New Hampshire 2026 Session Status: Introduced Bipartisan · 1 D · 1 R cosponsors

CACR 26 — the powers of the governor. the governor shall not call up the national guard without the approval of the executive council.

Last action — Minority Committee Report: Ought to Pass

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
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    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced December 01, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Prognosis

Stalled 26% · moderate confidence

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Odds of enactment

Low

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  • Introduced

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 2 sponsors

    1 primary, 1 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Bipartisan support

    Sponsored across 2 parties (1 D · 1 R) — cross-party backing.

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Summary

the powers of the governor. the governor shall not call up the national guard without the approval of the executive council.

Bill Text

How this bill changes current law

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This concurrent resolution proposes an amendment to the New Hampshire Constitution to require Executive Council approval for the governor to call up the National Guard.

  • Article 51

    [Art.] 5l. [Powers and Duties of Governor as Commander-in-Chief.] The governor of this state for the time being, shall be commander-in-chief of all the military forces of the state; and shall have full power, by himself or by any chief commander, or other officer or officers, unless otherwise voted by the Executive Council, from time to time, to train, instruct, exercise and govern the militia; to call forth the militia and to put in warlike posture the inhabitants of the state; to execute the laws of the state and of the United States; to suppress insurrection and to repel invasion; and, in fine, the governor is hereby entrusted with all other powers incident to the office of commander in chief to be exercised agreeably to the rules and regulations of the constitution and the laws of the land. → [Art.] 5l. [Powers and Duties of Governor as Commander-in-Chief.] The governor of this state for the time being, shall be commander-in-chief of all the military forces of the state; and shall have full power, by himself or by any chief commander, or other officer or officers, **without the approval of the executive council,** to train, instruct, exercise and govern the militia; to call forth the militia and to put in warlike posture the inhabitants of the state; to execute the laws of the state and of the United States; to suppress insurrection and to repel invasion; and, in fine, the governor is hereby entrusted with all other powers incident to the office of commander in chief to be exercised agreeably to the rules and regulations of the constitution and the laws of the land.

    This change limits the governor's ability to call up the National Guard without Executive Council approval.

Action History

  1. Minority Committee Report: Ought to Pass

  2. Majority Committee Report: Inexpedient to Legislate 03/03/2026 (Vote 13-3; RC) HC 10 P. 87

  3. Executive Session: 03/03/2026 01:00 pm GP 159

  4. Public Hearing: 02/04/2026 01:30 pm GP 231

  5. Introduced 01/07/2026 and referred to Executive Departments and Administration HJ 1 P. 41

Sponsors

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1 sponsors · 1 co-sponsors · 413 not signed on

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Not signed on (413)

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Frequently asked questions

What does CACR 26 do?
the powers of the governor. the governor shall not call up the national guard without the approval of the executive council.
Who sponsors CACR 26?
CACR 26 is sponsored by Heath Howard (Democrat) and Tom Mannion (Republican).
What is the current status of CACR 26?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced December 01, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
Where can I track CACR 26?
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