HB1374

Modifying the procedures for withdrawal from a cooperative school district and the discontinuance of elementary and high schools and requiring the review of school district operating documents by school boards.

Complete·7/16/26

New Hampshire HB1374 modifies procedures for withdrawing from cooperative school districts and discontinuing elementary and high schools, and.

New Hampshire HB1374 modifies the procedures for withdrawal from a cooperative school district and the discontinuance of elementary and high schools. It requires a public vote on discontinuance, with a majority vote leading to closure. The bill also mandates that school boards review school district documents every three years, including contracts, plans, and policies, and provide reports with recommendations. The bill repeals certain provisions related to high school discontinuance and amends RSA to include new sections on school closures and withdrawal plans.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

179 Yea

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161 Nay

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25 Not Voting

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26 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 21

9:25 AM

Education Hearing

Mar 2

9:30 AM

Education Policy and Administration Executive Session

History

Jul 16

House

Signed by Governor Ayotte 07/10/2026; Chapter 303; eff. 10/8/2026

Jul 1

House

Enrolled (in recess of) 06/04/2026

Jun 30

Senate

Enrolled Adopted, Voice Vote, (In recess 06/04/2026); Senate Journal 15