Bill > S05711

This bill proposes constitutional amendments to require most municipal and judicial elections in New York State to be held during even-numbered years, with some exceptions for New York City. Specifically, the bill changes several sections of the state constitution to standardize election timing, ensuring that judicial officers (except village judges), city officers, county officials like sheriffs and district attorneys, and other elected positions will have their terms and elections aligned to even-numbered years. The legislation provides flexibility for the legislature to enact laws that might allow an initial election in an odd-numbered year if it ultimately results in the term expiring in an even-numbered year. The changes aim to create more consistent election cycles across the state, potentially increasing voter participation by aligning local and state elections with federal election years. Notably, the bill preserves special provisions for New York City, allowing some variations in its electoral processes. The amendments would affect multiple constitutional articles, including those governing judicial, municipal, and county elections, and would require future elections to be held on the Tuesday following the first Monday in November of even-numbered years.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S5711