This bill establishes a new commission, known as the Assistive Technology Commission, aimed at promoting the growth of assistive technology businesses and enhancing the adoption of assistive technologies in New Hampshire. The commission will consist of various members, including users of assistive technology, parents of users, and representatives from relevant state departments and organizations. The commission is tasked with studying benchmarks for the implementation of assistive technologies, identifying measures to attract assistive technology businesses to the state, and conducting other necessary activities. The commission will hold its first meeting on September 1, 2026, and will meet every 90 days, concluding with a final meeting on September 30, 2027.

The bill includes the insertion of a new section, RSA 21-R:9-b, which outlines the formation and responsibilities of the Assistive Technology Commission. Additionally, it specifies that legislative members will receive mileage reimbursement for their duties. The bill also includes a repeal clause for RSA 21-R:9-b, indicating that the commission will be dissolved after its final report is submitted by October 1, 2027. The effective date for the repeal is set for October 1, 2027, while the remainder of the act will take effect upon its passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 21-R:9-b
As Amended by the House: 21-R:9-b