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NY S00585
NY S00585Relates to the removal of an election commissioner by the governor or by affirmative vote of a majority of commissioners of the state board of elections for incompetence, misconduct, or other good cause, provided that prior to removal, such election commissioner shall be given a written copy of the charges against them and have an opportunity to be heard in their defense.
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Introduced
01/05/2023
01/05/2023
In Committee
05/20/2024
05/20/2024
Crossed Over
05/20/2024
05/20/2024
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the election law, in relation to the removal of an election commissioner
AI Summary
This bill amends the New York Election Law to allow for the removal of an election commissioner by the governor or by a majority vote of the commissioners of the state board of elections for incompetence, misconduct, or other good cause. Prior to removal, the commissioner must be provided a written copy of the charges against them and be given an opportunity to defend themselves.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
referred to election law (on 05/20/2024)
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