HB1678 Requiring the secretary of state to accept voter registration forms directly from voters and to create an online portal for direct voter registration.
Requiring the secretary of state to accept voter registration forms directly from voters and to create an online portal for direct voter registration.
Impact Score — How Does This Bill Affect You?
Overall Impact Score
Mixed
Scale: 1 (harmful) to 10 (beneficial)
Your Wallet
Could reduce costs for both the state and voters by streamlining the registration process.
Your Community
Online registration would make voting more accessible, particularly for young people, working families, and people with mobility challenges.
Your Freedom
Expands access to the fundamental right of voter registration by removing unnecessary barriers.
Status
Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 02/12/2026 House Journal 4 P. 26
Sponsor
Patrick Long (D)
The Short Version
Would create online voter registration in NH, allowing residents to register directly through a state portal rather than only in person or by mail. NH is one of the few states without online voter registration.
Who's Behind This Bill?
Who Benefits
- ▲ All eligible NH voters
- ▲ Young adults registering for the first time
- ▲ Voters with disabilities or transportation challenges
Who Pays the Price
- ▼ Secretary of State's office building and maintaining the portal
- ▼ Those concerned about online registration security
Bill statuses as of May 2026. Check LegiScan or NH General Court for the latest.
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