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NY A09162
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/8/2024
Primary Sponsor
Emily Gallagher
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AI Summary
- Removes the requirement that a governor remove an election commissioner "for cause in the same manner as a sheriff"
- Allows removal of an election commissioner by affirmative vote of a majority of state board of elections commissioners for incompetence, misconduct, or other good cause
- Requires written notice of charges and an opportunity for the commissioner to be heard in their defense before removal
- Directs that any vacancy created by removal be filled according to existing procedures in election law
- 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 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
2/8/2024
Committee Referrals
Election Law2/8/2024
Full Bill Text
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