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NY A00366

NY A00366
Authorizes United States citizens currently residing outside the United States whose last residence in the United States was in the state of New York to vote in certain federal elections.


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Introduced
01/08/2025
In Committee
01/08/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the election law, in relation to authorizing United States citizens currently residing outside the United States whose last residence in the United States was in the state of New York to vote in certain federal elections

AI Summary

This bill amends New York State election law to clarify and expand voting rights for U.S. citizens who currently live outside the United States but previously resided in New York. Specifically, the bill allows these citizens to vote in federal elections (such as for president, vice president, U.S. senators, and congressional representatives) if they meet certain conditions: they must have been eligible to vote in New York at the time they left the U.S. (except for age requirements), they cannot currently be registered or voting in another election district or state, and they must possess a valid U.S. passport or federal identity and registration card. The bill updates language to be gender-neutral (changing "his" to "such citizen's") and removes references to U.S. territories or possessions. The language suggests this is meant to ensure that New York residents who have moved abroad temporarily or permanently can still participate in federal elections, maintaining their connection to the U.S. political process. The bill would take effect immediately upon passage.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

referred to election law (on 01/08/2025)

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