This bill amends RSA 40:13 to allow both the original and amended versions of warrant articles to be voted on consecutively at ballot referenda forms of town meetings. The new legal language specifies that if both versions are approved, the one with the higher percentage of "yes" votes will be adopted. Additionally, if both versions receive the same percentage of "yes" votes, the amended version will be adopted. The bill also introduces a statement that will appear on the ballot, clarifying the voting process for these articles.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the approval process for warrant articles, stating that all articles will be approved by a simple majority unless otherwise specified by law, contract, or written agreement. It also includes a new paragraph that outlines the voting procedure for amended warrant articles, ensuring clarity in the voting process. The effective date of the act is set for 60 days after its passage. The fiscal impact of this bill is expected to be indeterminable, primarily affecting local expenditures due to potential increases in ballot length, administrative adjustments, and voter education efforts.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 40:13