This bill aims to ensure that the purpose of petitioned warrant articles remains intact by prohibiting any amendments that would 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, while also maintaining flexibility for financial adjustments. The effective date for this act is set to be 60 days following its passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 40:13