New Hampshire 2023 Regular Session

New Hampshire House Bill HB614

Introduced

1/12/23

Refer

1/12/23

Report Pass

2/16/23

Refer

2/22/23

Caption

Making an appropriation to the department of health and human services to fund the Merrimack, New Hampshire Kidney Cancer Incidence Phase 3 Feasibility study.

Impact

By funding this feasibility study, HB614 seeks to enable the DHHS to contract an academic or research organization, which will analyze potential exposure risks to environmental contaminants in Merrimack. This is an important step in collecting localized data that could inform public health initiatives and possibly lead to changes in state laws regarding environmental health protections. If significant relationships between environmental factors and health outcomes are established, the study's findings may help shape future regulations and health policies in New Hampshire.

Summary

House Bill 614 (HB614) is an act aimed at addressing local health concerns in Merrimack, New Hampshire, particularly related to a statistically significant increase in kidney cancer cases. The bill allocates $500,000 to the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) for a Phase 3 feasibility study focusing on the potential environmental and health factors contributing to this rise. This study is critical for determining whether a more extensive epidemiological study is warranted and will help identify specific health outcomes for further examination.

Contention

While the bill reflects a proactive response to health concerns in Merrimack, there may be differing opinions regarding its necessity and implementation. Proponents argue that the study could lead to essential insights for the community and enhance public health safety, especially in areas impacted heavily by environmental pollutants. Critics, however, might question the use of state funds for this specific allocation in light of other pressing health and social issues, emphasizing the need for a broader consideration of health priorities across the state.

Latest NH HB614 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NH HB115

Making temporary appropriations for the expenses and encumbrances of the state of New Hampshire.

NH HB519

Making an appropriation to the department of health and human services to fund and support the Waypoint youth and young adult shelter.

NH HB519

making an appropriation to the department of health and human services to fund and support the Waypoint youth and young adult shelter.

NH HB1734

(New Title) establishing a committee to study the feasibility of establishing experimental treatment centers in New Hampshire and the oversight thereof.

NH SB483

making a contingent appropriation to the department of health and human services for recruitment and benefit grants for child care employers.

NH SB114

Making appropriations to the department of health and human services to support community and transitional housing through community mental health centers.

NH HB1794

directing the department of health and human services to identify the impact of Medicaid changes on New Hampshire residents' access to health care.

NH SB604

making an appropriation to the university system of New Hampshire.

NH HB1566

(New Title) directing the department of health and human services to seek clarification from the Administration for Children and Families regarding the use of TANF reserve funds and repealing the requirement that the department of health and human services' biennial budget request include funding for certain child care workforce programs.

NH SB113

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

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