Support a Comprehensive NH Voter Education Program

Voting laws in New Hampshire have changed a lot — and voters are paying the price. HB 1601 would require the Secretary of State to create and maintain a voter education program that clearly explains recent changes to voting laws.

Confusion leads to longer lines, mistakes, and people being turned away. HB 1601 says that if lawmakers change the rules, voters at minimum deserve clear, accurate information.

The Secretary of State already claims to run a “comprehensive voter education program.” If that’s true, then this bill should be easy to implement. If it’s not, then this bill is overdue. Either way, Granite Staters deserve better. We should have pride in educating as many of our friends and neighbors about the importance of civic participation.