New Hampshire 2024 Regular Session

New Hampshire Senate Bill SB453

Introduced

12/12/23

Refer

12/12/23

Report Pass

2/21/24

Engrossed

3/12/24

Refer

3/12/24

Report Pass

5/16/24

Caption

Making an appropriation to the statewide voter registration system.

Impact

The passage of SB453 is anticipated to streamline the state's voter registration process. By integrating new capabilities into the Statewide Voter Registration System (SVRS), it seeks to enhance voter access to information and potentially increase participation in elections. The financial investment represents a commitment by the state to modernize its electoral infrastructure, which can lead to more efficient operations during election periods. Additionally, this bill could set a precedent for further funding aimed at improving voting mechanisms in the state.

Summary

Senate Bill 453 (SB453) is aimed at enhancing the statewide voter registration system by appropriating funds to improve its capabilities. Specifically, the bill approves an allocation of $450,000 for the biennium ending on June 30, 2025. This funding will allow the Department of State to incorporate additional features, such as an election information portal, which is expected to facilitate better access to voter registration information for the public. The nonlapsing nature of the funds ensures that they will remain available for the intended purpose even beyond the current fiscal year.

Contention

While there are no significant points of contention noted in the documentation regarding SB453, discussions around funding and the effectiveness of technological enhancements to voter registration systems often surface in legislative sessions. Some lawmakers may question whether the appropriated amount is sufficient or whether the infrastructure will be able to effectively utilize such upgrades. Overall support for the bill reflects a broader legislative goal of improving voter engagement and access, which tends to garner bipartisan backing in many regions.

Latest NH SB453 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

NH HF3722

Removal of deceased voters from statewide voter registration system required.

NH HF986

Statewide voter registration system data classified.

NH HF1235

Statewide voter registration system data classified.

NH SB604

making an appropriation to the university system of New Hampshire.

NH SF649

Data classification in the statewide voter registration system

NH SF4084

Deceased voters removal from the statewide voter registration system requirement provision

NH SF2492

Statewide voter registration system data classification provision

NH S1142

Requires Secretary of State and county commissioners of registration to perform audit of voter registration records in Statewide Voter Registration System.

NH A3797

Requires Secretary of State and county commissioners of registration to perform audit of voter registration records in Statewide Voter Registration System.

NH HB115

Making temporary appropriations for the expenses and encumbrances of the state of New Hampshire.

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To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025; and to provide for the additional appropriation of Federal and State funds to the Executive and Legislative Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024.

PA SB1220

To provide appropriations from the General Fund for the expenses of the Executive, Legislative and Judicial Departments of the Commonwealth, the public debt and the public schools for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills incurred and remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; to provide appropriations from special funds and accounts to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026; to provide for the appropriation of Federal funds to the Executive and Judicial Departments for the fiscal year July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027, and for the payment of bills remaining unpaid at the close of the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026.