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2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-G - Athletic Trainers › Section 326-G:3 - Rulemaking.

326-G:3 Rulemaking. –
The board shall adopt rules, pursuant to RSA 541-A, relative to the nature of the temporary visit in this state which is sufficient to exempt from the application of this chapter the practitioners of athletic training designated in RSA 326-G:2, III.
Source.
2003, 310:4, eff. July 1, 2003.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-G - Athletic Trainers › Section 326-G:4 - Eligibility for Initial Licensure.

326-G:4 Eligibility for Initial Licensure. –
Applicants for initial licensure as athletic trainers shall:
I. Demonstrate sufficient evidence of good professional character and reliability to satisfy the board that the applicant shall faithfully and conscientiously avoid professional misconduct and adhere to this chapter, RSA 328-F, and the board's rules.
II. Have at least a bachelor's degree.
III. Have a currently valid certificate issued by the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification, Inc., or its successor organization.
IV. Meet any continuing competency requirements established by the board.
Source.
2003, 310:4, eff. July 1, 2003.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-G - Athletic Trainers › Section 326-G:5 - Professional Identification.

326-G:5 Professional Identification. –
I. Any person licensed to practice as an athletic trainer in this state may use the title "New Hampshire Licensed Athletic Trainer" and the abbreviation, "N.H.LAT" to designate such person's practice of athletic training and shall produce such person's license upon the request of the board.
II. Any person who uses the title or the abbreviation or otherwise states or implies by word or act that he or she is currently licensed to practice athletic training, and does so at a time when she or he does not possess a valid license, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.
Source.
2003, 310:4, eff. July 1, 2003.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-G - Athletic Trainers › Section 326-G:6 - Eligibility for Renewal of License.

326-G:6 Eligibility for Renewal of License. –
Licensees are eligible for renewal of their licenses if they:
I. Hold a currently valid certificate issued by the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification, Inc., or its successor organization.
II. Have not violated this chapter or RSA 328-F nor demonstrated poor professional character.
III. Meet any continuing competency requirements established by the board.
Source.
2003, 310:4, eff. July 1, 2003.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-H - Licensed Dietitians › Section 326-H:2 - Purpose.

326-H:2 Purpose. –
The general court recognizes that dietitians play an important role in treating illness, injury, and other medical conditions; and in improving the quality of life of seriously ill patients; all of which can result in cost savings to the health care system. The general court finds and declares that the practices of dietitians in the state of New Hampshire affect public health, safety, and welfare; these practices make important and distinct contributions to patient care, and it is in the public's best interest to have qualified individuals who practice in this profession. In doing so, the general court recognizes that there are many aspects of nutrition and it is not the purpose of this act to restrict the ability of any person to provide advice, counseling, or assessments in matters of food, diet, or nutrition and to receive compensation for such services, thereby assuring that all persons can obtain nutrition and dietary information, dietary counseling, and information regarding food, food products, dietary supplements, and their proper use, from any source of that person's choosing. The purpose of this act, therefore, is to establish regulations and standards of qualification, training, and experience for individuals who are practicing dietitians.
Source.
2000, 168:1, eff. Jan. 1, 2001.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-H - Licensed Dietitians › Section 326-H:3 - Definitions.

326-H:3 Definitions. –
In this chapter:
I. "Board" means the board of licensed dietitians.
II. "Commission on Dietetic Registration" means the national autonomous credentialing body.
III. "Dietitian" means a person who is a food and nutrition professional who meets the minimum academic and professional requirements that have enabled that individual to be credentialed by the Commission on Dietetic Registration as a registered dietitian.
Source.
2000, 168:1, eff. Jan. 1, 2001.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-H - Licensed Dietitians › Section 326-H:4 - Exceptions.

326-H:4 Exceptions. –
I. This chapter shall not apply to a dietitian who is:
(a) Serving in the armed forces of the United States;
(b) Engaged in a state or federally funded public health program;
(c) Employed by the Veterans Administration, provided such dietetic activities are related to such service or employment; or
(d) Licensed, certified, or registered under other laws of this state who is performing services within his or her authorized scope of practice.
II. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to restrict, prevent, or otherwise interfere with a person who does not hold himself or herself out as a licensed dietitian from providing advice, counseling or assessments in matters of food, diet or nutrition; or from marketing or distributing food products, including dietary supplements as defined by the federal Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act; or from providing explanations to or communicating with customers with regard to the uses of such products.
Source.
2000, 168:1, eff. Jan. 1, 2001.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-H - Licensed Dietitians › Section 326-H:5 - License Required; License Title.

