RSA 79-H:2 · Adoption of this Chapter

79-H:2 Adoption of this Chapter. – A town or city may adopt the provisions of this chapter by vote of its legislative body using the following procedures:

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I.

In a town, other than a town that has adopted a charter pursuant to RSA 49-D, the question shall be placed on the warrant of the annual town meeting by the governing body or by petition under RSA 39:3.

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II.

In a city or town that has adopted a charter under RSA 49-C or RSA 49-D, the legislative body may consider and act upon the question in accordance with its normal procedures for passage of resolutions, ordinances, and other legislation.

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III.

If a majority of those voting on the question vote "yes," the provisions of this chapter shall take effect within the town or city on the date set by the legislative body, or in the tax year beginning April 1 following its adoption, whichever shall occur first.

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IV.

A town or city may rescind the provisions of this chapter in the manner described in paragraphs I-III. Source. 2015, 266:1, eff. July 20, 2015.

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