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NY S09170
Bill
Status
9/26/2018
Primary Sponsor
Fred Akshar
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AI Summary
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Amends Election Law Section 8-100 to establish uniform polling hours for primary elections statewide at 6:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M.
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Eliminates the previous exception that allowed certain counties (Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Rockland, Orange, Putnam, Dutchess, Erie) and New York City to open polls at noon instead of 6:00 A.M. for primary elections.
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Maintains existing polling hours for general elections, special elections called by the governor, and other elections at 6:00 A.M. to 9:00 P.M.
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment.
Legislative Description
Establishes uniform hours during which the polls are open during primary elections; provides that primary elections shall be conducted between 6:00 A.M. and 9:00 P.M.
Last Action
REFERRED TO RULES
9/26/2018