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NH SB451

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/26/2026

Primary Sponsor

James Gray

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Renames the "senior deputy secretary of state" position to "special deputy secretary of state" under RSA 5:2-a
  • Updates gendered language from "him" to "them" when referring to the deputy's duties and functions
  • Maintains existing limitation that the special deputy may serve for no more than 90 days in any one fiscal year
  • Special deputy retains authority to exercise delegated duties with the same validity as if performed by the secretary of state
  • Takes effect 60 days after passage

Legislative Description

Amending the title of the position of senior deputy secretary of state.

Last Action

Public Hearing: 03/18/2026 11:20 am GP 231

3/10/2026

Committee Referrals

Executive Departments and Administration2/26/2026
Executive Departments and Administration11/21/2025

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