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NH HB1382
Bill
Status
12/4/2025
Primary Sponsor
Linda McGrath
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AI Summary
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Requires overseas voters (UOCAVA voters) to submit one-time proof of U.S. citizenship to the New Hampshire Secretary of State to register or maintain voter registration, effective January 1, 2027
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Exempts military members (active duty and reserve components) and their spouses and dependents from the citizenship verification requirement
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Acceptable proof of citizenship includes a U.S. passport, birth certificate, Certificate of Citizenship, or Naturalization Certificate, which may be submitted electronically or by mail
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Secretary of State must notify all affected overseas voters of the new requirement by October 1, 2026, and provide educational materials and technical assistance for compliance
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Non-exempt overseas voters who have not verified citizenship will be prohibited from casting ballots in New Hampshire elections after January 1, 2027
Legislative Description
Relative to proof of citizenship for overseas voters voting under the Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act.
Last Action
Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 02/05/2026 House Journal 3
2/5/2026