Summary

<p>HB 365 is Rep. Bob Lynn&rsquo;s attempt to counteract the disenfranchising effects of HB 1569, New Hampshire&rsquo;s proof-of-citizenship law, which he also sponsored. The bill would create a voucher program requiring voters to declare themselves &ldquo;indigent&rdquo; in order to receive free copies of vital records for voter registration purposes.</p> <p>This approach is both demeaning and unnecessary: the NH Division of Vital Records Administration now provides free copies of vital records specifically for voter registration, making the voucher program redundant. <strong>The most practical solution remains restoring an affidavit process, allowing voters to attest to their citizenship under penalty of law, ensuring access without unnecessary barriers or costs.</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>

Keith Erf Rep.

Joe Sweeney Representative

Brian Seaworth Representative

Rich Nalevanko Representative

Mary Jane Wallner Representative

Jerry Stringham Representative

Rosemarie Rung Representative

Maureen Mooney Rep.

Harry Bean Representative

Carol McGuire Representative

Karen Ebel Representative

Mary Hakken-Phillips Representative

David Preece Representative

Chris Muns Representative

Jose Cambrils Representative

Daniel Popovici-Muller Representative

Sam Farrington Representative

Kate Murray Representative

Laura Telerski Representative

Gary Daniels Representative

Peter Leishman Representative

Eileen Kelly Representative