CACR30

Relating to the public utilities commissioners.

Introduced·12/18/25
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Proposing a constitutional amendment to elect public utilities commissioners in New Hampshire.

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to change the method of selecting public utilities commissioners in New Hampshire. Currently, commissioners are appointed by the governor and executive council. The amendment, if passed, would require commissioners to be elected by voters starting in 2028, serving six-year terms. The amendment will be put to a vote in the 2026 general election, needing a two-thirds majority to be adopted. If approved, it would become effective upon proclamation by the governor.

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Calendar

Feb 17

10:00 AM

Election Law Public Hearing

Feb 17

1:40 PM

Election Law Executive Session

History

Mar 5

House

Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 03/05/2026 House Journal 6 P. 13

Feb 26

House

Committee Report: Inexpedient to Legislate 02/03/2026 (Vote 15-0; Consent Calendar) House Calendar 9 P. 12

Feb 17

House

Executive Session: 02/17/2026 01:40 pm GP 158