SB501

Relative to authorization of seclusion or restraint during a personal safety emergency by a physician, physician associate, or advanced practice registered nurse.

Chamber Passed·2/26/26
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New Hampshire SB501 amends mental health treatment rights to allow seclusion or restraint only by order of a physician, physician associate, or.

New Hampshire SB501 modifies the mental health services system by specifying that seclusion or restraint can only be administered by a physician, physician associate, or advanced practice registered nurse, with the consent of the person involved, or as an emergency treatment. This change aims to ensure that such interventions are carried out under strict medical oversight and with informed consent, enhancing patient safety and rights within mental health facilities.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 188–154 · Feb 26
Current
The House
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

Table

188 Yea

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154 Nay

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22 Not Voting

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29 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 15

10:00 AM

Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs Executive Session

Apr 8

11:00 AM

Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs Public Hearing

History

May 7

House

Lay SB501 on Table (Rep. W. MacDonald): Motion Adopted Regular Calendar 188-154 05/07/2026 House Journal 12 P. 31

Apr 22

House

Majority Committee Report: Inexpedient to Legislate 04/15/2026 (Vote 10-8; Regular Calendar) House Calendar 18 P. 14

Apr 22

House

Minority Committee Report: Ought to Pass