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NY S06130
Bill
Status
Passed
8/6/2024
Primary Sponsor
Kevin Parker
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AI Summary
- Amends Election Law Section 8-500 to allow licensed attorneys who are New York state residents to serve as poll watchers at any polling place in the state
- Current law requires poll watchers to be qualified voters of the city or county where they serve; this bill creates an exception for attorneys licensed to practice law in New York
- Maintains existing prohibitions preventing candidates for public office in the election district from serving as watchers
- Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Provides that an attorney licensed to practice in the state may serve as a poll watcher in any city or county in the state.
Last Action
SIGNED CHAP.218
8/6/2024
Committee Referrals
Election Law5/28/2024
Elections1/3/2024
Election Law6/8/2023
Rules6/8/2023
Elections3/30/2023
Full Bill Text
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