NY A01860

Establishes that party nominations for special elections must be made through a special primary election, with the candidate receiving the most votes becoming the party nominee.

Special primary elections must take place on the first Tuesday occurring at least 30 but no more than 36 days before the special election.

Reduces signature requirements for designating petitions in special primaries to 500 for state senatorial districts and 250 for assembly districts, with petitions filed within 12 days of the governor's proclamation.

Requires the governor to proclaim a special election within 10 days of a vacancy and establishes that special elections for state senate or assembly must occur within 40 to 50 days from the proclamation date.

Allows special elections for state senate or assembly to be held on the same date as the annual primary or general election if a vacancy occurs 180-90 days before those elections.