HB1727 Relative to the inter-agency data sharing for the purpose of distributing summer electronic benefit transfer (EBT) benefits.
Relative to the inter-agency data sharing for the purpose of distributing summer electronic benefit transfer (EBT) benefits.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Mixed
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
Streamlined data sharing helps eligible families receive food benefits they're entitled to, reducing food costs during summer months.
Your Community
Ensures children from low-income families have adequate nutrition during summer when school meals aren't available.
Your Freedom
Involves government data sharing between agencies, which raises minor privacy considerations but serves a clear public benefit.
Status
Conference Committee Report 2026-2113c: Adopted, Voice Vote 06/04/2026 House Journal 15
Sponsor
Mike Bordes (R)
The Short Version
Facilitates inter-agency data sharing to distribute Summer EBT benefits to eligible children, helping ensure kids who qualify for free/reduced lunch don't go hungry during summer. Advancing through Senate committee.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Children eligible for free/reduced school meals
- ▲ Low-income families
- ▲ Local grocery stores and food retailers
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Agencies managing data sharing infrastructure
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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