Bill > A07123

This bill enacts the "Modernized Voter Registration Act of New York", which introduces several significant changes to voter registration processes in the state. The bill establishes an automated voter registration system where eligible individuals can be automatically registered to vote when they interact with certain state agencies, such as the Department of Motor Vehicles, state universities, public housing authorities, and other designated source agencies, provided they consent to registration. These agencies will electronically transmit key personal information like name, address, date of birth, and citizenship status to election boards. The bill also mandates same-day voter registration, allowing individuals to register and vote on election day at polling places. Additionally, it requires counties to provide online voter registration services, enabling individuals to apply, complete, and submit registration applications electronically, including providing electronic signatures. The law further allows registered voters to update their registration information online and opt to receive voter communications via email. Each source agency must enter into agreements with the state board of elections by September 2027 and fully comply with data transmission requirements by January 2028. The bill aims to modernize and simplify voter registration, making it more accessible and convenient for New York residents.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7123