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NY S06302
Bill
Status
3/10/2025
Primary Sponsor
James Sanders
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AI Summary
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Replaces New York City's traditional run-off primary system for mayor, public advocate, and comptroller with instant run-off (ranked choice) voting
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Eliminates the previous requirement for a separate run-off election when no candidate receives 40% or more of votes in citywide primary elections
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Repeals provisions in the NYC Administrative Code (sections 3-705 subdivision 5 and 3-709 subdivision 6) related to the old run-off election system
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Requires ranked choice voting to be conducted consistent with the New York City charter and administrative code
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Takes effect immediately and applies to all municipal elections in New York City held on or after January 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Requires that elections for municipal office in the city of New York shall use an "instant run-off" or "ranked choice" voting system.
Last Action
REFERRED TO ELECTIONS
1/7/2026