New Hampshire 2026 Session Status: Enacted Bipartisan · 2 R · 1 D cosponsors

HB 1030 — relative to licensed practical nurse scope of practice.

Last action — Enrolled (in recess of) 04/23/2026 HJ 11 P. 82

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    Passed House
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    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced November 07, 2025. Enacted.

Signed by Governor Kelly Ayotte (Republican) on May 12, 2026.

Prognosis

Likely to advance 72% · moderate confidence

Where this bill stands today.

Odds of enactment

High

How often bills like it became law.

  • Enacted

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 3 sponsors

    1 primary, 2 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Bipartisan support

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

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In plain language

The bill updates the scope of practice for licensed practical nurses.

This bill modifies what licensed practical nurses are authorized to do in their professional practice. It aims to clarify and potentially expand their roles in patient care.

What this means for you
  • Workers: For licensed practical nurses, this means potential new responsibilities and opportunities within their job roles.

Summary

relative to licensed practical nurse scope of practice.

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

11 added · 7 removed

Plain-language change summary

In the latest version of Bill HB 1030, the wording was updated to change "Participating in" to "Contributing to" in relation to the role of Licensed Practical Nurses in developing and modifying care plans for clients. This change emphasizes the active role nurses play in shaping care strategies rather than just being participants. This distinction matters because it highlights the importance of licensed practical nurses in the healthcare decision-making process, potentially improving patient care outcomes. The bill will take effect 60 days after it is officially passed.

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HB 1030 - VERSION ADOPTED BY BOTH BODIES 12Feb2026...
CHAPTER 46 HB 1030 - FINAL VERSION 12Feb2026...
0224h 03/26/2026 1227s SESSION 26-2512 09/05 HOUSE BILL 1030 AN ACT relative to licensed practical nurse scope of practice.
0224h 03/26/2026...
1227s SESSION 26-2512 09/05 HOUSE BILL 1030 AN ACT relative to licensed practical nurse scope of practice.
HB 1030 - VERSION ADOPTED BY BOTH BODIES 12Feb2026...
CHAPTER 46 HB 1030 - FINAL VERSION 12Feb2026...
1 Scope of Practice;
46:1 Scope of Practice;
2 Effective Date.
46:2 Effective Date.
Approved:
May 08, 2026 Effective Date:
July 07, 2026
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Action History

  1. Enrolled (in recess of) 04/23/2026 HJ 11 P. 82

  2. Signed by Governor Ayotte 05/08/2026; Chapter 46; eff. 07/07/2026

  3. Enrolled Adopted, VV, (In recess 04/23/2026); SJ 11

  4. House Concurs with Senate Amendment 2026-1227s (Rep. Layon): MA VV 04/09/2026 HJ 10 P. 8

  5. Committee Amendment # 2026-1227s, AA, VV; 03/26/2026; SJ 7

  6. Ought to Pass with Amendment #2026-1227s, MA, VV; OT3rdg; 03/26/2026; SJ 7

  7. Committee Report: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-1227s, 03/26/2026; Vote 3-0; CC; SC 11

  8. Hearing: 03/04/2026, Room 103, SH, 09:00 am; SC 7

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

  10. Ought to Pass with Amendment 2026-0224h: MA VV 02/12/2026 HJ 4 P. 3

  11. Amendment # 2026-0224h: AA VV 02/12/2026 HJ 4 P. 3

  12. Committee Report: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-0224h 01/28/2026 (Vote 12-0; CC) HC 6 P. 5

  13. Executive Session: 01/21/2026 01:30 pm GP 231

  14. Public Hearing: 01/21/2026 01:30 pm GP 231

  15. Introduced 01/07/2026 and referred to Executive Departments and Administration HJ 1 P. 3

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 2 co-sponsors · 412 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (2)

Not signed on (412)

412 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 1030 do?
relative to licensed practical nurse scope of practice.
Who sponsors HB 1030?
HB 1030 is sponsored by Howard Pearl (Republican), Suzanne Prentiss (Democrat), and Carol McGuire (Republican).
What is the current status of HB 1030?
This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced November 07, 2025. Enacted.
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