SB516 Relative to certain unclassified positions in the department of health and human services.
Relative to certain unclassified positions in the department of health and human services.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Concerning
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
Changes to DHHS executive positions could affect salary costs but the direct financial impact on residents is minimal.
Your Community
The structure of DHHS leadership positions affects how well the department serves NH residents, but this is primarily an organizational management decision.
Your Freedom
Internal government staffing classification with no direct impact on individual freedoms.
Status
Enrolled (in recess of) 05/21/2026 House Journal 14
Sponsor
Patrick Long (D)
The Short Version
Addresses certain unclassified (executive-level) positions within the Department of Health and Human Services. These positions typically include senior leadership roles that are exempt from the classified civil service system.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ DHHS employees affected by classification changes
- ▲ The department's ability to recruit qualified leadership
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Taxpayers if positions result in higher salary costs
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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