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This bill requires the Secretary of State to implement a comprehensive and uniform election records management system with specific technological and administrative requirements. The system must be capable of capturing both paper and electronic records, establishing a consistent naming and indexing approach, tracking record movement and chain of custody, and implementing a standardized retention system. Key features include the ability to efficiently search and retrieve records by authorized personnel and citizens (where legally permissible), identifying record creation details such as date, time, purpose, and authorization, and documenting version updates and training requirements. While the bill mandates the creation of this system, it does not provide direct funding, though the fiscal note indicates an estimated one-time implementation cost between $200,000 and $500,000, likely funded through the General Fund. The system aims to enhance transparency, accountability, and accessibility of election records, building upon the Department of State's existing records management infrastructure. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage, with potential system modifications expected to occur after fiscal year 2026.

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https://gc.nh.gov/bill_Status/billinfo.aspx?id=1863&inflect=2