Bill > S02369

This bill amends the New York election law to expand voter registration opportunities by designating every court and law enforcement agency that issues firearm-related licenses (such as licenses to carry, possess, repair, or dispose of firearms) as participating voter registration agencies. Currently, the law requires certain public assistance and disability service agencies to offer voter registration forms to individuals during initial applications, renewals, recertification, or address changes. The new bill will extend this requirement to firearm licensing agencies, mandating that they provide voter registration forms, assist applicants in completing these forms, and transmit completed applications to the appropriate board of elections. The bill will take effect 120 days after becoming law, and regulatory agencies are authorized to prepare necessary implementation rules immediately. This expansion aims to provide more opportunities for eligible individuals to register to vote by leveraging interactions with government agencies that already require direct personal contact.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S2369