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HB1838

Establishing a voter-owned elections fund and commission and raising vehicle registration fees.

Introduced·12/18/25
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Establishes a voter-owned elections fund and commission for executive councilor elections in New Hampshire.

New Hampshire HB1838 establishes a voter-owned elections fund and commission to provide public financing for executive councilor elections. The fund will receive contributions from various sources, including vehicle registration fees and voluntary donations. The commission will manage the fund, evaluate strategies for soliciting donations, and implement the public financing system. Participating candidates must meet specific qualifying contribution requirements and adhere to contribution limits.

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Calendar

Feb 3

10:10 AM

Election Law Executive Session

Jan 27

10:10 AM

Election Law Executive Session

History

Feb 19

House

Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 02/19/2026 House Journal 5 P. 70

Feb 11

House

Majority Committee Report: Inexpedient to Legislate 02/03/2026 (Vote 10-7; Regular Calendar) House Calendar 7 P. 32

Feb 11

House

Minority Committee Report: Ought to Pass