This bill aims to limit conflicts of interest and prevent excessive concentration of power among municipal board and committee members by establishing specific restrictions on the offices that individuals can hold simultaneously. The bill repeals and reenacts RSA 669:7, introducing new limitations that prohibit individuals from holding multiple specified municipal offices, such as selectman, treasurer, or auditor, at the same time. It also restricts certain positions, such as town clerks and full-time municipal employees, from serving in other elected or appointed roles that could lead to conflicts of interest. Additionally, the bill clarifies that no person may file for candidacy for incompatible offices simultaneously and outlines provisions for the transfer of information and clerical assistance between offices.

Furthermore, the bill includes a provision that allows current members of boards and committees holding conflicting positions to remain in their roles until the next elections, ensuring a smooth transition to the new regulations. The effective date of the act is set to be upon passage. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance transparency and accountability in municipal governance by clearly delineating the roles and responsibilities of elected and appointed officials.