HB1323

Relative to parental alienation, limiting certain prior authorization requirements for physical therapy, occupational therapy, and similar rehabilitative services, relative to children's mental health services for persons 18 years of age and younger.

Chamber Passed·2/13/26

HB1323 addresses parental alienation, limits prior authorization for physical and occupational therapy, and modifies children's mental health.

HB1323 defines "parental alienation" as behavior damaging a child's relationship with a parent, affecting court decisions on parental rights and responsibilities. It mandates health carriers to not require prior authorization for the first visit of new physical and occupational therapy episodes, with additional reviews after eight treatments if medically necessary. The bill also modifies children's mental health services, including the establishment of the New Hampshire Children's Behavioral Health Association to manage assessments and services for children under 19.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 197–157 · Feb 13
Current
The Senate
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

0
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Roll Call Votes

OTP

197 Yea

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157 Nay

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19 Not Voting

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21 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 19

9:50 AM

Children and Family Law Hearing

Jan 27

10:00 AM

Children and Family Law Executive Session

History

Jun 2

Senate

Conference Committee Report; Not Signed Off; Senate Journal 14

May 26

House

Conference Committee Meeting: 05/26/2026 01:00 pm GP 232

May 21

Senate

Sen. Abbas Accedes to House Request for Committee of Conference, Motion Adopted, Voice Vote; 05/21/2026; Senate Journal 13