Bill > A03653

This bill requires candidates for elected office in New York to submit a sworn statement within 15 days of filing their candidacy paperwork, providing detailed information about their military service, employment history, residential address, residency qualifications, and educational background. The statement must be notarized and filed with the local board of elections, and candidates must update the statement if they make additional representations about their background during the campaign. If a candidate fails to file the initial statement or any required amendments within five business days of the deadline, they will face escalating civil penalties, starting at $1,000 and increasing by $25 per day up to a maximum of an additional $1,000. The board of elections will be required to post these statements on their website within five business days of receipt and notify candidates who have not submitted their statements. The bill defines specific details that must be included in military service records and employment history, such as years of service, rank, employer names, and job titles. Importantly, any penalties must be paid by the candidate personally and cannot be covered by campaign funds. The law will take effect 90 days after it is enacted, with provisions allowing for immediate preparation of implementation rules and regulations.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A3653