This bill establishes a committee to study emergency mental health services for individuals 21 years of age and younger in New Hampshire. The committee is tasked with reviewing current behavioral health laws, insurance coverage and policies, insurance claims data, assessing coverage gaps, and compliance with parity for behavioral health services for this age group. The committee will consist of two members of the senate, appointed by the president of the senate, and three members of the house of representatives, appointed by the speaker of the house. Members will receive mileage compensation at the legislative rate for their duties.

The committee is responsible for soliciting testimony from relevant parties, assessing, and recommending legislation to address any identified gaps in insurance coverage for behavioral health services for persons 21 years of age or younger. A chairperson will be elected from among the members, and the first meeting must be held within 45 days of the act's effective date. A quorum for the committee is four members. The committee must report its findings and recommendations for proposed legislation by November 1, 2024. The act takes effect on July 3, 2024, as indicated by its approval and effective date. There are no insertions or deletions marked in the provided text, suggesting that this is a new piece of legislation without amendments to existing law.