New Hampshire Secretary of State

1 yr ago, we launched our Vote in Honor of a Veteran program. Over 700 voters have submitted testimony in honor of a Veteran, receiving a beautiful pin designed by Navy Veteran Jacob Aldridge in return. To participate in this free program, visit sos.nh.gov/vote-honor-vet….

Attention New Hampshire artists! Our Heirloom Marriage Certificate Design Contest is open until September 5! The winning design will be issued across the state as the official heirloom marriage certificate. Visit sos.nh.gov/heirloom-marri… to enter!

Secretary Scanlan started off the week with a productive conversation with the NH City and Town Clerks Association and the @DemoDefenseProj. NH does elections right because of our local election officials and their diligence, enthusiasm and pride in our state elections.

Do you have a nonprofit corporation in New Hampshire? Don’t forget to renew your corporate charter with our Corporations Division by December 31, 2025. For more information, visit quickstart.sos.nh.gov/online

Are you an artist with a love for New Hampshire and ornate certificates? Enter our Heirloom Marriage Certificate Contest. The winning design will be issued statewide starting in 2026. Visit sos.nh.gov/heirloom-marri… to enter!

Our Invest Smart NH team is ready and available to speak to your group about smart investing and how to avoid common scams. Use the link below to request a speaker! #InvestSmartNH

Do you have a nonprofit corporation in New Hampshire? Don’t forget to renew your corporate charter with our Corporations Division by December 31, 2025. For more information, visit quickstart.sos.nh.gov/online

The filing period for the New Hampshire Presidential Primary is a time like no other. Listen to our own Paula Penney and AP photographer Jim Cole recount some memorable filing periods in the Secretary of State’s Office! #tbt youtu.be/G1XVT7PbzNE?si…

Attention New Hampshire artists! Our Heirloom Marriage Certificate Design Contest is open until September 5! The winning design will be issued across the state as the official heirloom marriage certificate. Visit sos.nh.gov/heirloom-marri… to enter!

Do you have a nonprofit corporation in New Hampshire? Don’t forget to renew your corporate charter with our Corporations Division by December 31, 2025. For more information, visit quickstart.sos.nh.gov/online

Let freedom ring! Happy Independence Day!

Did you know New Hampshire has an Heirloom Birth Certificate you can order for a decorative touch in your nursery? Designed in 2003 by Karen Homan, this certificate is available for purchase from our Vital Records Division for $25. More info here: sos.nh.gov/heirloom-birth…

Are you an artist with a love for New Hampshire and ornate certificates? Enter our Heirloom Marriage Certificate Contest! The winning design will be issued statewide starting in 2026. Visit sos.nh.gov for more info.

The second episode of our Stories of Service podcast is out! Assistant Secretary of State Paula Penney and AP Photographer Jim Cole give a look from behind the lens during presidential primary filing periods dating back to the 1980s #FITN youtube.com/watch?v=G1XVT7…

Do you have a nonprofit corporation in New Hampshire? Don’t forget to renew your corporate charter with our Corporations Division by December 31, 2025. For more information, visit sos.nh.gov/corporations-0…

Secretary Scanlan and Deputy Secretary Hennessey caught up with the @NHBoysState and Girls State programs, which give high school juniors a hands-on education in civics and the legislative process. We’re glad this impressive group of students stopped by!

Have you ever wondered who’s behind the legislation that created the NH State Seal or how the seal is used on official documents? Check out this video to find out more during this week’s installment of New Hampshire’s #SealReveal campaign with @NASSorg.

Are you and New Hampshire a match made in heaven? Enter our first Heirloom Marriage Certificate Design Contest! Visit sos.nh.gov/heirloom-marri… for more info!

Congratulations to our newest United States citizens, and thank you for choosing to make New Hampshire your home! 🇺🇸 I was so proud to be a part of yesterday’s naturalization ceremony at the State Archives with @NHSecretary Scanlan.

Do you have a nonprofit corporation in New Hampshire? Don’t forget to renew your corporate charter with our Corporations Division by December 31, 2025. For more information, visit sos.nh.gov/corporations-0…