This bill amends the existing law regarding the payment of claims arising from the actions or activities of the New Hampshire National Guard. Specifically, it increases the maximum payment for such claims from $500 to $1,000. Additionally, the bill expands the scope of claims that can be compensated by including those against the Department of Military Affairs and Veterans Services. The process for filing claims remains the same, requiring individuals to submit their applications to the adjutant general, who will investigate and make recommendations to the governor and council.

The legal language changes include the insertion of provisions that allow for claims against the Department of Military Affairs and Veterans Services, as well as the increase in the maximum claim amount. The bill also removes references to the adjutant general in the context of the appropriation for claims, instead designating the Department of Military Affairs and Veterans Services as the responsible entity. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage, with an effective date of July 13, 2025.