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This bill modifies existing election law regarding what clothing voters can wear inside polling places. Specifically, the bill removes previous restrictions that required voters to cover or remove clothing displaying candidate names, party logos, or ballot measure information. Under the new language, voters who are eligible to vote in that district may now wear clothing with political messaging while they are actively and expeditiously registering to vote or casting their ballot. The term "electioneering" typically refers to activities intended to influence voters' choices, and this bill effectively relaxes prior limitations on voter attire during the voting process. The change aims to balance voters' freedom of expression with maintaining the polling place's neutrality, allowing voters to wear political clothing without being prevented from participating in the electoral process. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage, giving election officials and voters time to understand and implement the new rule.

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https://gc.nh.gov/bill_status/legacy/bs2016/bill_docket.aspx?lsr=926&sy=2025&sortoption=&txtsessionyear=2025&txtbillnumber=SB43