326-H:5 License Required;  License Title. –
I. No person shall practice or represent himself or herself as a dietitian in this state without first applying for and receiving a license from the board to practice as a licensed dietitian.
II. Licensees shall use the title "licensed dietitian" and the recognized abbreviation "LD".
Source.
2000, 168:1, eff. Jan. 1, 2001.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-H - Licensed Dietitians › Section 326-H:6 - Scope of Practice.

326-H:6 Scope of Practice. –
Licensed dietitians shall be authorized to practice applications from food, nutrition, biochemistry, physiology, management, behavioral, and social sciences used in the treatment of illness, injury and other medical conditions, and the maintenance of human health.
Source.
2000, 168:1, eff. Jan. 1, 2001.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-H - Licensed Dietitians › Section 326-H:7 - Board of Licensed Dietitians; Removal; Expenses.

326-H:7 Board of Licensed Dietitians;  Removal;  Expenses. –
I. There is established a board of licensed dietitians, consisting of 5 members. Initial appointments shall be made pursuant to RSA 326-H:8. Thereafter, the board shall be appointed by the governor with consent of the executive council and shall consist of 4 licensed dietitians and one public member.
II. Members of the board shall serve 3-year terms, shall hold office until successors are appointed and qualified, and shall serve no more than 2 consecutive terms.
III. The board may remove a member for malfeasance, misfeasance, or nonfeasance.
IV. [Repealed.]
V. All members of the board shall have been residents of this state for at least 3 years immediately preceding appointment to the board. The public member shall not be, nor ever have been, a member of the dietitian profession nor have or have had a material, financial interest in either the provision of dietitian services or an activity directly related to the dietitian profession, including the representation of the board or profession for a fee at any time during the 5 years preceding appointment.
VI. [Repealed.]
Source.
2000, 168:1. 2010, 118:9. 2015, 276:108, XXXIII, eff. July 1, 2015. 2021, 197:48, I, eff. July 1, 2021.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-H - Licensed Dietitians › Section 326-H:8 - Initial Appointments; Meeting; Election of Initial Chairperson.

326-H:8 Initial Appointments;  Meeting;  Election of Initial Chairperson. –
I. The initial appointments to the board shall be made by the governor with the consent of the executive council and shall serve initial terms as follows: 2 practicing dietitians who shall serve a term of one year; and 2 practicing dietitians and one public member who shall serve a term of 2 years.
II. The initial board members shall be appointed within 6 months of January 1, 2001. The initial chairperson shall be elected from among the board members no later than the second meeting of the board.
Source.
2000, 168:1, eff. Jan. 1, 2001.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-H - Licensed Dietitians › Section 326-H:9 - Duties of the Board.

326-H:9 Duties of the Board. –
The board shall:
I. Conduct meetings as required.
II. Select a chairperson and officers from the members of the board.
III. Maintain a true record of the board's official acts through the office of professional licensure and certification and in accordance with the retention policy established by the office, which shall be public and open to inspection at all reasonable times, except for records compiled in connection with disciplinary proceedings.
IV. Adopt a code of ethics for the practices of licensed dietitians in this state.
V. Establish appropriate actions including supplemental training requirements and treatment and counseling requirements for licensees involved in violations of the code of ethics.
Source.
2000, 168:1. 2004, 165:1, eff. July 23, 2004. 2021, 197:44, eff. July 1, 2021. 2023, 212:13, eff. Oct. 3, 2023.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-H - Licensed Dietitians › Section 326-H:10 - Rulemaking.

326-H:10 Rulemaking. –
The board shall adopt rules, pursuant to RSA 541-A, relative to:
I. The eligibility requirements for licensure or temporary licensure to practice as a licensed dietitian in this state.
II. [Repealed.]
III. [Repealed.]
IV. Educational qualifications for licensure.
V. [Repealed.]
VI. Continuing education requirements.
VII. [Repealed.]
VIII. [Repealed.]
IX. [Repealed.]
Source.
2000, 168:1. 2004, 165:2, 3. 2014, 167:9, eff. July 1, 2014. 2021, 197:45, 48, II, eff. July 1, 2021. 2023, 212:14, I, eff. Oct. 3, 2023.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-H - Licensed Dietitians › Section 326-H:11 - Immunity From Civil Action.

326-H:11 Immunity From Civil Action. –
No civil action shall be maintained against the board or any member of the board or its agents or employees, against any organization or its members, or against any other person for or by reason of any statement, report, communication, or testimony to the board or determination by the board in relation to proceedings under this chapter.
Source.
2000, 168:1, eff. Jan. 1, 2001.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-H - Licensed Dietitians › Section 326-H:12 - Requirements for Licensure.

