Gov. Chris Sununu signed a law Thursday that will require all first-time New Hampshire voters to show a passport, birth certificate or naturalization papers — a major change to election

In a move that goes into effect after this year’s election cycle, New Hampshire strengthened its voting laws by eliminating voter identification exceptions. The new law signed by Gov. Chris Sununu signifies a win for Republicans,

Gov. Chris Sununu signs NH law requiring identification to vote without exceptions and hard proof of U.S. citizenship, starting after 2024 election.

New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu (R) signed a new bill into law that will require unregistered voters to provide documentation, without exception, to prove their identity and citizenship before voting on Election Day.

The new law goes into effect after the November election, when proof-of-citizenship will be required to register and a photo ID will be required to vote. Critics say it could disenfranchise qualified voters.

New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu (R) signed a bill that tightens voter ID laws in the state for future elections. The much-debated bill requires voters to provide proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote.