This bill aims to preserve the integrity of petitioned warrant articles by prohibiting amendments that alter their intended purpose. Specifically, it amends RSA 40:13, IV(c) to state that no warrant article can be amended to eliminate its subject matter or to change the purpose of a petitioned warrant article. However, it clarifies that amendments which only adjust the dollar amount of an appropriation within a warrant article are not considered violations of this provision.

The bill introduces new legal language that emphasizes the protection of the original intent behind petitioned warrant articles, ensuring that their purpose remains intact throughout the amendment process. The effective date of this act is set for 60 days following its passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 40:13