Urge Your Senator to Vote Non-concur on SB287 and SB218

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Dear [Your Elected Official],

SB287 would place new, unnecessary barriers on the absentee voting process by requiring voters to submit a copy of their ID, get a notarized signature, or visit their clerk’s office in person before even receiving their ballot, effectively taking the "absent" out of "absentee".
SB 218 would requires voters registering by absentee ballot to provide proof of identity, U.S. citizenship, age, and domicile. Voters currently attest to their eligibility when they register via a sworn affidavit, punishable by penalty of perjury. Adding additional requirements to scan, print, and send documents can disenfranchise eligible voters – especially those with disabilities who are registering absentee because they are unable to do so in person. 
These steps are especially burdensome for voters who are already limited in their mobility - like seniors, people with disabilities, or those without access to a printer, scanner, or notary. These bill do not solve a known problem - they just make it that much harder for thousands of eligible voters to cast their ballots.
Please vote to non-concur SB 287 and SB 218 to help protect the fundamental right to vote in New Hampshire.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]

[Your City & State]

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Summary

Two bills that would significantly restrict absentee voting were passed by the House this week: ❌ SB 287: Requires voters to submit photo ID in person, include a photocopy, or have their application notarized. Creates serious barriers for voters without access to printers, notaries, or who cannot travel in person. Undermines the purpose of absentee voting and risks disenfranchising elderly, low-income, and disabled voters. ❌ SB 218: Requires absentee voter registration applicants to submit multiple documents proving identity, citizenship, age, and domicile. Replaces current affidavits (already subject to perjury penalties) with burdensome scanning and mailing requirements. Disproportionately impacts voters with disabilities, those without internet/printer access, or those voting from overseas. ➡️ Please contact your Senator and ask them to non-concur on SB 287 and SB 218.

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