HB1305 Enabling the use of telehealth to deliver veterinary care.
Enabling the use of telehealth to deliver veterinary care.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Mixed
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
Telehealth vet visits could reduce costs and travel time for pet owners, especially in rural areas.
Your Community
Expands veterinary access in underserved areas facing veterinarian shortages.
Your Freedom
Gives pet owners and veterinarians more flexibility in how care is delivered.
Status
Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 03/11/2026 House Journal 7
Sponsor
Melissa Litchfield (R)
The Short Version
Would have allowed veterinarians to provide care via telehealth, expanding access to veterinary services especially in rural areas. Killed via ITL.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Pet owners especially in rural areas
- ▲ Veterinarians seeking to expand their practice
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Concerns about quality of remote veterinary diagnosis
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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