Rep. Mary Georges

Maddy summaryHB 1228 requires that past-due alimony payments must be enforced exactly as written in the original court order, without automatic adjustments. This directly affects individuals who owe or are owed alimony, particularly those with unpaid amounts. The bill specifies enforcement must follow the order's terms unless changed by a written agreement between the parties or a specific statute (RSA 458:19-aa). It takes effect January 1, 2027.

Maddy summaryHB 1225 amends New Hampshire's child support guidelines by updating how "adjusted gross income" is calculated for determining support payments. The bill specifically adds Social Security and Medicare taxes withheld from an employee's pay as a deductible item when calculating income for child support obligations. This change directly affects parents who pay child support (obligors), as it may lower their calculated income and potentially reduce their required payments. The amendment takes effect January 1, 2027.

Maddy summaryThis non-binding New Hampshire House resolution expresses support for peace in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and urges U.S. action. It calls on the U.S. government to increase diplomatic efforts, humanitarian aid, and coordination with international partners like the UN and African Union to address ongoing conflict, displacement, and humanitarian needs in the DRC. The resolution specifically requests regular congressional reporting on progress toward stability. As a symbolic measure, it does not create new funding or legal obligations but reinforces New Hampshire's stance on international engagement.

Maddy summaryHB 1779 requires New Hampshire's Department of Health and Human Services to consider a child's cultural background during foster care placements and develop resources to support their cultural heritage. The bill mandates foster parents to complete cultural sensitivity training covering language, traditions, and community connections, and assigns a cultural advocate to each foster child within 30 days to help integrate cultural practices and link to community resources. It also establishes a dedicated "Cultural Foster Care Fund" for implementation costs and requires the department to publish timelines and progress reports on partnerships with cultural organizations. This directly affects children in foster care, foster families, and the state's child welfare system.