HB1689

Relative to the term of office for county officers in Belknap and Merrimack counties.

Chamber Passed·2/9/26

New Hampshire HB1689 changes the election terms for county officers in Belknap and Merrimack counties to four years.

New Hampshire HB1689 amends RSA 653:1, V to change the election terms for county officers in Belknap and Merrimack counties. Starting from the 2022 state general election, county officers in these counties will be elected for a four-year term instead of the previous two-year term. This change applies to the county attorney, sheriff, treasurer, register of deeds, and register of probate. The bill also includes provisions for temporary vacancies and the appointment of a county attorney if the elected officer is absent or unable to serve.

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  • Implementation
  • Impact
  • Legal Framework
  • Critical Issues

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 65–287 · Feb 9
Current
The Senate
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Concur

65 Yea

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287 Nay

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27 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 17

9:15 AM

Election Law and Municipal Affairs Hearing

Jan 13

9:50 AM

Municipal and County Government Public Hearing

History

Apr 9

House

House Concurs with Senate Amendment 2026-1204s (Rep. Pauer): Motion Failed Regular Calendar 65-287 04/09/2026 House Journal 10 P. 8

Apr 9

House

House Non-Concurs with Senate Amendment 2026-1204s (Rep. Sweeney): Motion Adopted Voice Vote 04/09/2026 House Journal 10 P. 10

Mar 23

Senate

Ought to Pass with Amendment #2026-1204s, Motion Adopted, Voice Vote; OT3rdg; 03/26/2026; Senate Journal 7