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NY S02163

NY S02163
Authorizes and directs the state board of elections, in cooperation with county boards of elections, to create an online petitioning system for designating petitions; provides that use of such online petitioning system shall not preclude the collection and use of paper designating petitions; authorizes the state board of elections to promulgate necessary rules and regulations.


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Introduced
01/15/2025
In Committee
01/07/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the election law, in relation to authorizing and directing the state board of elections to create an online petitioning system for designating petitions

AI Summary

This bill authorizes and directs the New York State Board of Elections, in cooperation with county boards of elections, to create a secure online petitioning system for signing designating petitions (official documents supporting a candidate's nomination). The online system will cover a wide range of elected offices, including local, state, and federal positions such as U.S. Senate, state governor, county offices, and school boards. The system must be integrated with county election boards, verify voter eligibility, and ensure that only qualified voters can sign petitions for specific candidates. Importantly, the bill specifies that candidates can collect the full number of required petition signatures through this online portal, but the use of online petitions does not replace traditional paper petitions - candidates can still use paper signatures if they choose. The State Board of Elections is granted the authority to create necessary rules and regulations to implement this new online petitioning system, which aims to modernize and potentially simplify the candidate nomination process by providing a secure digital alternative to paper signatures.

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Government Affairs

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

REFERRED TO ELECTIONS (on 01/07/2026)

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