HB 1247 — requiring the secretary of state to create, post on the secretary of state's website, and otherwise distribute notice of proposed constitutional amendments.
Last action — Signed by Governor Ayotte 05/28/2026; Chapter 91; eff. 07/27/2026
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6Enacted
This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced December 01, 2025. Enacted.
Signed by Governor Kelly Ayotte (Republican) on June 01, 2026.
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Enacted
Current position in the legislative process.
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6 sponsors
1 primary, 5 co-sponsors signed on.
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Single-party support
Sponsorship is currently within one party (6 R).
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In plain language
Requires the secretary of state to distribute notice of proposed constitutional amendments.
This bill mandates that the secretary of state must create and publicly distribute information about proposed constitutional amendments. It ensures that the public is informed about upcoming changes to the constitution.
Summary
requiring the secretary of state to create, post on the secretary of state's website, and otherwise distribute notice of proposed constitutional amendments.
Bill Text
What changed in the latest version
19 added · 18 removedPlain-language change summary
The revised version of HB 1247 clarifies that the secretary of state must specifically create and post a notice about upcoming constitutional amendment votes, including information on the voting date and where to find more details. This notice will be distinctly titled to reflect whether the amendments are proposed by a convention or the legislature. By ensuring that this information is readily available for at least 60 days prior to voting, the change aims to enhance voter awareness and understanding of constitutional amendments, ultimately fostering informed participation in the democratic process.
CHAPTER 91 HB 1247 - VERSIONFINAL ADOPTEDVERSION BY BOTH BODIES SESSION 26-2739 08/06 HOUSE BILL 1247 AN ACT requiring the secretary of state to create, post on the secretary of state's website, and otherwise distribute notice of proposed constitutional amendments.
CHAPTER 91 HB 1247 - VERSIONFINAL ADOPTEDVERSION BY BOTH BODIES 26-2739 08/06 STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE In the Year of Our Lord Two Thousand Twenty-Six AN ACT requiring the secretary of state to create, post on the secretary of state's website, and otherwise distribute notice of proposed constitutional amendments.
191:1 New Section;
291:2 Effective Date.
Approved:
May 28, 2026 Effective Date:
July 27, 2026
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Action History
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Signed by Governor Ayotte 05/28/2026; Chapter 91; eff. 07/27/2026
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Enrolled (in recess of) 05/14/2026 HJ 13
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Enrolled Adopted, VV, (In recess 05/14/2026); SJ 13
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Ought to Pass: MA, VV; OT3rdg; 04/09/2026; SJ 8
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Committee Report: Ought to Pass, 04/09/2026; Vote 4-0; CC; SC 13
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Hearing: 04/01/2026, Room 103, SH, 01:15 pm; SC 12
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Introduced 03/12/2026 and Referred to Election Law and Municipal Affairs; SJ 7
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Ought to Pass: MA VV 03/11/2026 HJ 7 P. 21
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Committee Report: Ought to Pass 03/03/2026 (Vote 17-0; CC) HC 10 P. 14
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Executive Session: 03/03/2026 10:00 am GP 158
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Public Hearing: 02/03/2026 02:20 pm GP 158
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Introduced 01/07/2026 and referred to Election Law HJ 1 P. 12
Sponsors
- Linda McGrath · Cosponsor
- Mary Murphy · Cosponsor
- Claudine Burnham · Cosponsor
- Clayton Wood · Cosponsor
- Robert Wherry · Primary
- Donald McFarlane · Cosponsor
Sponsorship breakdown
Export CSV (upgrade) →1 sponsors · 5 co-sponsors · 409 not signed on
Sponsors (1)
- Robert Wherry Republican
Co-sponsors (5)
- Linda McGrath Republican
- Mary Murphy Republican
- Claudine Burnham Republican
- Clayton Wood Republican
- Donald McFarlane Republican
Not signed on (409)
409 members have not signed on to this bill.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does HB 1247 do?
- requiring the secretary of state to create, post on the secretary of state's website, and otherwise distribute notice of proposed constitutional amendments.
- Who sponsors HB 1247?
- HB 1247 is sponsored by Linda McGrath (Republican), Mary Murphy (Republican), Claudine Burnham (Republican), Clayton Wood (Republican), Robert Wherry (Republican), and Donald McFarlane (Republican).
- What is the current status of HB 1247?
- This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced December 01, 2025. Enacted.
- Where can I track HB 1247?
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