This bill amends the absentee ballot voting process by requiring voters to provide documentation that proves their citizenship, age, domicile, and identity to qualify for voting. Specifically, it introduces new legal language that mandates absentee voters to submit copies of the documentation required by RSA 654:12 alongside their absentee registration affidavit. The affidavit must now include a statement affirming that the voter is a citizen of the United States and that they will be at least 18 years old on election day. Additionally, the bill specifies that if the required documentation is not provided, the application for absentee voting shall not be approved.

Furthermore, the bill modifies the submission process for absentee registration affidavits, stating that applicants must forward their affidavits with supporting documentation to the town or city clerk. It also clarifies the verification process for in-person absentee voters, indicating that voters must show a photo identification to be treated as verified. The bill removes previous language that allowed for alternative verification methods and emphasizes the importance of providing the necessary documentation to ensure the integrity of the voting process. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 654:17, 654:19, 657:17-a