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SB 113

making appropriations to the department of health and human services for homeless services and homeless prevention.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Regina Birdsell

SB 113 appropriates state funding for homeless services and prevention programs in New Hampshire but was defeated on procedural grounds despite committee approval.

Inexpedient to Legislate, Senate Rule 3-23, 10/31/2025; SJ 1
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Bill Summary · SB 113

Legislative bill overview

SB 113 appropriates funding to New Hampshire's Department of Health and Human Services specifically for homeless services and homeless prevention programs. The bill passed committee with unanimous support (6-0) but faced procedural challenges in the full Senate, ultimately being deemed "inexpedient to legislate" on November 3, 2025.

Why is this important

Homelessness remains a persistent public health and social challenge in New Hampshire, affecting housing stability, healthcare access, and community resources. Dedicated appropriations signal legislative priority and funding certainty for services that address root causes of homelessness and provide emergency support for vulnerable populations.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal concerns: Opposition may question the bill's cost, funding source, and whether appropriations represent efficient use of state resources amid other budget priorities
  • Program effectiveness: Disagreement over which homeless services are most effective or whether prevention vs. emergency services should receive priority funding
  • Legislative procedure: The motion to table by Senator Gray and subsequent "inexpedient to legislate" determination suggest procedural objections beyond the bill's substantive merits, though specific reasoning isn't detailed in available records

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

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