An overview of New Hampshire statistics, legislation, and news stories related to Safe Haven Baby Boxes in the state.
Law
New Hampshire does not have a specific law authorizing installation of safe haven baby boxes.
New Hampshire Statistics
No baby boxes have been installed in New Hampshire.
Legislation
2024
- HB1607 – Short,l poorly written bill amends New Hampshire’ ‘s safe haven law to include the use of Safe Haven Baby Boxes/newborn safety devices by parents; extends age of infants to 61 days.
Hearings/Testimony/Letters
- New Hampshire: Bastard Nation/SSHBBN Letter of Opposition to HB1607. February 4, 2024
- Joint Action Alert: New Hampshire HB1607 – Baby Boxes – OPPOSE, Bastard Nation/SSHBBN, February 5, 2024
News & Commentary
2024
- Baby Boxes for unwanted newborns proposed in New Hampshire, Concord Monitor, March 3, 2024
- Opinion: Support protections for Graine Stgate babies, support HB1607, Rep. Glenn Cordeli, Concord Monitor, March 5, 2024
2023
- Opinion: R. Glenn Cordelli & Rep. Katy Peternel: ‘Safe haven’ law needs update to better protect infants, Manchester Union-Leader, September 28, 2023
Updated March 7, 2024
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