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NH CACR26
CA
Status
12/1/2025
Primary Sponsor
Heath Howard
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AI Summary
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Amends Article 51 of the New Hampshire Constitution to add the phrase "unless otherwise voted by the Executive Council" to the governor's commander-in-chief powers over state military forces
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Allows the Executive Council to vote to prevent the governor from exercising powers to train, instruct, call forth, or govern the state militia and National Guard
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Requires the proposed constitutional amendment to be placed on the November 2026 general election ballot for voter approval
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Amendment would take effect if approved by two-thirds of voters on the question, followed by the governor's proclamation of adoption
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Sponsored by Rep. H. Howard (Straf. 4) and Rep. Tom Mannion (Hills. 1), referred to Executive Departments and Administration Committee
Legislative Description
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
3/4/2026