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NY A04185
Bill
Status
2/1/2021
Primary Sponsor
Nathalia Fernandez
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AI Summary
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Allows non-citizens lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the United States to vote in non-federal elections in New York, provided they meet age (18+) and residency requirements (30 days in state, county, city, or village).
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Replaces the term "alien" with "non-citizen" throughout the State Constitution in Articles 2, 3, and 5 for consistency and clarity.
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Maintains existing voter registration requirements, including completion at least 10 days before elections, and preserves ballot secrecy and signature identification provisions.
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Applies voting rights to non-citizens only in non-federal elections, excluding federal elections for offices like U.S. President, Senate, and House of Representatives.
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Requires the amendment to be referred to the first regular legislative session after the next general election and published for 3 months before taking effect, per constitutional amendment procedures.
Legislative Description
Relates to the right to vote for a non-citizen lawfully admitted for permanent residence in the United States.
Last Action
opinion referred to judiciary
2/18/2022