326-H:12 Requirements for Licensure. –
To be eligible to be a licensed dietitian under this chapter, an applicant shall be a person of good character and shall:
I. Hold a baccalaureate or higher degree from a college or university approved by the board with a major course of study in human nutrition, nutrition education, food and nutrition, dietetics, public health nutrition, or food systems management;
II. Have successfully completed a dietetic internship of no less than 900 hours, pre-professional practice program, or coordinated program with documented experience in the practice of dietetics under supervision of a registered, certified, or licensed dietitian;
III. Have successfully passed the examination administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration;
IV. Maintain continuing professional education requirements as determined by the board; and
V. Pay the license fee established by the office of professional licensure and certification.
Source.
2000, 168:1. 2002, 163:2. 2004, 165:5. 2014, 167:10, eff. July 1, 2014. 2021, 197:46, eff. July 1, 2021.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-H - Licensed Dietitians › Section 326-H:12-a - Exception of Requirements for Licensure.

326-H:12-a Exception of Requirements for Licensure. –
An applicant for licensure as a dietitian under this chapter who was registered as a dietitian with the Commission on Dietetic Registration on or before December 31, 2000, shall be deemed to have met the requirements for licensure under RSA 326-H:12, I, II, and III.
Source.
2002, 163:1, eff. May 15, 2002.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-H - Licensed Dietitians › Section 326-H:13 - Reciprocity.

326-H:13 Reciprocity. –
The board may, in its discretion, grant a license under this chapter to an individual certified or licensed in another state if it determines that the requirements or standards for certification or licensure in that state are equivalent to, or greater than, those established by this chapter.
Source.
2000, 168:1, eff. Jan. 1, 2001.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-H - Licensed Dietitians › Section 326-H:14 - Issuance, Expiration, and Renewal of License.

326-H:14 Issuance, Expiration, and Renewal of License. –
I. The board shall license as a dietitian each applicant who proves to the satisfaction of the board his or her qualifications under this chapter and under rules adopted by the board under RSA 326-H:10. The board shall issue to each person qualified a license, which shall be prima facie evidence of the right of the person to whom it is issued to represent himself or herself as a licensed dietitian subject to the conditions and limitations of this chapter.
II. All licenses issued by the board shall be renewed biennially or reissued pursuant to rules adopted and upon payment of a license renewal fee established by the office of professional licensure and certification. The board shall cause notification of impending license expiration to be sent to each licensed person at least 60 days prior to the expiration of the license. Licenses shall continue as valid until final action is exercised by the board on an application for renewal, provided that the application is filed before the expiration date of the license.
III. Any person licensed under this chapter who seeks to renew his or her license shall provide to the board satisfactory documentation of the required continuing professional education.
IV. Any person who fails to renew a license issued under this chapter may be issued a license only upon reapplication for licensure.
Source.
2000, 168:1. 2004, 165:5. 2014, 167:11. 2015, 229:9, eff. July 1, 2015. 2021, 197:47, eff. July 1, 2021.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-H - Licensed Dietitians › Section 326-H:15 - Continuing Professional Education.

326-H:15 Continuing Professional Education. –
It shall be deemed sufficient for the renewal of a license issued under this chapter for an applicant for renewal to have completed 20 hours of continuing professional education related to the relevant practice in the previous 24 months. Continuing education programs shall be approved by the board.
Source.
2000, 168:1, eff. Jan. 1, 2001.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-H - Licensed Dietitians › Section 326-H:16 - Suspension and Revocation of License.

326-H:16 Suspension and Revocation of License. –
The board, after providing an opportunity for a hearing, may take appropriate disciplinary action as follows:
I. Suspend or revoke the license if the person has obtained the license by fraudulent or deceitful means.
II. Suspend or revoke the license if the person has been convicted of a class A felony or found guilty of malpractice or gross misconduct in practice as a dietitian.
III. Suspend or revoke if by reason of negligent habits, neglect, willful action, or other causes engaged in actions inconsistent with the health of the person or persons under the care of the licensee.
IV. Take appropriate disciplinary action such as suspension, revocation, penalties, sanctions, additional training or other requirements for all other violations of this chapter, and the rules and code of ethics adopted by the board.
Source.
2000, 168:1. 2004, 165:6, eff. July 23, 2004.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-H - Licensed Dietitians › Section 326-H:17 - Repealed by 2023, 212:14, II, eff. Oct. 3, 2023.

326-H:17 Repealed by 2023, 212:14, II, eff. Oct. 3, 2023. –
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-H - Licensed Dietitians › Section 326-H:18 - Reinstatement.

326-H:18 Reinstatement. –
Any person whose license has been suspended or revoked by the board may apply to the board, in writing, to request a hearing for reinstatement. Upon a hearing, the board may issue a new license or modify the suspension or revocation of the license.
Source.
2000, 168:1, eff. Jan. 1, 2001.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-H - Licensed Dietitians › Section 326-H:19 - Offenses.

