Bill > SB437

This bill amends the existing election return documentation requirements in New Hampshire (specifically RSA 659:73, III) by adding a new line item that requires election officials to record the number of people who attempted to register to vote but were denied registration due to insufficient documentation. The new provision specifically requests that, if possible, election officials should also note the specific reason for voter registration denial, such as inability to prove age, citizenship, domicile, or identity. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage, which means election officials will need to start tracking and reporting these denied registration attempts in their official election returns. This provision appears designed to create more transparency around voter registration processes and potential barriers to voter registration by requiring explicit documentation of registration denials.

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https://gc.nh.gov/bill_Status/billinfo.aspx?id=1440&inflect=2