Bill > A07289

This bill amends the New York State election law to standardize the term of office for election commissioners across the state, increasing their term from two to four years beginning January first of each odd-numbered year. Previously, the law had different term lengths for different regions, with New York City and Schenectady County having four-year terms, and other counties having the option to choose between two-year and four-year terms. The bill eliminates these variations, creating a uniform four-year term for election commissioners statewide. The change will take effect immediately but will apply to all elections occurring on or after November 1, 2026, which gives local election offices time to prepare for and implement the new term length. This modification aims to provide more stability and consistency in election administration by allowing commissioners a longer period to develop expertise and implement long-term strategies without frequent electoral interruptions.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A7289