The bill introduces new responsibilities for boards of registration in New Mexico, mandating that they meet quarterly and perform various duties such as verifying the cancellation of deceased residents from voter lists, maintaining accurate voter lists, and certifying actions taken by county clerks. Additionally, county clerks are required to develop and administer educational programs to inform the boards about their responsibilities regarding voter list maintenance. The bill also stipulates that information regarding the cancellation of a voter's registration must be reported to the boards of registration.

Furthermore, the bill amends existing laws concerning the cancellation of voter registrations due to death or change of residence. It requires the county clerk to report cancellations to the boards of registration and certifies that the boards will review and direct the cancellation of registrations for voters who have not responded to residency verification notices. The bill emphasizes transparency by ensuring that all meetings of the boards are open to the public and that records are accessible, while also protecting sensitive personal information from public disclosure.

Statutes affected:
introduced version: 1-4-25, 1-4-28, 1-4-38