This bill introduces a new section to the existing law that allows current or past licensees who have faced certain disciplinary actions to petition for the expungement of their disciplinary records. Specifically, it applies to cases that did not involve criminal acts, fraud, deceit, patient safety, public safety, or actions that compromise the integrity of the profession, and where the disciplinary action did not result in suspension or permanent revocation of the license. To qualify for expungement, the licensee must meet several criteria, including that the petition is submitted more than seven years after the disciplinary action, there have been no further disciplinary actions since, and the license is currently in good standing. The bill also stipulates that petitions involving only reprimands or administrative fines will be granted if they meet the outlined requirements. Additionally, the bill amends RSA 310:6, II to include the expungement of disciplinary action as part of the organizational and procedural rules that the Office of Professional Licensure and Certification can adopt. The bill provides a process for licensees whose petitions are denied to request a hearing, ensuring they have the opportunity to appeal the decision. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage and is projected to have a minimal fiscal impact of less than $10,000 for each fiscal year from 2026 to 2029.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 310:6
As Amended by the Senate: 310:6
Version adopted by both bodies: 310:6
SB470 text: 310:6