Bill > A06598

This bill amends New York's election law to modify the voting age requirements for primary elections. Currently, individuals must be 18 years old on the day of an election to vote, but this bill introduces an exception for primary elections. Specifically, the bill allows 17-year-olds who will turn 18 by the time of the general election to vote in the corresponding primary election. This change means that if a 17-year-old will be 18 by the general election date, they can participate in the primary election that leads to that general election, effectively expanding youth political participation. The bill will take effect simultaneously with a concurrent constitutional resolution related to voter qualifications. This modification aims to engage younger voters earlier in the electoral process while ensuring they will be of legal voting age by the time of the general election.

Government Affairs

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A6598