relative to absentee ballots.

SB 218 amends New Hampshire law to update absentee ballot registration procedures. It requires voters applying for absentee ballots to submit a signed affidavit with proof of identity and domicile, such as a photo ID or utility bill, to add their name to the voter checklist. The bill creates two affidavit types: one for general absentee voters and another for those with physical disabilities preventing in-person registration. Key changes include standardized documentation requirements and verification steps for in-person absentee ballot submission, with penalties for false statements including up to a year in jail or $2,000 fine. The law, signed by the governor on August 1, 2025, takes effect September 30, 2025.