Bill > A06239

This bill authorizes and directs the state board of elections, in collaboration with county boards of elections, to create a secure online petitioning system that allows qualified voters to electronically sign designating petitions for a wide range of political offices, including local, state, and federal positions such as United States Senate, New York state governor, county offices, and school boards. The online system must be integrated with county election boards, verify voter identity, and ensure that only eligible voters can sign petitions for specific candidates. Importantly, the bill specifies that the online petitioning system does not replace traditional paper petitions, meaning candidates can still collect signatures through both digital and physical methods. The state board of elections is granted the authority to develop and implement necessary rules and regulations to establish and manage this online petitioning system, with the goal of making the petition process more accessible and convenient for voters while maintaining the integrity of the electoral process.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6239