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NY S08337
Bill
Status
5/17/2022
Primary Sponsor
Rachel May
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AI Summary
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Removes the requirement that the governor remove election commissioners "for cause in the same manner as a sheriff"
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Allows election commissioners to be removed by affirmative vote of a majority of duly confirmed state board of elections commissioners for incompetence, misconduct, or other good cause
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Requires written notice of charges and an opportunity to be heard in defense before any removal takes place
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Maintains existing procedures for filling vacancies created by removal
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Relates to the removal of an election commissioner by the governor or by affirmative vote of a majority of duly confirmed commissioners of the state board of elections for incompetence, misconduct, or other good cause, provided that prior to removal, such election commissioner shall be given a written copy of the charges against them and have an opportunity to be heard in their defense.
Last Action
referred to election law
5/17/2022