The proposed Concurrent Resolution (CACR) seeks to amend the New Hampshire Constitution to ensure that district boundaries are drawn without favoring or disfavoring any political party or candidate. This amendment will modify Article 11 of the second part of the constitution, which currently does not address the redistricting process. The new provisions will mandate that when forming representative districts, the boundaries of towns, wards, and unincorporated places must be preserved and contiguous, and that no voting records or information regarding party affiliation, candidates, or incumbents can be utilized in the redistricting process.
If approved by voters in the November 2026 general election, the amendment will take effect upon the governor's proclamation, provided it receives a two-thirds majority vote. The resolution also directs local selectmen to include a question on the ballot regarding the proposed amendment, allowing voters to express their support or opposition. The goal of this amendment is to promote fairness and impartiality in the drawing of electoral district boundaries, thereby enhancing the integrity of the electoral process in New Hampshire.