This bill creates a procedure for voters to request to have their name removed from the checklist in the town or city where they are registered to vote. The voter must file a sworn affidavit with the town or city clerk, containing their name, address, and date of birth. The affidavit must be signed by the voter and witnessed by an election official. The voter must also present a valid photo identification to the election official, who will confirm that the information matches the affidavit. The town or city clerk will then forward the affidavit and notice to the supervisors of the checklist, who will verify the information and remove the voter's name from the checklist.

The bill also amends an existing law to specify that the provisions of that law do not apply to the removal of names upon request pursuant to the new procedure outlined in this bill. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 654:44