This bill mandates the commissioner of the Department of Health and Human Services to produce a detailed annual report outlining all costs incurred by the Division for Children, Youth, and Families. The report, which is to be submitted by September 1 each year, will include comprehensive information on personnel costs, funding sources, and specific details about positions within the division. The new legal language inserted into RSA 126-A:4 establishes this requirement and specifies that the report must be shared with various legislative bodies, including the joint legislative fiscal committee, the speaker of the house, and the president of the senate.

Additionally, the bill requires quarterly updates to be provided regarding any changes in personnel or authority within the division, ensuring ongoing transparency and accountability. The report must detail whether positions are authorized by statute or solely by the commissioner, their employment status (part-time or full-time, temporary or permanent), job classifications, and any federal contracts associated with the positions. The bill does not include any deletions from current law and is set to take effect 60 days after its passage. The Department of Health and Human Services has indicated that this bill will have no fiscal impact.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 126-A:4