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NY S00265

NY S00265
Clarifies that individuals have the ability to vote by absentee ballot in certain elections where their maximum sentence of imprisonment has expired.


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Introduced
01/06/2021
In Committee
01/05/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the education law and the town law, in relation to clarifying that individuals have the ability to vote by absentee ballot where their maximum sentence of imprisonment has expired

AI Summary

This bill clarifies that individuals have the ability to vote by absentee ballot in certain elections where their maximum sentence of imprisonment has expired or they have been discharged from parole. The bill amends the education law and the town law to add this provision to the statement of absentee voter that is printed on the reverse side of the absentee ballot envelope. This change aims to ensure that individuals who have completed their sentences or been discharged from parole are able to exercise their right to vote through absentee ballots.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

REFERRED TO EDUCATION (on 01/05/2022)

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