326-H:19 Offenses. –
I. It shall be a class A misdemeanor for any natural person, and a felony for any other person to:
(a) Practice as a licensed dietitian under the guise of any diploma, permit, certificate, license, or record illegally or fraudulently obtained or issued.
(b) Impersonate in any manner a licensed dietitian by use of any title that contains the word "dietitian", use of the abbreviation "LD", or use any words, signs, symbols, or devices which represent a person licensed under this chapter.
II. It shall be a class B misdemeanor for any person to:
(a) Sell, fraudulently obtain, or furnish any license established under this chapter or aid and abet such conduct.
(b) Fail to notify the board of the suspension, probation, or revocation of any past or present license, certification, or registration required to practice as a dietitian in this or any other jurisdiction.
(c) Make false representations or impersonate or act as proxy for another person or allow or aid any person to impersonate him or her in connection with any examination or application for licensure or request to be licensed.
(d) Violate any other provision of this chapter.
Source.
2000, 168:1. 2006, 76:10, eff. July 1, 2006.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-I - Interpreters for the Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing › Section 326-I:1 - Findings and Statement of Purpose.

326-I:1 Findings and Statement of Purpose. –
I. The general court finds that while there is no census count, as many as 10,000 New Hampshire citizens live with hearing loss; that of this number perhaps 3,000 men, women, and children are unable to readily understand speech due to the extent of their hearing loss, but instead rely on a visual mode of communication.
II. The general court finds that a significant number of New Hampshire's deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing, its broad array of public agencies and institutions, and its medical and legal professions share a unique challenge: the necessity to hire qualified interpreters licensed to provide ready and reliable communications to and for those who use a visual and/or tactile mode of communication.
III. The general court further finds the mandates of federal and state statutes which require funding of interpreter's services, by the same public agencies and institutions, medical and legal professions, and others of those interpreters requested by the deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing, is a mandate in itself to the legislature to ensure the availability of a skilled cadre of qualified, licensed interpreters.
IV. The purpose of this legislation is:
(a) To provide standards for the licensing and regulation of interpreters for the deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing.
(b) To ensure interpreters for the deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing meet rigorous standards, and that by power of revoking their licenses are held accountable for the quality and timeliness of their work.
Source.
2001, 232:1, eff. July 1, 2001. 2021, 86:2, 3, eff. Jan. 1, 2022.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-I - Interpreters for the Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing › Section 326-I:2 - Definitions.

326-I:2 Definitions. –
In this chapter:
I. "Board" means the board of licensure of interpreters for the deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing.
II. "Deaf" person means a person whose primary communication is visual.
III. "Deafblind" person means a person who has a combination of hearing loss and vision loss. A person who uses a combination of visual and/or tactile communication.
IV. "Hard-of-hearing" person means a person who has a hearing loss, who may or may not primarily use visual communication, and who may or may not use assistive devices.
V. "Intermediary interpreting" means interpreting services rendered by a deaf person between another deaf or deafblind person and another licensed interpreter or between 2 or more deaf or deaf blind persons.
VI. "Interpreter" means a person who conveys meaning between people who use signed language and spoken language.
VII. "Interpreting" means the act of conveying meaning between people who use signed and/or spoken languages.
VIII. "Interpreting organization" means an organization whose function is to provide qualified interpreter services for a fee and who access interpreters licensed under this chapter.
IX. "Oral deaf" person means a person whose primary communication is speech reading and spoken English.
X. "Qualified interpreter" means an interpreter meeting the requirements of this chapter.
Source.
2001, 232:1, eff. July 1, 2001. 2021, 86:4, eff. Jan. 1, 2022.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-I - Interpreters for the Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing › Section 326-I:3 - Board of Licensing for Interpreters for the Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing; Administrative Attachment.

