The ACLU of New Hampshire scored a win Monday when a judge issued a preliminary injunction to stop their anti-student voting law from going into effect. As described in this article, the injunction was handed down by Strafford County Superior Court Judge John Lewis, siding with plaintiffs who argued that the change in voter registration procedures could disenfranchise state college students.
The League of Women Voters of New Hampshire and New Hampshire ACLU argued the Legislature sought to "freeze out" certain eligible voters, such as visiting college students, by requiring them to sign a statement declaring they are subject to all state laws.
While we can add New Hampshire's win to our successes here in Maine defending same-day registration and defeating voter ID, threats to our voting rights are still out there. In fact, last year the Maine legislature created a Commission to study elections that could ultimately recommend measures to limit eligible voters' access to the polls.
Take the time to defend voting rights in Maine at one of the public hearings taking place around the state or by submitting comments directly to the Commission to Study the Conduct of Elections in Maine.
Farmington is this Thursday, Lewiston's hearing is next week. The series continues through November, so check out our calendar for more details and make your voice heard!
