NY S08160

Allows any registered voter to vote by absentee ballot for any reason, eliminating current restrictions based on absence from county, illness, disability, or other specific circumstances.

Prohibits voters who file an absentee ballot application from voting in person in that election.

Simplifies absentee ballot application requirements by removing the need to specify reasons for voting absentee, while maintaining existing application deadlines and procedures.

Permits any voter to designate themselves as a "permanent absentee" voter to automatically receive absentee ballots for all future elections without reapplying, with the designation continuing until registration is cancelled.

Takes effect immediately upon enactment.