SB 561 Promotes Better, More Affordable Care Through Innovation

by NH Senator Denise Ricciardi THE HIGH COST of all access to health care is a major concern for many working families and small businesses. That is why I introduced SB 561. Decades ago, the concept of prior authorization, or pre-certification, emerged to curb...

SB 561 Will Streamline Insurance Authorization

State Sen. Denise Ricciardi, R-Bedford secured stakeholder approval for her bill to streamline the process for patients and providers needing prior authorization before a medical procedure (SB 561). Senator Denise Ricciardi for NH Senate 9, representing Bedford,...

On Passage of SB 580

Senator Denise Ricciardi for NH Senate 9 (R-Bedford) issued the following statement on the passing of SB 580-FN, relative to establishing a noise barrier on Teaberry Lane in Bedford: “This bipartisan solution creates a new funding stream to construct noise barriers in...

Greenfield Meetinghouse

I was pleased to help the restoration of the Greenfield Meetinghouse through the Charitable Gaming program which raises money to help causes such as...

Memorial School Students Visit the Senate

One of the best parts of being a state senator is welcoming the fourth graders at the Statehouse. This past week I enjoyed hosting students from the Bedford Memorial School who visited me for a tour of Senate Chambers. These are the little extra things that make my...

Wreath-Laying Ceremony

As we take stock of our blessings this holiday season, our fallen soldiers who sacrificed everything in the name of our freedoms must be top of mind. Grateful to Wreaths Across America and the New Hampshire Daughters of the American Revolution for hosting the...

Ricciardi Commended as Policy Leader by BIA

Senator Ricciardi was recently commended by the BIA as one of 9 Policy Leaders in recognition of her commitment to pro-economic growth policies and solutions during the 2023 session. Please see the letter below and the video of the full report here. From the BIA:...

Ricciardi Raises Funds for Bedford Historical Society

The best part of my position as State Senator is helping my constituents and my community. Through our charitable gaming, I was able to help raise funds for the Bedford Historical Society. The mission of the Bedford Historical Society is to collect and preserve the...