: Matter added to current law appears in bold italics.
Matter removed from current law appears [in brackets and struckthrough.]
Matter which is either (a) all new or (b) repealed and reenacted appears in regular type.
12Feb2026... 0193h
04/16/2026 1431s 26-2781
07/09
STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE
In the Year of Our Lord Two Thousand Twenty-Six
Be it Enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives in General Court convened:
1 Committee Established. There is established a committee to study siting and maintenance rules applicable to intellectual and developmental disability (IDD) and acquired brain disorder (ABD) community residences, including group homes, that are funded, certified, or overseen by the department of health and human services.
2 Membership and Compensation.
I. The members of the committee shall be as follows:
(a) Three members of the house of representatives, appointed by the speaker of the house of representatives.
(b) One members of the senate, appointed by the president of the senate.
II. Legislative members of the committee shall receive mileage at the legislative rate when attending to the duties of the committee.
3 Duties. The committee shall:
I. Study issues associated with the creation of administrative rules and regulations for the siting, operation, and maintenance of community residences within the state. Such study shall include, but not be limited to, building codes, fire codes, conflicts with local land use ordinances and regulations, maintaining the character of a neighborhood, good-neighbor and nuisance rules, and other related codes, rules, and laws. The committee may seek the testimony of any individual or organization it deems appropriate.
II. Solicit information, testimony, and input from the public, as well as from relevant state agencies, organizations, municipal representatives, providers, advocates, and subject-matter experts, including, but not limited to, the following:
(a) The bureau chief of the bureau of developmental services, or a designated representative;
(b) A designated representative of the disability rights center of New Hampshire;
(c) A designated representative of the New Hampshire developmental services quality council;
(d) A representative of the area agency system recommended by the Community Support Network, Incorporated;
(e) A representative of residential service providers;
(f) An individual with expertise in building or fire safety; and
(g) A municipal planning or zoning official.
III. Identify and evaluate potential statutory changes and administrative or regulatory actions, including recommendations for department of health and human services rulemaking that may be necessary to address the siting and maintenance issues studied.
4 Chairperson; Quorum. The members of the study committee shall elect a chairperson from among the members. The first meeting of the committee shall be called by the first-named house member. The first meeting of the committee shall be held within 45 days of the effective date of this section. The committee shall meet monthly until a report is submitted pursuant to section 5 of this act, or a quorum of the committee modifies the schedule at its discretion. Three members of the committee shall constitute a quorum.
5 Report. The committee shall report its findings and any recommendations for proposed legislation to the speaker of the house of representatives, the president of the senate, the house clerk, the senate clerk, the governor, the executive council, and the state library on or before November 1, 2026.
6 Effective Date. This act shall take effect upon its passage.
26-2781
03/19/2026
HB 1763-FN- FISCAL NOTE
AS AMENDED BY THE HOUSE (AMENDMENT #2026-0193h)
AN ACT establishing a committee to study siting and maintenance rules regarding certain intellectual and developmental disability (IDD) and acquired brain disorder (ABD) community residences.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The Office of Legislative Budget Assistant states this bill has no fiscal impact on state, county
and local expenditures or revenue.
AGENCIES CONTACTED:
None
| Date | Amendment |
|---|---|
| Feb. 2, 2026 | 2026-0193h |
| April 9, 2026 | 2026-1431s |
| Date | Body | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Jan. 21, 2026 | House | Hearing |
| Jan. 28, 2026 | House | Exec Session |
| Jan. 28, 2026 | House | Floor Vote |
| March 18, 2026 | Senate | Hearing |
| April 16, 2026 | Senate | Floor Vote |
April 14, 2026: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-1431s, MA, VV; OT3rdg; 04/16/2026; SJ 9
April 10, 2026: Committee Amendment # 2026-1431s, AA, VV; 04/16/2026; SJ 9
April 10, 2026: Committee Report: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-1431s, 04/16/2026; Vote 4-0; CC; SC 14A
March 11, 2026: Hearing: 03/18/2026, Room 100, SH, 09:45 am; SC 10
Feb. 13, 2026: Introduced 02/05/2026 and Referred to Health and Human Services; SJ 4
Feb. 13, 2026: Introduced 02/05/2026 and Referred to Health and Human Services; SJ 4
March 10, 2026: Referral Waived by Committee Chair per House Rule 47(f) 02/12/2026 HJ 4
Feb. 12, 2026: Referred to Finance 02/12/2026 HJ 4
Feb. 12, 2026: Ought to Pass with Amendment 2026-0193h: MA VV 02/12/2026 HJ 4
Feb. 12, 2026: Amendment # 2026-0193h (NT): AA VV 02/12/2026 HJ 4
Feb. 3, 2026: Committee Report: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-0193h (NT) 01/28/2026 (Vote 18-0; CC) HC 6 P. 7
Jan. 21, 2026: Executive Session: 01/28/2026 02:30 pm GP 158
Jan. 14, 2026: Public Hearing: 01/21/2026 01:00 pm GP 158
Dec. 17, 2025: Introduced 01/07/2026 and referred to Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs HJ 1 P. 35