New Hampshire 2024 Regular Session

New Hampshire House Bill HB614

Introduced

1/12/23

Refer

1/12/23

Report Pass

2/16/23

Refer

2/22/23

Report DNP

11/15/23

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

If passed, HB614 will enable the Department of Health and Human Services to conduct a comprehensive analysis aiming to determine whether a more extensive epidemiological study is needed. The approved funds will be utilized to contract with an academic or research organization, which underscores a collaborative approach to tackling public health concerns. By shifting some degree of focus towards this specific health issue, the bill could potentially lay the groundwork for future interventions or policy changes in environmental health and community health initiatives.

Summary

House Bill 614 proposes an appropriation of $500,000 to the New Hampshire Department of Health and Human Services. The funding is intended to support a Phase 3 Feasibility Study focused on the incidence of kidney cancer in the town of Merrimack. This study is prompted by a statistically significant excess of kidney cancer cases observed in the area, as well as the presence of environmental contaminants that could potentially be linked to these health outcomes. The bill emphasizes the necessity of further investigation to understand contributing factors to this alarming health issue.

Contention

While the bill appears to be a pragmatic response to a pressing health crisis, it may also open discussions on the role of government in health research funding and the potential challenges linked to environmental health. As the funding is reliant on prior use of non-state funds before accessing state resources, there may be concerns regarding the effectiveness and feasibility of the study under budgetary constraints. Additionally, local stakeholders may engage in dialogue about the findings and implications of the study, particularly if it triggers further health assessments or regulations surrounding environmental quality.

Latest NH HB614 Activity

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Companion Bills

NH HB614

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

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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