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CACR11

Relating to sheriffs. Providing that there shall be no age limitation for a person to hold the office of county sheriff.

Chamber Passed·3/27/26

Removes age limitation for county sheriff positions in New Hampshire.

New Hampshire CACR11 removes the age limitation for individuals holding the office of county sheriff. This bill ensures that age is no longer a barrier for those seeking to serve as county sheriffs, allowing more flexibility in selecting qualified candidates. The change applies to all county sheriff positions within the state.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

199 Yea

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157 Nay

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13 Not Voting

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24 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 8

10:00 AM

Criminal Justice and Public Safety Public Hearing

Apr 8

10:00 AM

Criminal Justice and Public Safety Executive Session

History

Apr 23

House

Ought to Pass: Motion Failed Regular Calendar 199-157 Lacking Necessary Three-Fifths Vote 04/23/2026 House Journal 11 P. 25

Apr 15

House

Majority Committee Report: Ought to Pass 04/08/2026 (Vote 7-5; Regular Calendar)

Apr 15

House

Minority Committee Report: Inexpedient to Legislate