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This bill modifies existing election law by requiring moderators to designate and physically mark a specific area for electioneering (political campaigning) at polling places, which should ideally be located near the primary entrance where it is visible and audible. The moderator must create a schematic drawing of this electioneering area and provide it to candidates and the secretary of state within 5 days of the candidate filing period, and also post this schematic publicly, including on the municipality's website. The bill clarifies that "designate" means physically marking the space for electioneering. If a moderator knowingly fails to comply with these requirements, they could be charged with a class B misdemeanor and face a potential fine of up to $1,000. The new requirements will take effect 60 days after the bill's passage, giving municipalities time to prepare and implement the new guidelines for campaign activities near polling places.

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https://gc.nh.gov/bill_status/legacy/bs2016/bill_status.aspx?lsr=0547&sy=2025&sortoption=&txtsessionyear=2025&txtbillnumber=HB333