This bill establishes new requirements for psychological evaluations of children involved in delinquency and children in need of services (CHINS) proceedings, ensuring they receive the same level of evaluation as children in child protection cases. Specifically, the bill introduces two new sections to the existing laws: RSA 169-B:19-e and RSA 169-D:9-e. Both sections mandate that any psychological evaluations, which include assessments of personality functioning, must be conducted or supervised by a licensed psychologist who has specialized training in evidence-based treatment for childhood trauma.

The bill does not delete any existing legal language but adds these new provisions to enhance the quality of psychological evaluations for vulnerable children. It is set to take effect 60 days after its passage and is noted to have no fiscal impact according to the Department of Health and Human Services.