326-I:3 Board of Licensing for Interpreters for the Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing;  Administrative Attachment. –
I. There shall be a board of licensing for interpreters for the deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing, each member to be appointed by the governor, with the approval of the council.
II. The board shall consist of 9 members as follows:
(a) Four licensed interpreters, at least 2 of whom hold national certification, from names submitted by the New Hampshire Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf in conjunction with the New Hampshire Association of the Deaf.
(b) Five consumers, including 3 deaf or deafblind persons from names submitted by the New Hampshire Association of the Deaf, one consumer of oral interpreting services, and a non-deaf member of the public not licensed under this chapter.
III. No member of the board shall serve concurrently in an elected, appointed, or employed position in any other state-level organization representing interpreters for the deaf, deafblind, or hard of hearing if it would present a direct conflict of interest.
IV. (a) Appointments to the board shall be for 3 years, except that one of the initial interpreter members and one of the initial consumer members shall serve one-year terms, and one of the initial interpreter members and one of the initial consumer members shall serve 2-year terms. A member shall hold office until a successor has been appointed and qualified. No member may serve more than 2 consecutive terms. Initial interpreter member appointments to the board shall be required to be licensed under this chapter, as of January 1, 2003.
(b) The governor and council may remove any member of the board for malfeasance, misfeasance, or nonfeasance pertaining to the duties of the board.
(c) The board shall review and take action on all applications for licensure, renewal, and reinstatement licenses for interpreters for the deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing.
V. Members of the board shall receive mileage incurred while conducting the business of the board.
VI. A quorum of the board shall be 5 members.
VII. The board shall be an administratively attached agency, under RSA 21-G:10, to the department of education.
Source.
2001, 232:1. 2006, 31:1, eff. July 1, 2006. 2021, 86:2, 5, eff. Jan. 1, 2022.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-I - Interpreters for the Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing › Section 326-I:4 - Powers and Duties of the Board.

326-I:4 Powers and Duties of the Board. –
The powers and duties of the board include:
I. Accepting applications for licensure under this chapter, and approving or denying such applications.
II. Approving and enforcing performance requirements, including education and examination standards, for interpreters for the deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing.
III. Suspending or revoking licenses and conducting investigations and hearings regarding the denial, suspension, revocation, and renewal of licenses.
IV. Adopting a code of professional conduct for licensees.
V. Renewing licenses for interpreters for the deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing.
VI. Maintaining a directory of all licensed interpreters for the deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing. The directory shall be updated, published, and shall be offered for sale to the public at a fee to be equal to the cost of reproduction.
VII. Accepting written complaints from the public against licensees, conducting necessary investigations of such complaints, and publicizing the complaint procedure.
VIII. Accepting funds from federal and other non-state sources to be used for the purposes of this chapter.
IX. Cooperating with the New Hampshire Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf, the New Hampshire Association of the Deaf, the Association of Late Deafened Adults (ALDA), Northeast Deaf and Hard of Hearing Services, Inc., the department of education, division of vocational rehabilitation, and interpreting organizations to provide access to the services of interpreters to persons communicating with deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing persons.
X. Reporting to the governor and council annually on the activities conducted under this chapter.
Source.
2001, 232:1, eff. July 1, 2001. 2021, 86:2, 6, eff. Jan. 1, 2022.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-I - Interpreters for the Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing › Section 326-I:5 - Rulemaking.

326-I:5 Rulemaking. –
The board shall adopt rules, pursuant to RSA 541-A, relative to:
I. The form and content of license applications authorized in RSA 326-I:7, II. For licensed interpreters such rules shall include application criteria including proof of an approved valid credential.
II. License and application fees, renewal fees, and any other fees required under this chapter which shall be sufficient to produce estimated revenues equal to 125 percent of the direct operating expenses of the board for the previous fiscal year.
III. The conditions under which an applicant from another jurisdiction may be issued a license.
IV. Requirements for continuing professional education and competency of interpreters for the deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing.
V. The contents of the code of professional conduct, and the application of the code to the provision of services by interpreters.
VI. Expiration of licenses.
VII. The conduct of investigations and hearings under this chapter, consistent with due process requirements.
VIII. Procedural and substantive requirements for assessing, compromising, and collecting administrative fines as authorized by RSA 326-I:14, III.
Source.
2001, 232:1, eff. July 1, 2001. 2021, 86:2, 7, 8, eff. Jan. 1, 2022.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-I - Interpreters for the Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing › Section 326-I:6 - Application for Licensure.

326-I:6 Application for Licensure. –
An application for licensure under this chapter shall be filed with the board in such form and detail as required in accordance with rules adopted under RSA 541-A, shall be duly signed and verified, and shall be available for public inspection.
Source.
2001, 232:1, eff. July 1, 2001.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-I - Interpreters for the Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing › Section 326-I:7 - Licensure Required; Exemptions.

