New Hampshire 2026 Session Status: Enacted 1 R cosponsors

HB 1727 — relative to student data sharing for the Summer EBT program.

Last action — Signed by Governor Ayotte 07/15/2026; Chapter 331; eff. I. Secs 2&3 eff as prov sec 4 II Rem eff 07/15/2026

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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 December 17, 2025. Enacted.

Signed by Governor Kelly Ayotte (Republican) on July 20, 2026.

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High chance

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Advancing 52% · moderate confidence

  • Enacted

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 1 sponsor

    1 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Single-party support

    Sponsorship is currently within one party (1 R).

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In plain language

The bill facilitates sharing student data for the Summer EBT program.

This legislation allows for the sharing of student data to support the Summer EBT program, which provides assistance to eligible families. It aims to streamline access to benefits for students who need food support during the summer months.

What this means for you
  • Families: This means families may have better access to food assistance during the summer months.

Summary

(New Title) relative to student data sharing for the Summer EBT program.

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

70 added · 75 removed

Plain-language change summary

The changes made to Bill HB 1727 mostly clarify the process for enrolling students in the Summer EBT program, which provides food benefits to families during the summer months. The amendments specify that if parents do not opt out within 15 days, their eligible children will be automatically enrolled in the program, streamlining access to these benefits. Additionally, a memorandum of understanding between the Department of Education and the Department of Health and Human Services will govern the data shared, ensuring that only necessary information is shared while protecting student privacy. This matters because it aims to make support more accessible for families in need, ensuring that children don’t miss out on vital food assistance during the summer break.

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HB 1727 - VERSION ADOPTED BY BOTH BODIES 12Mar2026...
CHAPTER 331 HB 1727 - FINAL VERSION 12Mar2026...
HB 1727 - VERSION ADOPTED BY BOTH BODIES 12Mar2026...
CHAPTER 331 HB 1727 - FINAL VERSION 12Mar2026...
1 New Section;
331:1 New Section;
2 New Section;
331:2 New Section;
HB 1727 - VERSION ADOPTED BY BOTH BODIES - Page 2 - II.
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(a) Standardized language for the notice and opt-out form required under RSA 189:11-f, II.
CHAPTER 331 HB 1727 - FINAL VERSION - Page 2 - (a) Standardized language for the notice and opt-out form required under RSA 189:11-f, II.
3 New Section;
331:3 New Section;
4 Contingency.
331:4 Contingency.
5 Contingent Renumbering.
331:5 Contingent Renumbering.
6 Effective Date.
331:6 Effective Date.
HB 1727 - VERSION ADOPTED BY BOTH BODIES LBA 26-2965 1/15/26 HB 1727- FISCAL NOTE AS INTRODUCED AN ACT relative to the inter-agency data sharing for the purpose of distributing summer electronic benefit transfer (EBT) benefits.  FISCAL IMPACT:
Approved:
The Department of Health and Human Services states this bill will have no fiscal impact, as it already has a memorandum of understanding with the Department of Education relative to implementation of the Summer EBT program.
July 15, 2026 Effective Date:
AGENCIES CONTACTED:
I.
Department of Health and Human Services
Sections 2 & 3 effective as provided in section 4 II.
Remainder effective July 15, 2026 CHAPTER 331 HB 1727 - FINAL VERSION
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Action History

  1. Signed by Governor Ayotte 07/15/2026; Chapter 331; eff. I. Secs 2&3 eff as prov sec 4 II Rem eff 07/15/2026

  2. Enrolled Adopted, VV, (In recess 06/04/2026); SJ 15

  3. Enrolled (in recess of) 06/04/2026 HJ 15

  4. Enrolled Bill Amendment # 2026-2195e: AA VV (in recess of) 06/04/2026 HJ 15

  5. Enrolled Bill Amendment # 2026-2195e Adopted, VV, (In recess of 06/04/2026); SJ 14

  6. Conference Committee Report 2026-2113c: Adopted, VV 06/04/2026 HJ 15

  7. Conference Committee Report # 2026-2113c, Adopted, VV; 06/04/2026; SJ 14

  8. Conference Committee Report Filed, # 2026-2113c; 06/04/2026

  9. Conference Committee Meeting: 05/27/2026 10:00 am GP 231

  10. Conferee Change: Rep. DeRoy Replaces Rep. Slottje 05/22/2026 HJ 14

  11. President Appoints: Senators Pearl, Lang, Reardon; (In Recess 05/14/2026); SJ 13

  12. Sen. Pearl Accedes to House Request for Committee of Conference, MA, VV; (In recess 05/14/2026); SJ 13

  13. Speaker Appoints: Reps. Layon, Thibault, Slottje, Dargie 05/14/2026 HJ 13 P. 149

  14. House Non-Concurs with Senate Amendment 2026-1748s and Requests CofC (Rep. Layon): MA VV 05/14/2026 HJ 13 P. 149

  15. Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-1748s, MA, VV; OT3rdg; 05/07/2026; SJ 11

  16. Committee Amendment # 2026-1748s, AA, VV; 05/07/2026; SJ 11

  17. Committee Report: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-1748s, 05/07/2026; Vote 4-0; CC; SC 17

  18. Hearing: 04/01/2026, Room 103, SH, 10:00 am; SC 12

  19. Introduced 03/12/2026 and Referred to Executive Departments and Administration; SJ 7

  20. Ought to Pass with Amendment 2026-0847h: MA VV 03/11/2026 HJ 7 P. 44

  21. Amendment # 2026-0847h: AA VV 03/11/2026 HJ 7 P. 43

  22. Committee Report: Ought to Pass with Amendment # 2026-0847h 02/18/2026 (Vote 14-1; CC) HC 10 P. 21

  23. Executive Session: 02/18/2026 03:05 pm GP 231

  24. Public Hearing: 01/14/2026 03:05 pm GP 231

  25. Introduced 01/07/2026 and referred to Executive Departments and Administration HJ 1 P. 33

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 414 not signed on

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Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (414)

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 1727 do?
(New Title) relative to student data sharing for the Summer EBT program.
Who sponsors HB 1727?
HB 1727 is sponsored by Mike Bordes (Republican).
What is the current status of HB 1727?
This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced December 17, 2025. Enacted.
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