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NH HB1601

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

12/10/2025

Primary Sponsor

Matthew Wilhelm

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Secretary of State must create a voter education program to inform voters about recent changes to voting laws
  • Program funded with $50,000 from federal Help America Vote Act (HAVA) funds
  • Department of State notes a comprehensive voter education program already exists and the $50,000 cap may limit outreach effectiveness
  • Estimated expenditure of $50,000 in FY 2027 with no state revenue impact
  • Takes effect upon passage

Legislative Description

Requiring the secretary of state to create a voter education program that includes information on recent changes to voting laws.

Last Action

Ought to Pass: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 03/11/2026 House Journal 7

3/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Election Law12/10/2025

Full Bill Text

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