Signed by Governor Ayotte 06/11/2026; Chapter 129; eff. I. Sec 2 eff 1/1/28 II. Rem eff 6/11/26
Summary
The bill adds a ten‑day window after the regular candidate filing deadline during which party chairs can file nominations for any office that received no candidate filing. It applies to political organizations and the Secretary of State, giving parties more time to field candidates. The change aims to ensure parties can present a full slate of candidates even if the initial filing period passes without a nominee.
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