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NY S07324
Bill
Status
1/17/2020
Primary Sponsor
George Borrello
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AI Summary
S. 7324 - Voter Registration Integrity Act
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Requires first-time voter registration applicants to provide documentation of U.S. citizenship in addition to proof of New York residency.
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Acceptable citizenship documents include an original or certified birth certificate, valid U.S. passport, certificate of naturalization or citizenship, or other documentation approved by the board of elections.
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Applies citizenship documentation requirements to both standard first-time registrations and registration applications submitted without prior voter identification documentation.
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Takes effect 60 days after enactment, with board of elections authorized to adopt necessary rules and regulations immediately.
Legislative Description
Enacts the voter registration integrity act; requires a birth certificate, passport, certificate of naturalization or citizenship, evidence of New York state residency, or any other documentation that the board of elections determines establishes United States citizenship.
Last Action
REFERRED TO ELECTIONS
1/17/2020