Rep. Trinidad Tellez

Maddy summaryHB 1347 prevents health care facilities (like hospitals and clinics) from blocking referrals from outside primary care doctors when both the facility and specialist accept the patient's insurance. It directly affects patients seeking specialist care and health care facilities that previously restricted such referrals. The bill requires facilities to accept these referrals if insurance is accepted, and violations can result in $100,000 fines per incident or loss of nonprofit status. Enforcement is handled by the attorney general, with the law taking effect 60 days after passage.

Maddy summaryHB 1656 requires all health insurance plans in New Hampshire to cover pelvic-floor physical therapy (PFPT) as a standard benefit for specific conditions, including urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, postpartum recovery, and pelvic pain. It mandates coverage for up to 12 weeks of supervised therapy, pre-surgery preparation (prehab), and post-surgery rehabilitation without prior authorization for initial evaluations. Insurers must report on this coverage data annually, and the insurance department will publish an annual report on insurer compliance. This directly affects residents with pelvic floor dysfunction, ensuring access to evidence-based treatments currently often excluded from coverage.

Maddy summaryHB 1406 prohibits health insurance companies (health carriers) from using artificial intelligence to override doctors' clinical decisions. Specifically, it bans AI from auditing or adjusting provider codes based on AI recommendations that would change a physician's professional judgment about patient care. Health carriers must document all AI use in claims processing and provide these records to regulators. Violations are considered unfair insurance practices, potentially resulting in fines or restitution for denied care. The law directly affects healthcare providers and insurers, taking effect January 1, 2027.

Maddy summaryHB 1318 renews a state committee studying non-drug treatment options for chronic pain patients, extending its work through 2027. The bill requires the committee to submit annual interim reports to legislative leaders and the governor by November 1 each year, with a final report due by November 1, 2027. It focuses on developing payment models to support patient-centered, integrated care for chronic pain management. The committee’s prior work established a foundation for a pilot program, and this renewal aims to explore practical implementation strategies.

Maddy summaryHB 1364 requires counties, municipalities, and other local political subdivisions in New Hampshire that have entered into federal 287(g) agreements with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to submit quarterly reports to the state Attorney General. These reports must include specific data on detained individuals (by immigration violation, state offense, or field stops), their locations, detention lengths, and racial data where available. The Attorney General must then consolidate and submit these reports quarterly to state officials and local governing bodies starting in early 2027. The bill does not provide new funding but estimates minimal costs for the Attorney General’s office (around $63,000 annually) and local governments to compile the required data.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates the first Friday in June as a state day of remembrance for children in New Hampshire killed by gun violence. It directs the state to observe a moment of silence, fly flags at half-staff, and create a permanent memorial in the state house displaying the names of affected children. The resolution also urges Congress to establish a national day of remembrance with a similar memorial in the U.S. Capitol. As a ceremonial resolution, it does not create new laws but formalizes commemorative practices for grieving families and communities.

Maddy summaryHB 1663 protects employment for New Hampshire state legislators who work for private employers. It requires employers with 25+ employees to allow legislators to leave work for voting sessions without penalty, provided they give advance notice of session attendance. Employers may require use of accrued paid leave for these absences, but must grant unpaid leave if no leave is available. The law prohibits firing legislators for attending sessions and imposes civil penalties for violations, enforced by the labor commissioner.

Maddy summaryHB 1532 requires New Hampshire's Department of Health and Human Services to establish rules defining the maximum temperature for vape heating coils and mandating safety features to prevent overheating ("dry hits"). This bill directly affects vape product manufacturers, who must comply with these future safety standards. The key mechanism is the creation of regulatory rules by the Department, not the immediate imposition of specific temperature limits. The bill focuses on preventing overheating incidents through mandatory safety features in vape devices. (3 sentences)

Maddy summaryHB 1538 prohibits vape product marketers from using deceptive tactics to target minors. Specifically, it bans imitating food, school supplies, or clothing (e.g., candy packaging or pencil designs), using minor-appealing characters (like cartoon figures or video game icons), or embedding interactive video game features in vape products. The law directly affects vape manufacturers and retailers who market products through these methods. Violations will be handled as civil infractions by the Liquor Commission, with penalties under existing rules. The bill takes effect January 1, 2027.

Maddy summaryHB 1794 requires New Hampshire's Department of Health and Human Services to study how recent Medicaid changes affect residents' healthcare access. The department must prepare a report detailing impacts on covered individuals, healthcare providers (including hospitals and community clinics), timely care access, waiver program participants, and state budget effects. The report must cover specific areas like the number of affected residents and potential facility closures, with an interim version due November 1, 2026, and a final report by July 1, 2027. This bill directly affects New Hampshire residents relying on Medicaid and healthcare organizations providing services to them. It mandates a factual assessment of existing changes without altering Medicaid policy itself.