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Governor in New Hampshire
- Election date
- November 3, 2026
- Filing deadline
- June 3, 2026 - August 26, 2026
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Governor
About this position
The Governor is the chief executive officer of a state and is responsible for implementing state laws and overseeing the operation of the state executive branch. The Governor oversees legislative proposals and vetoes, executive budgets, and implements executive orders.
Position Details
Employment Type
Full Time
Salary
$143,704.34/year
Partisan Type
partisan
Election Frequency
Every 2 years
Eligibility Requirements
Candidate must be a U.S. citizen, a registered voter in New Hampshire, an inhabitant of the state for 7 years prior to election, and at least 30 years old.
Filing Requirements
Filing fee is $2; In lieu of filing fee, signature requirement of 5 signatures from members of candidate's party (partisan primary). Filling fee is $0; Signature requirement is 150 registered voters in the district (general election).
Paperwork Instructions
Submit paperwork to the Secretary of State's office.
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