This bill amends current law regarding the verification of voter rolls by changing the frequency of verification from every ten years to an annual process. Specifically, it modifies RSA 654:39 to require that the checklist be verified annually, starting in 2026, instead of the previous ten-year interval. The bill also updates the timeline for posting notices and conducting verification sessions, ensuring that these occur annually between April 1 and August 1. Additionally, it stipulates that the supervisors of the checklist must notify individuals who may be removed from the voter rolls due to failure to reregister, providing them with the necessary information to retain their registration.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a new provision requiring the secretary of state to develop forms for the reregistration of eligible voters who have been removed from the checklist. This aims to streamline the process and ensure that eligible voters have the opportunity to re-register. The effective date for these changes is set for January 1, 2026. Overall, the bill seeks to enhance the integrity and accuracy of voter rolls through more frequent verification and improved communication with voters.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 654:39
As Amended by the Senate: 654:39
As Amended by the House: 654:39
Version adopted by both bodies: 654:39
CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION: 654:39