Bill > S00566

This bill expands New York's Address Confidentiality Program (ACP), which currently protects victims of domestic violence, human trafficking, sexual offenses, and stalking, as well as reproductive healthcare providers, to now include election officers. The bill defines "election officer" by referencing the election law and allows these individuals to participate in the program, which provides a designated address to help protect their privacy and personal safety. Under the new provisions, election officers can apply to the program to have their actual address kept confidential if they believe they face increased risks of violence or threats. The secretary of state will be responsible for administering the program and will work with county boards of elections to help election officers apply and participate. The changes aim to provide additional protection for election workers who may be vulnerable to potential threats or harassment due to their official roles. The bill makes several technical amendments to existing law, including updating language to use gender-neutral terms like "their" instead of "his or her" and adding election officers to the list of protected individuals throughout the relevant sections of the executive law.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S566