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NY S07339
NY S07339Provides for the appointment and removal for cause of commissioners of election; provides for removal for cause by the board of elections and/or the governor.
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Introduced
08/20/2021
08/20/2021
In Committee
01/05/2022
01/05/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
2021-2022 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the election law, in relation to providing for the appointment and removal of commissioners of election; and to repeal certain provisions of the election law relating thereto
AI Summary
This bill amends the Election Law to provide for the appointment and removal of election commissioners. It increases the term of office for election commissioners from two years to four years, beginning on February 15th of alternate odd-numbered years. The bill also grants the State Board of Elections the power to remove election commissioners for willful violations or neglect of duty, and allows the Governor to remove election commissioners for cause. The bill's provisions aim to strengthen the oversight and accountability of election administration in New York.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
REFERRED TO ELECTIONS (on 01/05/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2021/S7339 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=S07339&term=2021&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#S07339 |
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