326-I:7 Licensure Required;  Exemptions. –
I. No person shall receive remuneration as an interpreter for the deaf, deafblind, or hard of hearing or represent oneself as an interpreter for the deaf, deafblind, or hard of hearing in this state after January 1, 2003, unless such person is licensed in accordance with the provisions of this chapter.
II. The board shall license each applicant who satisfies the requirements of the board, including a valid credential recognized by the board. Upon payment of a license fee, the board shall issue to such person a certificate of licensure which shall be evidence of the right to practice as an interpreter for the deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing.
III. The following persons shall be exempt from the license requirements of this chapter:
(a) Nonresident interpreters legally certified or legally trained by a board recognized body when working in legal settings, provided that such interpreter shall be subject to disciplinary proceedings of the board.
(b) Interpreters for the deaf, deafblind and hard of hearing working in religious settings.
(c) Interpreters working in emergency situations where the parties determine that the delay to obtain a licensed interpreter is likely to cause injury or loss.
(d) Students exempted under RSA 326-I:8.
(e) Interpreters employed by a school district for a K-12 program.
(f) Court reporters licensed under RSA 310-A:161-RSA 310-A:181 while employed as court reporters as defined in RSA 310-A:162, II.
(g) Interpreters holding a valid credential from a board recognized body who are representatives from a critical shortage area (any area that is currently underrepresented in the licensed pool) provided that such interpreter shall be subject to disciplinary proceedings of the board.
(h) An individual interpreting between a pair of signed languages for which there is no existing certification, provided that such interpreter shall be subject to disciplinary proceedings of the board.
IV. The recipient of services shall have the right to apply to the department of education for, and to receive, a waiver in writing from using a licensed interpreter.
Source.
2001, 232:1. 2006, 31:3; 76:21. 2007, 300:2, eff. July 1, 2007. 2021, 86:9, eff. Jan. 1, 2022.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-I - Interpreters for the Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing › Section 326-I:8 - Persons or Practices Affected.

326-I:8 Persons or Practices Affected. –
I. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to prohibit a student enrolled in a school or courses in interpreting for the deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing from interpreting for the deaf which is incidental to a course of study of supervised field work.
II. Nothing in this chapter shall prohibit persons registered or otherwise licensed in this state under any other law from engaging in the practice for which they are registered or licensed.
Source.
2001, 232:1, eff. July 1, 2001. 2021, 86:2, eff. Jan. 1, 2022.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-I - Interpreters for the Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing › Section 326-I:9 - License Requirements; Fees.

326-I:9 License Requirements;  Fees. –
I. To be eligible for licensure by the board as an interpreter for the deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing, an applicant shall:
(a) Be at least 18 years of age and make application to the board, upon a form prescribed by the board.
(b) Pay to the board the appropriate license application fee.
(c) Possess the minimum standards of performance and training pursuant to rules adopted by the board under RSA 541-A and RSA 326-I:5.
(d) Demonstrate sufficient evidence of good professional character and reliability to satisfy the board that the applicant shall faithfully and conscientiously avoid professional misconduct and otherwise adhere to the requirements of this chapter.
(e) If applicable, submit proof of licensure in another state in which the licensure requirements are equivalent to or greater than those in this chapter.
II. (a) A license shall be restored after a period of nonrenewal of less than 2 years, if the person pays to the board a restoration fee consisting of the current renewal fee plus any late fee established by rules adopted by the board pursuant to RSA 541-A and submits such evidence of continued professional competence and eligibility for licensure as the board may require.
(b) Any person who fails to renew a license within 3 years after its expiration date may apply for and obtain a new license upon meeting the requirements of this chapter and paying to the board the appropriate fee.
Source.
2001, 232:1, eff. July 1, 2001. 2021, 86:10, eff. Jan. 1, 2022.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-I - Interpreters for the Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing › Section 326-I:10 - Persons From Other Jurisdictions; Licensure.

326-I:10 Persons From Other Jurisdictions;  Licensure. –
The board may waive licensure requirements for an applicant who is licensed by another jurisdiction where the requirements for licensure are greater than or equal to those required in this state.
Source.
2001, 232:1, eff. July 1, 2001.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-I - Interpreters for the Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing › Section 326-I:11 - Prohibited Acts.

326-I:11 Prohibited Acts. –
No person shall:
I. Practice as an interpreter for the deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing after January 1, 2003 without holding a license issued pursuant to this chapter.
II. Fail to comply with an order of the board issued pursuant to this chapter.
III. Fail to comply with a rule adopted pursuant to this chapter.
Source.
2001, 232:1, eff. July 1, 2001. 2021, 86:2, eff. Jan. 1, 2022.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-I - Interpreters for the Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing › Section 326-I:12 - Reinstatement After Suspension.

326-I:12 Reinstatement After Suspension. –
An interpreter for the deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing seeking reinstatement of a suspended license shall submit the following to the board:
I. A written request to the board explaining the appropriateness of reinstatement of the license or registration.
II. The required license or application fee.
III. Evidence of competency to practice as established by the board, which shall include continuing education or training, passage of an examination, and practice under the supervision of another licensed interpreter for a period of time set by the board.
Source.
2001, 232:1, eff. July 1, 2001. 2021, 86:2, eff. Jan. 1, 2022.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-I - Interpreters for the Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing › Section 326-I:13 - License Renewal.

