This bill amends the current absentee voting procedure by establishing a new requirement for requesting absentee ballots. Specifically, it mandates that applications for absentee ballots must be received or postmarked at least 6 months prior to the election for which the ballot is requested. The bill introduces new legal language stating that any application received or postmarked before this 6-month period will not be accepted by the Secretary of State or any town or city clerk.

The bill modifies RSA 657:6, which outlines the procedure for absentee ballot applications. The new provisions clarify that applications must be submitted within the specified timeframe, thereby ensuring that voters cannot request absentee ballots too far in advance of an election. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 657:6