This concurrent resolution proposes a constitutional amendment in New Hampshire that mandates candidates for the offices of governor, state senator, and state representative to be citizens of the United States. The amendment seeks to revise Articles 14, 29, and 42 of the state constitution to explicitly include this citizenship requirement, ensuring that all individuals running for these offices meet this criterion. The proposed changes also maintain existing residency requirements for candidates, such as being an inhabitant of the state for a specified period prior to the election.
The resolution outlines the process for submitting this amendment to the voters during the state general election in November 2026. It directs local officials to include a question on the ballot asking voters whether they support the amendment, which will require a two-thirds majority approval to take effect. If adopted, this amendment will establish a clear constitutional requirement for citizenship for candidates seeking these key political positions in New Hampshire.