Bill > A06354

This bill provides protections against illegal voter purging by establishing new rules and requirements for voter challenges. The legislation introduces detailed procedures for individuals who wish to challenge a voter's qualifications, mandating that challengers must complete a specific affidavit with their personal information, the reason for the challenge, and a sworn statement about the basis of their challenge. The bill requires that anyone mailing materials intended to challenge a voter's registration must file a duplicate copy of such mail with the state board of elections within two business days, including details about the sender. It also clarifies that challenges can only be made by specific individuals (such as election inspectors or registered voters) and must follow strict guidelines. The bill protects voters by ensuring that innocent errors in citizenship certification are not grounds for voter suppression and that personal information collected during challenges cannot be used for other purposes. Additionally, the legislation adds record-keeping requirements for election inspectors, mandating they document challenge details, and establishes misdemeanor penalties for those who willfully interfere with voter registration records or make false statements during the voting process. The new regulations aim to prevent arbitrary or politically motivated voter challenges while maintaining the integrity of the electoral process.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6354