This bill amends existing election laws to enhance the oversight of election processes and streamline the appointment of supervisors of the checklist. It empowers inspectors of election to observe all duties performed by supervisors of the checklist, as specified in RSA 654, 655, 657, 658, 659, and 671. Additionally, the bill mandates that any vacancies in the board of supervisors must be filled within 45 days by the town or city moderator, ensuring a more efficient and timely appointment process.

Key changes include the insertion of new language that grants inspectors the authority to observe checklist supervisors and the requirement for the moderator to fill vacancies, replacing the previous provision that allowed remaining supervisors to make such appointments. The bill also clarifies that appointees to fill vacancies should belong to the same political party as the supervisor they are replacing, if applicable. The act is set to take effect on January 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 658:2, 669:64