HB1247 Requiring the secretary of state to create, post on the secretary of state's website, and otherwise distribute notice of proposed constitutional amendments.
Requiring the secretary of state to create, post on the secretary of state's website, and otherwise distribute notice of proposed constitutional amendments.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Mixed
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
The bill creates minor administrative costs for the Secretary of State and local clerks to produce and display notices, but no direct financial impact on taxpayers or household budgets.
Your Community
Local communities benefit from standardized, accessible information about constitutional amendments, helping voters make informed decisions on significant questions affecting the state.
Your Freedom
The bill enhances voter rights by ensuring broad, early notification of constitutional amendment proposals and directing voters to comprehensive information resources.
Status
Signed by Governor Ayotte 05/28/2026; Chapter 91; eff. 07/27/2026
Sponsor
Robert Wherry (R)
The Short Version
This bill requires the Secretary of State to create and distribute standardized notices about proposed constitutional amendments, and mandates that town and city clerks display these notices prominently for at least 60 days before a statewide vote. The bill aims to improve voter awareness and access to information about constitutional amendment proposals.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ All NH voters, who receive standardized, 60-day advance notice of constitutional amendment votes
- ▲ Voters with limited digital access, who can find notices displayed at town and city clerk offices
- ▲ Informed electorate generally, as the bill improves transparency around constitutional questions
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Secretary of State office, for creating and maintaining notices and webpages
- ▼ Town and city clerks, for displaying notices prominently for 60 days
Bill statuses as of October 7, 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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