New Hampshire 2026 Session Status: Passed House Bipartisan · 1 D · 1 R cosponsors

HB 1601 — requiring the secretary of state to create a voter education program that includes information on recent changes to voting laws.

Last action — Refer to Interim Study, MA, VV; 05/07/2026; SJ 11

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  1. ✓
    Introduced
  2. ✓
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has passed the House. Introduced December 10, 2025. It now moves to the second chamber.

Next likely step: consideration and a floor vote in the Senate.

Prognosis

Advancing 46% · moderate confidence

Where this bill stands today.

Odds of enactment

High

How often bills like it became law.

  • Passed House

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 2 sponsors

    1 primary, 1 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Bipartisan support

    Sponsored across 2 parties (1 D · 1 R) — cross-party backing.

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In plain language

The bill requires a voter education program on recent voting law changes.

This bill mandates the secretary of state to develop a voter education program to inform the public about recent changes in voting laws, using $50,000 from federal funds. The program aims to enhance awareness and understanding among voters.

What this means for you
  • Workers: This program may help workers stay informed about their voting rights and any changes that could affect their participation in elections.

Summary

requiring the secretary of state to create a voter education program that includes information on recent changes to voting laws.

Bill Text

Action History

  1. Refer to Interim Study, MA, VV; 05/07/2026; SJ 11

  2. Committee Report: Referred to Interim Study, 05/07/2026; Vote 5-0; CC; SC 17

  3. Hearing: 03/31/2026, Room 122-123, SH, 09:15 am; SC 12

  4. Introduced 03/12/2026 and Referred to Election Law and Municipal Affairs; SJ 7

  5. Ought to Pass: MA VV 03/11/2026 HJ 7

  6. Committee Report: Ought to Pass 02/17/2026 (Vote 15-0; RC) HC 10 P. 44

  7. Executive Session: 02/17/2026 01:40 pm GP 158

  8. Public Hearing: 02/10/2026 10:20 am GP 158

  9. Introduced 01/07/2026 and referred to Election Law HJ 1 P. 27

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 1 co-sponsors · 413 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (1)

Not signed on (413)

413 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Subjects

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 1601 do?
requiring the secretary of state to create a voter education program that includes information on recent changes to voting laws.
Who sponsors HB 1601?
HB 1601 is sponsored by Ross Berry (Republican) and Matthew Wilhelm (Democrat).
What is the current status of HB 1601?
This bill has passed the House. Introduced December 10, 2025. It now moves to the second chamber.
Where can I track HB 1601?
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