This bill amends the existing law regarding the authority of town health officers to regulate public health matters. Specifically, it modifies RSA 147:1, I by removing the phrase "and such other regulations relating to public health" and replacing it with "or other similar threats to public health." This change broadens the scope of regulations that health officers can implement, allowing them to address not only nuisances but also other threats to public health as deemed necessary for the safety of the community.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that these regulations will take effect once they are approved by the selectmen, recorded by the town clerk, and either published in a local newspaper or posted in two or more public places within the town. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 147:1