Bill > S02050

This bill amends the New York State election law to standardize the term of office for election commissioners across the state, extending their term from two to four years, beginning January first of each odd-numbered year. Previously, the law had different term lengths for different jurisdictions, with some counties having two-year terms and others (like New York City and Schenectady County) having four-year terms, with the option for other county legislative bodies to opt into four-year terms. The new legislation eliminates these variations and creates a uniform four-year term for all election commissioners. The bill will take effect immediately but will apply to all elections occurring on or after November 1, 2026, which allows for a smooth transition and provides advance notice to current election commissioners and local election boards about the change in their term of service.

Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S2050