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NH CACR27

CA

Status

Introduced

12/2/2025

Primary Sponsor

Robert Wherry

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Article 4 of Part 2 of the New Hampshire Constitution by removing the exception referencing Article 72-a, which currently limits the General Court's authority to establish courts

  • Grants the General Court sole and unrestricted authority to erect and constitute all courts, judicatories, and courts of record in the state

  • Requires approval by two-thirds of voters in the November 2026 general election for the amendment to take effect

  • The amendment becomes effective upon the governor's proclamation of its adoption following voter approval

Legislative Description

Relating to the authority to establish courtsProvided that the sole authority lies within the general court.

Last Action

Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 03/05/2026 House Journal 6

3/5/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary12/2/2025

Full Bill Text

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