2026 Platform & Resolutions Submissions
The New Hampshire Democratic Party invites registered New Hampshire Democrats to help shape the party’s priorities by submitting platform amendments and proposed resolutions for consideration at the 2026 NHDP State Convention.
The NHDP Platform outlines our party’s shared values and priorities for the state, while resolutions allow Democrats to express positions on federal issues, recognize Democratic leaders, and honor members of our party community.
Platform amendments will be accepted March 16 through April 1, 2026.
Resolutions will be accepted March 16 through April 15, 2026.
Draft Platform Amendments
The NHDP Platform is a statement of values, not a legislative agenda. It reflects the priorities and principles of New Hampshire Democrats and focuses on state-level issues.
The draft platform you are reviewing was prepared by the NHDP Platform Committee, which held six public hearings across the state to gather input from Democrats, advocates, stakeholders, and members of the public. Throughout this process, the committee received and reviewed written and oral testimony on a wide range of issues affecting New Hampshire. Committee members then worked collaboratively to evaluate that input, discuss proposed changes, and thoughtfully incorporate feedback where appropriate. The result is this draft platform, which reflects the shared values, priorities, and vision of Democrats across New Hampshire.
If an issue raised in a platform amendment is determined to be primarily federal in nature, the Platform Committee may refer it to the Resolutions Committee for consideration.
When submitting a platform amendment, please:
- Specify the section you would like to amend, or indicate that you are proposing a new section
- Clearly state how you would like the language to be amended
- Include your name and contact information
In addition to proposing changes to the language of the platform, you may also suggest:
- Changes to the order of sections
- The creation of new sections
- Splitting an existing section into multiple separate sections
All platform amendment submissions must be received by 5:00 PM on April 1, 2026.
After the amendment submission period has concluded, the committee will review all submissions and vote on their inclusion. The committee will submit their final platform to the NHDP no later than April 22nd. The final Platform will be included in the Official Call to the Convention and voted at the State Convention.
How to Submit Platform Amendments
Platform amendments may be submitted by:
Email: platform@nhdp.org
Mail:
NHDP Platform Committee
105 North State Street
Concord, NH 03301
Resolution Submissions
Registered New Hampshire Democrats may submit resolutions for consideration by the NHDP Resolutions Committee. Approved resolutions will be presented to delegates at the 2026 State Convention for a vote.
Detailed Rules for Submitting Resolutions
Submission Timeline
Resolutions may be submitted between March 16 and April 15, 2026.
All submissions must be received by 5:00 PM on April 15, 2026.
Resolutions may be submitted:
By Email: resolutions@nhdp.org
By Mail:
NHDP Resolutions Committee
105 North State Street
Concord, NH 03301
Sponsor Requirements
Each proposed resolution must include:
- One Prime Sponsor
- No more than ten (10) Co-Sponsors
- Full contact information for the prime sponsor and all co-sponsors
If a prime sponsor is not identified, the first person listed will be considered the prime sponsor.
Resolution Categories
Proposed resolutions should fall into one of the following categories:
- Expressing support or opposition to a federal issue
- Recognizing or honoring a Democrat, or expressing criticism of a Republican
- Memorializing a New Hampshire Democrat who has passed away since the adjournment of the 2024 State Convention
Committee Review
The NHDP Resolutions Committee will review all submitted resolutions between April 15 and April 26, 2026.
A resolution will be approved if a majority of the committee votes in favor of it.
The committee reserves the right to decline resolutions that are:
- Repetitious
- Stylistically inconsistent
- In conflict with the governing bodies of the New Hampshire Democratic Party
- Not designed to advance the principles of the New Hampshire Democratic Party
Sponsors of resolutions that are not approved will be notified of the committee’s action.
Convention Consideration
Resolutions approved by the committee will be included in the Official Call to the Convention and voted at the State Convention.
Questions
For questions about the convention process, please contact:
convention@nhdp.org