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NY S02306
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/19/2023
Primary Sponsor
Zellnor Myrie
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AI Summary
- Extends the deadline for receiving absentee ballot applications by mail or electronic system from 15 days to 30 days before the election
- Removes the provision allowing absentee ballot applications to be delivered in person at the board of elections the day before an election
- Adds requirement that absentee ballots cannot be mailed earlier than 30 days before the election (or immediately upon receipt by the board if ballots are prepared later)
- Expands acceptable forms of written absentee ballot requests to include "other written instruments" beyond letters and telefax, while maintaining voter signature requirement
- Removes reference to electronic absentee ballot application transmittal system as an authorized request method
Legislative Description
Improves the issuing of absentee ballots.
Last Action
REFERRED TO ELECTIONS
1/3/2024
Committee Referrals
Elections1/19/2023
Full Bill Text
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