HB1281

Establishing standards for the training of comfort dogs.

Introduced·12/1/25
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Establishes standards for training and care of facility comfort dogs in New Hampshire.

New Hampshire HB1281 establishes standards for the training and care of facility comfort dogs. Facility comfort dogs provide emotional support and crisis response in various settings. The bill mandates that these dogs receive the American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen certificate before 18 months old or within four months of acquisition. They must participate in ongoing training for at least four hours every three months, focusing on reinforcing certification skills and public interactions.

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Calendar

Feb 18

10:00 AM

Commerce and Consumer Affairs Work Session

Feb 18

1:00 PM

Commerce and Consumer Affairs Executive Session

History

Mar 11

House

Refer for Interim Study: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 03/11/2026 House Journal 7 P. 10

Mar 3

House

Committee Report: Refer for Interim Study 02/18/2026 (Vote 15-0; Consent Calendar) House Calendar 10 P. 7

Feb 11

House

Work Session: 02/18/2026 10:00 am GP 229