This bill introduces new requirements for contractors who repair electronic ballot counting devices, mandating that they register with both the Secretary of State and the Attorney General before performing any repairs. Specifically, the bill adds a new section, RSA 656:42-a, which stipulates that contractors must obtain a registration number by providing proof of being bonded and insured. Additionally, contractors are required to present a photographic identification card to designated municipal officials, which must include their full name, company name, and registration number. This information must be recorded in a device log by the municipal official, and contractors must visibly display their identification while in the vicinity of the device.

The bill also includes provisions for the Secretary of State to develop training for municipal officials on verifying and recording a contractor's identity and credentials. While the bill does not allocate funding or create new positions, it is expected to have an indeterminable fiscal impact due to the potential costs associated with managing the new registration process. The Department of Justice has indicated that it will not enforce compliance with the registration, bonding, and insurance requirements, which raises questions about the workload and potential costs associated with the bill's implementation.