Bill > A05034

This bill amends the New York State Election Law to establish specific timelines for paying election workers. Currently, election inspectors, poll clerks, and election coordinators are paid by their county (or in New York City, by the city) for their work during elections and voter registration. The bill now requires that these election workers must be paid within 45 days of the election in which they worked. Similarly, for required training sessions, the bill mandates that payment must be made within 45 days of the next election following the training session. The existing law already specifies minimum payment rates, such as at least $130 per day for election inspectors in New York City and at least $25 for attending training sessions, plus potential transportation expenses. By establishing clear payment timelines, the bill aims to ensure more prompt compensation for election workers who play a crucial role in the democratic process by staffing polling places and participating in election-related training.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5034