326-I:13 License Renewal. –
A license issued by the board shall expire on the September 1 following 3 years from the date of issuance. Every person licensed under this chapter who wishes to renew a license shall, on or before the expiration date, pay a fee for renewal of license to the board. The board shall notify each person licensed under this chapter of the date of expiration of such person's license and the renewal fee required. The notice shall be mailed to such person's last known address as provided to the board at least 60 days in advance of the expiration of such license. Renewals are contingent upon demonstration of the licensee satisfying the requirements of this chapter.
Source.
2001, 232:1. 2006, 31:2, eff. July 1, 2006. 2021, 86:11, eff. Jan. 1, 2022.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-I - Interpreters for the Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing › Section 326-I:14 - Disciplinary Actions.

326-I:14 Disciplinary Actions. –
I. The board may undertake disciplinary proceedings:
(a) Upon its own initiative; or
(b) Upon written complaint of any person which charges that a person licensed by the board, or an unlicensed person under RSA 326-I:7, III(a), III(g), or III(h) or RSA 326-I:7, IV, has committed misconduct under paragraph II and which specifies the grounds for the misconduct.
II. Misconduct sufficient to support disciplinary proceedings under this section shall include:
(a) The practice of fraud or deceit in procuring or attempting to procure a license to practice under this chapter.
(b) Conviction of any crime which demonstrates unfitness to practice as an interpreter for the deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing.
(c) Violation of the standards adopted under RSA 326-I:4, II and IV, including violations which demonstrate exceeding the level of the licensee's skills commensurate with his or her experience or training.
(d) Demonstrable gross incompetence of the licensee.
(e) Addiction to the use of alcohol or other habit-forming drugs to a degree which renders the licensee unfit to practice under this chapter.
(f) A legal finding of mental incompetence.
(g) Willful or repeated violation of the provisions of this chapter.
(h) Suspension or revocation without subsequent reinstatement of a license, similar to one issued under this chapter, in another jurisdiction.
III. (a) The board may take disciplinary action in any one or more of the following ways:
(1) By public or private reprimand.
(2) By suspension, limitation, or restriction of license.
(3) By revocation of license.
(4) By assessing an administrative fine.
(5) By requiring the person to participate in a program of continuing education supervision, or treatment in the area the person is deficient.
(6) By removing an exemption for an unlicensed person under RSA 326-I:7.
(b) Disciplinary action taken under this paragraph may be ordered by the board in a decision made after a hearing in the manner provided by the rules adopted by the board and reviewed in accordance with RSA 541.
(c) No person licensed under this chapter shall continue to practice as an interpreter for the deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing while the person's license is suspended or revoked.
IV. At any time, the parties in a complaint, with the cooperation of the board, may refer a matter to conflict resolution or mediation services, provided that any proposed resolution of a complaint shall be subject to the approval of the board.
Source.
2001, 232:1, eff. July 1, 2001. 2021, 86:2, 12, 13, eff. Jan. 1, 2022.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-I - Interpreters for the Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing › Section 326-I:15 - Hearings; Exception.

326-I:15 Hearings;  Exception. –
I. The board shall take no disciplinary action without a hearing. At least 14 days prior to hearing, both parties to a disciplinary proceeding shall be served, either personally or by registered mail, with a written copy of the complaint filed and notice of the time and place for hearing. All complaints shall be objectively received and fairly heard by the board, but no complaint shall be acted upon unless in writing or formally presented to the board. A hearing shall be held on all formal complaints received by the board within one year of the date notice of a complaint was received by the accused, unless otherwise agreed to by the parties. Official notice of all disciplinary decisions made by the board shall be given to both parties to the proceeding upon their issuance.
II. When an action by a licensed interpreter does not violate the Code of Professional Conduct but has an adverse consequence to a recipient of services and/or is not standard practice, an involved participant or a concerned third party may file a complaint with the board which asks for the board to provide conflict resolution or mediation services between the parties. To accept, investigate, and act on such a filing, a majority of present board members must agree there is an opportunity for resolution that will result in an improvement of interpreting services. In these instances, there will be no possible suspension or revocation of the interpreter's license, nor shall the board be required to hold a hearing.
Source.
2001, 232:1. 2014, 34:12, eff. Jan. 1, 2015. 2021, 86:14, eff. Jan. 1, 2022.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-I - Interpreters for the Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing › Section 326-I:16 - Display of License.

326-I:16 Display of License. –
Any person who has been issued a license under this chapter shall conspicuously display such license to a client or consumer upon request when acting as an interpreter for the deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing.
Source.
2001, 232:1, eff. July 1, 2001. 2021, 86:2, eff. Jan. 1, 2022.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-I - Interpreters for the Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing › Section 326-I:17 - Record; Directory.

