David Scanlan

New Hampshire is one of at least nine states targeted by the Justice Department seeking access to voting information, including lists of voters. State officials say they have denied the request, citing New Hampshire confidentiality laws.

Secretary of State David Scanlan anticipates high turnout across New Hampshire for the Nov. 5 election while working to ensure voters a secure and efficient polling experience.

The state’s top election official issued a decision Tuesday regarding provisional ballots. It isn't clear if the move will be challenged in court.

Voters who register without an ID are required to use special, marked ballots. But a quirk in a new law repealing that process — and that takes effect next month — leaves things unclear for the Nov. 5 general election.

The Republican-backed measure would end the use of sworn affidavits for new voters seeking to register.