This bill establishes new certification and operational standards for sober living houses in New Hampshire, mandating that all such facilities obtain and maintain certification from the New Hampshire Coalition of Recovery Residents (NH CORR). Key provisions include the requirement for sober living houses to verify resident eligibility by ensuring individuals have completed or are actively participating in a recognized rehabilitation program. Additionally, each sober living house must employ a paid house manager who is not a current or former resident, responsible for overseeing daily operations and compliance with certification standards.

The bill also outlines enforcement mechanisms, granting municipalities and the Department of Health and Human Services authority to ensure compliance. Non-certified sober living houses will be ineligible for zoning exceptions and face penalties for noncompliance, including fines and potential suspension or revocation of certifications. Existing sober living houses without certification will have a 180-day transition period to obtain certification, after which they will be subject to penalties if they fail to comply. The act will take effect 90 days after its passage.