New Hampshire 2026 Session Status: Enacted Bipartisan · 3 R · 1 D cosponsors

HB 1119 — relative to the regulation of funeral directors.

Last action — Signed by Governor Ayotte 04/03/2026; Chapter 22; eff: 06/02/2026

  1. ✓
    Introduced
  2. ✓
    In Committee
  3. ✓
    Passed House
  4. ✓
    Passed Senate
  5. ✓
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced December 01, 2025. Enacted.

Signed by Governor Kelly Ayotte (Republican) on April 06, 2026.

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High chance

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Prognosis

Likely to advance 74% · moderate confidence

  • Enacted

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 4 sponsors

    1 primary, 3 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Bipartisan support

    Sponsored across 2 parties (3 R · 1 D) — cross-party backing.

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Summary

relative to the regulation of funeral directors.

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

23 added · 19 removed

Plain-language change summary

The final version of HB 1119 includes a new requirement for aspiring associate funeral directors to complete a one-year apprenticeship under a licensed funeral director or embalmer. Additionally, it removes the previous stipulation that applicants could be licensed by passing an exam in another state, ensuring that all applicants meet the standardized training requirement. This change is significant as it aims to improve the qualifications and preparedness of funeral directors, enhancing the quality of care provided to families during difficult times.

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HB 1119 - VERSION ADOPTED BY BOTH BODIES 12Feb2026...
CHAPTER 22 HB 1119 - FINAL VERSION 12Feb2026...
Pearl, Dist 17 COMMITTEE:
Pearl, Dist COMMITTEE:
HB 1119 - VERSION ADOPTED BY BOTH BODIES 12Feb2026...
CHAPTER 22 HB 1119 - FINAL VERSION 12Feb2026...
1 New Section;
22:1 New Section;
2 Embalmers and Funeral Directors;
22:2 Embalmers and Funeral Directors;
3 Embalmers and Funeral Directors;
22:3 Embalmers and Funeral Directors;
4 Effective Date.
22:4 Effective Date.
Approved:
April 03, 2026 Effective Date:
June 02, 2026
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Action History

  1. Signed by Governor Ayotte 04/03/2026; Chapter 22; eff: 06/02/2026

  2. Enrolled Adopted, VV, (In recess 03/26/2026); SJ 8

  3. Enrolled 03/26/2026 HJ 9 P. 2

  4. Ought to Pass: MA, VV; OT3rdg; 03/12/2026; SJ 6

  5. Committee Report: Ought to Pass, 03/12/2026; Vote 4-0; CC; SC 9

  6. Hearing: 03/04/2026, Room 103, SH, 09:20 am; SC 7

  7. Introduced 02/05/2026 and Referred to Executive Departments and Administration; SJ 4

  8. Ought to Pass with Amendment 2026-0337h: MA VV 02/12/2026 HJ 4 P. 4

  9. Amendment # 2026-0337h: AA VV 02/12/2026 HJ 4 P. 4

  10. Committee Report: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-0337h 01/28/2026 (Vote 13-0; CC) HC 6 P. 5

  11. Executive Session: 01/22/2026 10:00 am GP 153

  12. Public Hearing: 01/22/2026 10:00 am GP 153

  13. Introduced 01/07/2026 and referred to Executive Departments and Administration HJ 1 P. 7

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 3 co-sponsors · 411 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (3)

Not signed on (411)

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 1119 do?
relative to the regulation of funeral directors.
Who sponsors HB 1119?
HB 1119 is sponsored by Howard Pearl (Republican), Terry Roy (Republican), Jennifer Rhodes (Republican), and Jonah Wheeler (Democrat).
What is the current status of HB 1119?
This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced December 01, 2025. Enacted.
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