The New Hampshire House Republican caucus is getting ready to elect a new leader for their next legislative session.

Vying for the support of the 176 member caucus are Republican policy leader state Rep. Gene Chandler (R-Bartlett), Sherman Packard (R-Londonderry), Fran Wendelboe (R-New Hampton) and John Reagan (R-Deerfield).

The new leader will fill the void left by the late Mike Whalley (R-Alton Bay). Since Whalley's death, deputy leader state Rep. David Hess (R-Hooksett) has been acting as the de facto leader but decided not to officially seek the post.

According to the caucus rules, a majority is needed to get elected. However, no candidate is removed from the ballot until someone reaches a majority or they voluntarily remove themselves from the ballot.

The caucus will meet on Nov. 24th in the House chambers to select their leader.