NH
New Hampshire House Bill HB1170

New Hampshire 2022 Regular Session

New Hampshire House Bill HB1170

Introduced
11/17/21  
Refer
11/17/21  
Report Pass
3/4/22  
Engrossed
3/22/22  
Refer
3/22/22  

Caption

Limiting the authority of New Hampshire delegates to policymaking conventions.

Impact

The introduction of this bill would serve to centralize authority regarding delegates at interstate conventions, preventing individuals who currently hold positions in the federal government from serving as delegates. This provision aims to shield the decision-making process at such conventions from potential federal conflicts of interest and enhances the state's legislative oversight, ensuring that any proposed amendments or policies align with state interests. This change could significantly influence how New Hampshire engages in interstate policymaking and the types of proposals that are considered.

Summary

House Bill 1170 is a legislative proposal aimed at defining and limiting the authority of New Hampshire delegates to policymaking conventions. The bill establishes specific procedures for the selection of these delegates, ensuring that they are appointed by the New Hampshire legislature itself. It also emphasizes that delegates may only act within the scope granted by the legislature, particularly during interstate conventions, thereby enhancing state control over delegational powers that can impact federal or state laws.

Contention

Debate surrounding HB 1170 may focus on the balance between state authority and the need for broader cooperation among states during interstate conventions. Critics may argue that such limitations could hinder New Hampshire's ability to participate effectively in collaborative policymaking processes or potentially isolate its legislative actions. Conversely, supporters will likely contend that safeguarding state authority over delegates is crucial to maintaining proper governance and preventing unauthorized amendments from being considered at these conventions.

Latest HB1170 Activity

Companion Bills

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Previously Filed As

NH HB269

Relative to limiting the authority of New Hampshire delegates to policymaking conventions.

NH HB392

Relative to constitutional convention procedures for delegates.

NH HB264

Relative to delegates to an Article V convention.

NH CACR23

The New Hampshire constitution. Providing that all references to persons in the New Hampshire constitution be gender-neutral.

NH HB55

Apportioning delegates to state party conventions, and relative to the form for declarations of candidacy for delegates to state party conventions.

NH SB159

Providing procedure for WV to select delegates to Article V Convention

NH HB2931

Convention of states; delegation; oath

NH SB115

Providing procedure for WV to select delegates to Article V Convention

NH HB1678

Establishing a New Hampshire farm to school local food incentive pilot program.

NH HB1346

Establishing a commission to study the New Hampshire family court system.

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Relative to the establishment of decentralized autonomous organizations as legal entities within the state.

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Prohibiting the university system and community college systems of New Hampshire from charging out-of-state tuition to students voting in New Hampshire.

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Relative to limiting the authority of New Hampshire delegates to policymaking conventions.

MA H3810

Dissolving the Hampshire County Regional Housing Authority and incorporating its functions into the Northampton Housing Authority

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Relative to establishing a New Hampshire-Ireland trade council.

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Establishing a New Hampshire innovation program in the department of business and economic affairs and making an annual appropriation therefor.

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Establishing a commission to study energy saving weatherization programs.

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