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SB 248

establishing a committee to study palliative and hospice care in New Hampshire.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Kevin Avard and 1 co-sponsor

New Hampshire establishes a legislative committee to study palliative and hospice care services, capacity, and gaps to inform future policy recommendations.

Signed by the Governor on 06/23/2025; Chapter 0115; Effective 06/23/2025
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Bill Summary · SB 248

Legislative bill overview

SB 248 establishes a legislative committee tasked with studying palliative and hospice care services in New Hampshire. The committee will examine current capacity, accessibility, quality, and gaps in end-of-life care delivery across the state and likely produce recommendations for policy improvements.

Why is this important

As New Hampshire's population ages, demand for palliative and hospice care is expected to increase significantly. A comprehensive study can identify systemic gaps, workforce shortages, or insurance coverage issues that currently prevent residents from accessing appropriate end-of-life care, informing future legislative action.

Potential points of contention

  • Cost and scope of study: Committee studies require funding and staff time; disagreement may exist over how comprehensive the investigation should be
  • Implementation timeline: Stakeholders may debate whether findings should lead to immediate legislative action or longer-term planning
  • Provider representation: Questions about which hospice providers, healthcare professionals, and patient advocates are included in the study process

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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