NH HB1627

Creates a single primary ballot for state and congressional elections where all candidates from all parties appear on one ballot and any registered voter can vote for any candidate, regardless of party affiliation

Limits general election candidates to twice the number of positions available (e.g., top 2 candidates advance for single-seat races), and only candidates who appeared on the primary ballot may appear on the general election ballot

Maintains the separate party-based presidential primary system, where voters must still choose one party's ballot

Requires the Secretary of State to conduct a voter education campaign by July 1, 2027, with implementation beginning in the 2028 primary elections

Estimated fiscal impact exceeds $2,500,000 annually from the General Fund for FY 2026-2028 to fund the statewide voter education campaign