Bill > S01883

This bill amends the New York State election law to require that the county seat of Fulton County have at least one polling place designated for early voting. Currently, the law requires the largest city in a county or the county seat in Washington County to have an early voting polling place, and this bill adds Fulton County's county seat to that list. Early voting is a process that allows voters to cast their ballots in person at designated polling places before the official Election Day, which provides greater flexibility for voters who may have scheduling conflicts or difficulty voting on the traditional election date. The bill requires that, where possible, such early voting polling places be situated along public transportation routes to maximize accessibility. The amendment is part of broader provisions that mandate a minimum number of early voting polling places based on the number of registered voters in a county, with the goal of ensuring adequate and equitable voting access for all residents. The bill will take effect immediately upon passage.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S1883