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1 New Paragraph; Secret Ballot; Clear Intent. Amend RSA 40:4-a by inserting after paragraph I the following new paragraph:
I-a. In any vote conducted under paragraph I, every ballot shall be counted if the intent of the voter is clear, regardless of whether the voter followed instructions.
2 Effective Date. This act shall take effect 60 days after its passage.
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1 New Paragraph; Secret Ballot; Clear Intent. Amend RSA 40:4-a by inserting after paragraph I the following new paragraph:
I-a. In any vote conducted under paragraph I, every ballot shall be counted if the intent of the voter is clear, regardless of whether the voter followed instructions.
2 Effective Date. This act shall take effect 60 days after its passage.