This bill amends current law regarding vacancies in state offices, specifically focusing on the state house of representatives and other positions. It repeals and reenacts RSA 661:8, which outlines the process for filling vacancies in the offices of executive councilor and state senator. The new language specifies that if a vacancy occurs, it must be filled according to the state constitution, with the governor or the governor and council declaring a special election within 21 days. However, it also establishes that no special election shall be held after March 15 of the second year of the biennium.

Additionally, the bill amends RSA 661:10 to include new provisions regarding vacancies in the office of state representative and delegate to a state party convention. The key change is the insertion of language stating that if a vacancy occurs in these positions, it shall not be filled, effectively leaving such vacancies unfilled. The bill is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 661:10
HB1396 text: 661:10