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SB 221

relative to the verification of voter rolls annually.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Kevin Avard and 1 co-sponsor

New Hampshire will annually verify voter rolls to remove ineligible voters, effective January 1, 2026, balancing election integrity against risks of voter disenfranchisement.

Signed by the Governor on 08/01/2025; Chapter 0299; Effective 01/01/2026
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Bill Summary · SB 221

Legislative bill overview

SB 221 requires New Hampshire to conduct annual verification of voter rolls to identify and remove ineligible voters, such as those who have moved, died, or become otherwise ineligible. The bill became law on January 1, 2026, and was sponsored by Greg Hill and Kevin Avard.

Why is this important

Voter roll maintenance affects election integrity and administrative efficiency. Outdated rolls can lead to confusion at polling places, potential duplicate voting across jurisdictions, and questions about election accuracy. However, the process also impacts voter access, as purges must balance removing ineligible voters against the risk of mistakenly removing eligible ones.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs and burden: Annual verification requires significant resources from local election officials and the state, raising questions about funding and feasibility
  • Accuracy and due process concerns: Automated purges risk removing eligible voters without adequate notice or opportunity to correct errors, potentially disenfranchising eligible citizens
  • Data sharing and privacy: Verifying rolls often requires accessing motor vehicle records and other state databases, raising privacy and security questions about how voter data is matched and protected

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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