HB1627

Creating a single primary ballot.

Introduced·12/10/25
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New Hampshire HB1627 establishes a single primary ballot for all candidates, allowing voters to choose any candidate regardless of party affiliation.

New Hampshire HB1627 creates a single primary ballot for all candidates, enabling all registered voters to vote for any candidate. The bill repeals and reenacts RSA 656:23 to mandate a single ballot for state and federal offices, with candidates' party preferences indicated. It also amends RSA 654:39, I to require supervisors to post notice of their sessions and hold verification sessions for eligible voters. The bill includes provisions for counting votes on different party ballots and mandates a voter education campaign by the secretary of state.

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Where it stands

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Feb 3

10:10 AM

Election Law Executive Session

Jan 27

10:00 AM

Election Law Public Hearing

History

Feb 19

House

Inexpedient to Legislate: Motion Adopted Voice Vote 02/19/2026 House Journal 5 P. 70

Feb 11

House

Majority Committee Report: Inexpedient to Legislate 02/03/2026 (Vote 14-2; Regular Calendar) House Calendar 7 P. 31

Feb 11

House

Minority Committee Report: Ought to Pass