HB1223 Relative to the moderator's authority to verify the device count during an election.
Relative to the moderator's authority to verify the device count during an election.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Concerning
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
No financial impact on residents.
Your Community
Intent was to enhance election integrity, but existing verification procedures were considered sufficient.
Your Freedom
Aimed at election transparency, but current procedures already address this concern.
Status
Special Order next order ofbusiness (Rep. Scully): Motion Failed DV 27-319 03/12/2026 House Journal 8
Sponsor
Kevin Scully (R)
The Short Version
Would have given election moderators explicit authority to verify ballot counting device totals during elections. The bill's special order motion failed overwhelmingly 27-319, indicating broad opposition.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ Election integrity advocates
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Election administrators who already manage verification processes
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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