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NY A01819

NY A01819
Prohibits a state party from using the word "Independent" or "Independence" in its name.


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Introduced
01/11/2021
In Committee
02/14/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the election law, in relation to prohibition of state party names; and to repeal subdivision 4 of section 2-124 of such law relating thereto

AI Summary

This bill amends the New York Election Law to prohibit political parties from using the words "Independent" or "Independence" in their names. The bill also repeals a previous provision that allowed the use of those words in party names. Any existing party names or emblems that violate the amended law must be changed to comply by January 1, 2023. The bill aims to prevent confusion or misleading political party names and takes effect immediately, with the name change provisions becoming effective on January 1, 2023.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (16)

Last Action

substituted by s1851a (on 05/25/2022)

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