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NY A08361
NY A08361Provides 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
10/20/2021
10/20/2021
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 proposes to amend the New York Election Law to provide for the appointment and removal of election commissioners. The key provisions include: (1) extending the term of election commissioners from 2 years to 4 years, starting on February 15th of each alternate odd-numbered year; (2) allowing the local legislative body to stagger the terms of commissioners; (3) giving the State Board of Elections the power to remove an election commissioner for willful violations or neglect of duty; and (4) allowing the Governor to remove an election commissioner for cause, similar to the removal of a sheriff. The bill aims to provide more stability and accountability in the oversight of elections in New York.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (6)
Emily Gallagher (D)*,
Harvey Epstein (D),
Jeff Gallahan (R),
Jessica González-Rojas (D),
Rebecca Seawright (D),
Phara Souffrant Forrest (D),
Last Action
referred to election law (on 01/05/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2021/A8361 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=A08361&term=2021&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#A08361 |
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