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How do I register a political committee?
To register a NEW committee use the Campaign Finance System or complete the registration form provided below.
Please reach out to SOS for printable versions of these documents below:
- 2022 Political Committee Registration Form (complete on line, print, and mail in)
- Amendment Form
Where can I learn more about Governor Sununu's inaugural committee?
Please reach out to SOS for printable versions of all these documents:
INAUGURAL COMMITTEE 2016: As required by RSA 664:13-a, Governor Christopher T. Sununu has named Paul J. Collins, Jr., PO Box 703, Rye Beach, NH 03871 as Treasurer of The Sununu Inaugural Celebration.
Reports filed: March 10, 2017 | July 10, 2017 | December 6, 2017 | May 8, 2018 | November 6, 2018 | March 10, 2019 (amended) | July 10, 2019 | January 10 2020 | July 10, 2020 | January 10, 2021 | July 10, 2021 | January 10, 2022 | (Addendum 1) | (Addendum 2) | July 10, 2022 .pdf Icon
INAUGURAL COMMITTEE 2018: As required by RSA 664:13-a Governor Christopher T. Sununu has named Paul J. Collins, Jr., PO Box 703, Rye Beach, NH 03871 as Treasurer of The Sununu Inaugural Celebration, Inc. (2018) |
INAUGURAL COMMITTEE 2020: As required by RSA 664:13-a Governor Christopher T. Sununu has named Paul J. Collins, Jr., PO Box 703, Rye Beach, NH 03871 as Treasurer of The Sununu Inaugural Celebration, Inc. (2020)
What are the reporting dates for candidates?
Find out here.
How old do I need to be to run for office in New Hampshire?
GOVERNOR - Must be 30 years of age, a registered voter and domiciled in New Hampshire for at least 7 years.
UNITED STATES SENATOR - Must be 30 years of age, a registered voter in New Hampshire and a United States Citizen for at least 9 years.
UNITED STATES REPRESENTATIVE - To hold the office of United States representative, a person must be qualified as required by Article 1, section 2 of the federal constitution.
EXECUTIVE COUNCILOR - Must be 30 years of age, a registered voter and domiciled in New Hampshire for at least 7 years. Must live in executive council district they are a candidate for.
STATE SENATOR - Must be 30 years of age, a registered voter and domiciled in New Hampshire for at least 7 years. Must live in senate district they are a candidate for.
STATE REPRESENTATIVE - Must be 18 years of age, a registered voter and domiciled in New Hampshire for at least 2 years. Must live in town or ward they are a candidate for.
COUNTY OFFICER - Must be 18 years of age and a registered voter in the county where you are domiciled. Must also be aware of other provisions of law regarding qualifications for particular county offices.
What are the nomination papers filing deadlines?
August 10, 2022 - Last day to submit signed nomination papers to Supervisors of the Checklist in each town or city.
August 31, 2022 5:00 p.m. - Supervisors must have nomination papers certified for candidates and organizations.
September 7, 2022 5:00 p.m. - Last day to file certified nomination papers with the Secretary of State's office.
*1,500 from each congressional district. All nomination papers must be signed and dated in the year 2022 by registered voters from the respective district AND nomination papers must be grouped by municipality when filed with the Secretary of State's Office.