The bill, HB 464, proposes significant amendments to New Hampshire's election laws to enhance electoral integrity and streamline processes. Key provisions include the prohibition of candidates for specific political offices, such as moderator, clerk, and selectperson, from participating in ballot counting prior to elections. It also allows the use of personal information from state agencies, including the Department of Safety and the federal Social Security Administration, to verify voter eligibility and maintain accurate voter registration records. Additionally, the bill mandates that political committees report low-value campaign donations, requiring itemized statements for receipts or expenditures exceeding $1,000, which must include contributor details.

Further amendments focus on campaign finance transparency, stipulating that personal identifying information of contributors donating $50 or less will remain confidential, while contributions over $200 must include detailed information about the contributor's occupation and employer. The bill also addresses the preparation of the master jury list by ensuring that errors in voter and safety department data are reported to relevant authorities. It streamlines the registration process for political committees by mandating online registration and compliance with reporting requirements. The effective dates for various sections of the bill are staggered, with some provisions set to take effect in late 2025 and others within 60 days of passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 658:31
As Amended by the House: 658:31
As Amended by the Senate: 658:31, 654:45, 654:12, 664:6, 500-A:2, 263:40-a, 5-C:9, 664:3
Version adopted by both bodies: 658:31, 654:45, 654:12, 664:6, 500-A:2, 263:40-a, 5-C:9, 664:3
CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION: 658:31, 654:45, 654:12, 664:6, 500-A:2, 263:40-a, 5-C:9, 664:3