This bill mandates that voters must present a government-issued photographic identification in order to cast their votes. The proposed amendments to RSA 659:13, II specify that valid photo identification must display the voter's name, which should closely match the name on their voter registration record, and include a photograph of the individual. The identification must also have an expiration date that is not more than five years past, with an exception for voters aged 65 and older, who can use identification regardless of its expiration date. The bill outlines acceptable forms of identification, including state-issued driver's licenses, military IDs, and U.S. passports, while also detailing the requirements for student identification cards.

Additionally, the bill removes certain provisions related to student identification cards and introduces new language that requires the Secretary of State to provide training for election officials on using nonpublic data from the voter registration database to meet identification requirements. It also mandates the development of an informational pamphlet to guide voters on obtaining a picture identification card specifically for voting purposes. The act is set to take effect 60 days after its passage, with an approval date of April 3, 2026, and an effective date of June 2, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 659:13
As Amended by the House: 659:13
Version adopted by both bodies: 659:13
CHAPTERED FINAL VERSION: 659:13