326-I:17 Record;  Directory. –
The board shall maintain a record of its proceedings under this chapter and a directory of all persons licensed under this chapter. The directory shall list the name and last known contact information for each licensee, and may include such other information as the board deems necessary.
Source.
2001, 232:1, eff. July 1, 2001. 2021, 86:15, eff. Jan. 1, 2022.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-I - Interpreters for the Deaf, Deafblind, and Hard of Hearing › Section 326-I:18 - Penalties.

326-I:18 Penalties. –
I. Any person who shall practice or attempt to practice as an interpreter for the deaf, deafblind and hard of hearing in this state without a license and without a waiver under RSA 326-I:7, IV shall be guilty of a class A misdemeanor if a natural person or guilty of a felony if any other person.
II. Any person who violates any other provision of this chapter or any rule adopted by the board under this chapter, or who knowingly makes a false statement in an application for licensure or in response to any inquiry of the board shall be guilty of a violation. Upon conviction of a second or subsequent violation under this chapter, the person shall be guilty of a class A misdemeanor and may, in addition, be subject to a civil penalty of up to $2,000 per offense or, in the case of a continuing offense, $250 for each day the violation continues.
Source.
2001, 232:1. 2006, 76:11, eff. July 1, 2006. 2021, 86:16, eff. Jan. 1, 2022.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-J - Recreational Therapists › Section 326-J:1-a - Advisory Board Established.

326-J:1-a Advisory Board Established. –
I. The executive director shall establish an advisory board of recreational therapists consisting of 3 members, who shall be licensed recreational therapists. Each member shall be appointed to a term of 3 years. No member shall serve more than 2 consecutive full terms. The advisory board shall advise the executive director regarding the implementation of this chapter.
II. The executive director, in consultation with the advisory board, shall adopt rules pursuant to RSA 541-A relative to the practice of recreational therapy, including rules regarding the procedure for granting, revoking, and reinstating a license.
Source.
2022, 72:5, eff. July 19, 2022.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-J - Recreational Therapists › Section 326-J:2 - Evaluation and Treatment Authorization.

326-J:2 Evaluation and Treatment Authorization. –
I. Consultation and evaluation by a recreational therapist may be performed without a referral. Initiation of recreational therapy services to individuals with medically-related conditions shall be based on a referral from any qualified health care professional who, within the scope of the professional's licensure, is authorized to refer for health care services.
II. Prevention, wellness, education, adaptive sports and recreation, and related services shall not require a referral.
Source.
2006, 220:1, eff. July 1, 2007.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-J - Recreational Therapists › Section 326-J:3 - Prohibition on Unauthorized Practice; Professional Identification.

326-J:3 Prohibition on Unauthorized Practice;  Professional Identification. –
I. No person shall practice or hold oneself out as being able to practice recreational therapy or provide recreational therapy services in this state unless the person is licensed under this chapter and RSA 328-F. Nothing in this paragraph shall be construed to prohibit students enrolled in approved schools or courses in recreational therapy from performing recreational therapy that is incidental to their respective courses of study or supervised work. The executive director, in consultation with the advisory board, shall adopt rules under RSA 541-A relative to schools or courses allowing students to practice under this paragraph.
II. Licensed recreational therapists may use the letters "TR," "TRS," and "CTRS/L" in connection with their name or place of business.
III. A person or business entity, its employees, agents, or representatives shall not use in conjunction with that person's name or the activity of the business the words therapeutic recreation specialist, therapeutic recreation, recreational therapy, recreational therapist, recreation therapy, recreation therapist, the letters "CTRS," "TRS," or "TR," or any other words, abbreviations, or insignia indicating or implying directly or indirectly that recreational therapy is provided or supplied, including the billing of services labeled as recreational therapy, unless such services are provided under the direction of a recreational therapy specialist licensed pursuant to this chapter. A person or entity that violates this paragraph is guilty of a violation for the first offense and guilty of a misdemeanor for any subsequent offense.
Source.
2006, 220:1, eff. July 1, 2007. 2022, 72:6, eff. July 19, 2022.
2023 New Hampshire Revised Statutes › Title XXX - Occupations and Professions › Chapter 326-J - Recreational Therapists › Section 326-J:4 - Coercion Prohibited.

326-J:4 Coercion Prohibited. –
No person shall coerce a licensed recreational therapist into compromising client safety by requiring the licensed recreational therapist to delegate activities or tasks if the licensed recreational therapist determines that it is inappropriate to do so. Licensed recreational therapists shall not be subject to disciplinary action by the executive director for refusing to delegate activities or tasks or refusing to provide the required training for delegation if the licensed recreational therapist determines that the delegation may compromise client safety.
Source.
2006, 220:1, eff. July 1, 2007. 2022, 72:7, eff. July 19, 2022.