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NY A04200
Bill
Status
2/13/2023
Primary Sponsor
Phillip Steck
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AI Summary
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Removes the requirement that notaries public and commissioners of deeds administer sworn statements from petition signers in elections law sections 6-132, 6-140, 6-204, and 6-206
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Replaces the sworn statement requirement with an inquiry-based verification method where notaries must verify that each petition signer is the same person listed at that address according to board of elections information
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Applies the changes to petition requirements for multiple election law sections governing different types of petitions
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Removes the requirement of a sworn statement administered by a notary public for purposes of petitions; requires the notary public to inquire whether the person is the same listed on the address.
Last Action
referred to election law
1/3/2024