HB1381

Extending the time of the party filing period.

Complete·6/22/26

Extends the deadline for filing candidacy declarations in New Hampshire primary elections.

New Hampshire HB1381 extends the deadline for candidates to file candidacy declarations for primary elections. Specifically, it allows candidates designated by party committees to file their declarations up to 10 business days after the close of the original filing period. This change applies to candidates for governor, councilor, state senator, and state representative positions. The bill also mandates that candidates who have filed for incompatible offices must withdraw their prior filings. This amendment takes effect on January 1, 2028.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 31

2:00 PM

Election Law and Municipal Affairs Hearing

Feb 10

11:00 AM

Election Law Executive Session

History

Jun 22

House

Signed by Governor Ayotte 06/11/2026; Chapter 129; eff. I. Sec 2 eff 1/1/28 II. Rem eff 6/11/26

Jun 10

Senate

Enrolled Bill Amendment # 2026-2143e Adopted, Voice Vote, (In recess of 06/04/2026); Senate Journal 14

Jun 10

House

Enrolled Bill Amendment # 2026-2143e: Amendment Adopted Voice Vote 06/04/2026 House Journal 15