Governor Hassan's Statement on Signing House Bill 1138

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Governor Maggie Hassan issued the following statement after today signing House Bill 1138, relative to access to investigational drugs, biological products, and devices:

"Every citizen, regardless of circumstance, deserves the opportunity to enjoy the high quality of life we are known for in New Hampshire, and we must do everything that we can to ensure that our terminally ill citizens have ample means to continue sharing in it as well. By allowing eligible terminally ill patients access to investigational drugs, biological products and devices when there are no other U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved treatment options available, House Bill 1138 will increase options for terminally ill patients that can improve and potentially save their lives. This bipartisan bill is a compassionate policy that can make a real difference in people's lives, and I am proud to sign it into law."

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