This bill expands the definition of "veteran" to include not only veterans themselves but also their spouses and active duty service members, regardless of their length of service. It introduces a new definition for "military spouse" and establishes preferences for hiring and employment for veterans and their spouses in both state and private sectors. Additionally, the bill allows for the procurement of goods and services from veteran-owned and military spouse-owned businesses, ensuring that these entities are prioritized when available.

Key amendments include the insertion of definitions for "eligible service member" and "military spouse" into existing laws, as well as the extension of veterans' preference policies to include military spouses in public employment. The bill also modifies the New Hampshire National Guard Enlistment and Reenlistment Incentive Program to provide cash incentives for current members who recruit new service members or reclassify into critical vacancies. Overall, the bill aims to enhance support for military families by broadening employment opportunities and procurement preferences.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 21:50, 275-G:1, 99-F:1, 99-F:2, 275-G:3
As Amended by the Senate: 21:50, 275-G:1, 99-F:1, 99-F:2, 110-B:60, 275-G:3
Version adopted by both bodies: 21:50, 275-G:1, 99-F:1, 99-F:2, 110-B:60, 275-G:3
CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION: 21:50, 275-G:1, 99-F:1, 99-F:2, 110-B:60, 275-G:3