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NY S03863

NY S03863
Relates to the number of affidavit ballots to be supplied at polling sites.


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Introduced
01/30/2025
In Committee
01/30/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the election law, in relation to the number of affidavit ballots to be supplied at polling sites

AI Summary

This bill amends the New York State election law to require county boards of elections to provide a specific number of affidavit ballots at each polling site. An affidavit ballot (sometimes called a provisional ballot) is a type of ballot used when a voter's eligibility to vote is uncertain, allowing them to cast a ballot that will be verified and counted later if their voter registration is confirmed. Specifically, the bill mandates that each polling site must be supplied with affidavit ballots equal to at least 15% of the total voter turnout in that election district during the previous similar election. This ensures that voters who may have issues with their registration or identification can still participate in the electoral process, with each county board of elections responsible for maintaining an adequate supply of these ballots to accommodate potential voters whose eligibility needs to be verified. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage.

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Government Affairs

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

REFERRED TO ELECTIONS (on 01/30/2025)

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