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NY A10746
Bill
Status
Introduced
7/9/2020
Primary Sponsor
Amy Paulin
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AI Summary
- Expands grounds for absentee ballot rejection to include ballots in envelopes that are partially sealed or sealed with tape, paste, or other binding agents or devices
- Requires the board of elections to notify voters within one day of rejecting an absentee ballot for these reasons, providing explanation and cure procedures
- Mandates contact by electronic mail or telephone if available to inform voters of deficiencies and the opportunity to cure them
- Applies to elections occurring on or after the bill's enactment date
- Also addresses other absentee ballot deficiencies including unsigned envelopes, signature mismatches, improper assistance marking, and missing witness attestation
Legislative Description
Relates to ballots submitted in envelopes that are partially sealed or sealed with tape, paste, or any other binding agent or device.
Last Action
print number 10746a
11/6/2020
Committee Referrals
Election Law7/9/2020
Full Bill Text
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