NH · constitutions
N.H. Const. pt. II, art. 62
Subsequent Vacancies; Governor to Convene; Duties
If any person thus chosen a councilor, shall be elected governor or member of either branch of the legislature, and shall accept the trust; or if any person elected a councilor, shall refuse to accept the office, or in case of the death, resignation, or removal of any councilor out of the state, the governor may issue a precept for the election of a new councilor in that county where such vacancy shall happen and the choice shall be in the same manner as before directed. And the Governor shall have full power and authority to convene the council, from time to time, at his discretion; and, with them, or the majority of them, may and shall, from time to time hold a council, for ordering and directing the affairs of the state, according to the laws of the land.
History
September 5, 1792
Provenance
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- www.nh.gov
- Retrieved
- 2026-09-29
- Edition
- 2026-09-29
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