This bill creates a penalty for election officers who violate election laws. It amends RSA 659:34 to include the following violations: registering to vote on election day using an affidavit and failing to provide proof of eligibility, providing false information about another person's domicile for voter registration purposes, and violating any election law while performing as an election officer. The bill will take effect on January 1, 2025.

The fiscal impact of this bill is indeterminable. It may have an impact on the judicial and correctional systems, which could affect prosecution, incarceration, probation, and parole costs for the state, as well as county and local governments. The bill has been reviewed by the Judicial Branch, Judicial Council, Department of Justice, Department of Corrections, New Hampshire Association of Counties, and New Hampshire Municipal Association.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 659:34