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NY S00585
Bill
Status
Engrossed
1/10/2023
Primary Sponsor
Rachel May
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AI Summary
- Removes the requirement that election commissioners can only be removed "for cause in the same manner as a sheriff"
- Allows election commissioners to be removed 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 a hearing opportunity before any removal takes effect
- Maintains the governor's removal authority while adding the state board of elections as an alternative removal mechanism
- 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
5/20/2024
Committee Referrals
Election Law5/20/2024
Elections1/3/2024
Election Law1/10/2023
Rules1/9/2023
Elections1/5/2023
Full Bill Text
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