This concurrent resolution proposes a constitutional amendment to clarify and affirm the voting rights of legal residents in New Hampshire. It stipulates that all legal residents who are 18 years or older and citizens of the United States shall have the right to vote in the location they claim as their domicile, provided they actually reside there. The amendment aims to ensure that voting eligibility is explicitly tied to both residency and citizenship, while also maintaining existing restrictions on voting rights for individuals convicted of certain offenses.
The proposed amendment will be submitted to the qualified voters of New Hampshire during the state general election in November 2026. If approved by a two-thirds majority, the amendment will take effect upon the governor's proclamation. The resolution also outlines the process for including the amendment question on the ballot, ensuring that voters can clearly express their support or opposition to the changes in voting eligibility as defined by the amendment.