Bill > S01777

This bill amends the New York State election law to explicitly require that persons appointed as election commissioners must be United States citizens, in addition to the existing requirements that they be registered voters in the county, enrolled members of the recommending party, and not holding certain other public offices. Specifically, the bill modifies Section 3-200 of the election law by inserting language that directly states "not a citizen of the United States" as a disqualifying condition for appointment or continued service as an election commissioner. The bill appears to be a clarification of existing eligibility requirements, ensuring that only U.S. citizens can serve in this important electoral role. The legislation would take effect immediately upon enactment, meaning the citizenship requirement would apply to current and future election commissioner appointments.

Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S1777