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NY S00424

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/5/2011

Primary Sponsor

Ruth Hassell-Thompson

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Origin

Senate

2009-2010 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • State Board of Elections shall conduct a study on the feasibility of permitting voting by mail, telephone, and/or the internet.

  • Study shall evaluate the ability to verify votes cast through these methods and assess the impact on voter participation in primary and general elections.

  • State Board of Elections may establish pilot programs permitting voting by mail, telephone, and/or the internet during any primary or general election while the study is underway.

  • State Board of Elections must submit the study and recommendations to the Governor and State Legislature within 24 months of the act's effective date.

  • Act takes effect immediately upon enactment.

Legislative Description

Provides for the state board of elections to undertake a study of the feasibility for voting by mail, telephone and/or the internet; authorizes a pilot program for such voting during the study; requires a report to the governor and legislature.

Last Action

REFERRED TO ELECTIONS

1/5/2011

Committee Referrals

Elections1/5/2011

Full Bill Text

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